The CompTIA A+ certification is the starting point for a career in IT. The exams cover maintenance of PCs, mobile devices, laptops, operating systems and printers. Find out more about A+ Classes
Why CompTIA A+?
- Required for Dell, Intel and Lenovo service techs
- Recognized by U.S. Dept. of Defense
- An ANSI accredited Certifier – 0731
- Vendor-neutral
- Held by 900,000 IT professionals
Jobs that use CompTIA A+
- Technical support specialist
- Field service technician
- IT support technician
- IT support administrator
- IT support specialist
Certification Information
In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass two exams.
CompTIA A+ 220-801 covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware, and basic networking. Learn more about A+ Training
CompTIA A+ 220-802 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, as well as configuring common features (e.g. network connectivity and email) for mobile operating systems Android and Apple iOS.
CompTIA A+ certifications issued in 2011 or later are valid for three years. You can keep your certification current through the Continuing Education Program.
Test Details
| Required exams | CompTIA A+ 220-801 and CompTIA A+ 220-802 CompTIA A+ JK0-801 and JK0-802 (for CompTIA Academy Partners Only) |
| Number of questions | Maximum of 90 |
| Type of questions | Multiple choice and performance-based |
| Length of test | 90 minutes |
| Recommended experience | Six to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field |
| Passing score | CompTIA A+ 220-801: 675 (on a scale of 900) CompTIA A+ 220-802: 700 (on a scale of 900) |
| Languages | English, Japanese, German, Thai, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, French, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese |
Additional A+ Resources
- See what’s on the test – download exam objectives
- View sample exam questions
- Find exam training materials
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