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1335 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 424-0044
(301) 424-1693 (fax)
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CompTIA A+ Certification
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purpose of this certification is to set a standard for those working in
the personal computer industry as technicians, help desk, and support staff.
The applicants need to have the knowledge of personal computers, DOS and
Windows. We offer DOS & Windows to prepare
you for this certification. Many computer resellers and service companies
today are required by hardware vendors to have A+ Certified personnel on
staff. This ensures that these businesses are capable of providing high
top quality, authorized service for their clients. Because of this requirement
and because of the high standard set for attaining A+ Certification, employers
often require that their personnel become A+ Certified. A+ Certification
has become one of the most sought-to-after certifications in the computer
industry. A candidate must pass a minimum of 2 tests. The first test (required
test) is the Core Exam which covers basic microcomputer hardware, configuration,
installing, upgrading, diagnostics and repair. The second test (specialty
exam) will cover the DOS/Windows and Networking. You can take your tests
at Computer Institute. |
Why
should you become a Certified Computer Technician?
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There
are many benefits, including:
- Recognized proof of professional
achievement -A level of competence commonly accepted and valued by
the industry.
- Enhanced job opportunities
-Many employers give preference in hiring applicants with certification.
They view this as proof that a new hire knows the procedures and technologies
required.
- Opportunity for advancement
-The certification can be a plus when an employer awards job advancements
and promotions.
- Training requirement -Certification
may be required as a prerequisite to attending a vendor's training
course, so employers will offer advanced training to those employees
who are already certified.
- Customer confidence -As
the general public learns about certification, customers will require
that The industry also gains benefits from the wide-spread acceptance
of certification credentials.
- Lower training costs -Employers
can save money and increase productive work-time when vendors eliminate
redundant, time-consuming training, and instead require certification
as a prerequisite.
- Customer satisfaction
-When employers have a credential that proves their competency, customer
exceptions are more likely met.
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What
are the Prerequisites for A+ Certification?
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The applicants
need to have the knowledge of personal computers, DOS and Windows. We
offer DOS & Windows to prepare you for
this program.
A+ Exam Requirements:
A candidate must pass 2 tests. The first test
(required test) is the Core Exam which covers basic microcomputer hardware,
configuration, installing, upgrading, diagnostics and repair. The second
test (specialty exam) will cover the DOS/Windows and Networking. You
can take your tests at Computer Institute.
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