COMPTIA A+ (Core Series) Certification

This preparation course is for individuals looking to sit the CompTIA A+ exam. This is an entry-level course with a recommended experience of 9-12 months. This qualification is part of the CompTIA Certification Pathway.

CompTIA A+ certification is internationally recognised and vendor neutral. It’s an industry-recognised certification that many employers consider a prerequisite for entry-level IT employment. A+ certification signifies that the individual is capable of performing tasks such as the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of common PC systems.

CompTIA certifications are highly sought after by employers, making this qualification an attractive addition to the CV of any technology professional.

According to CompTIA:

• CompTIA-certified staff with less than one year’s experience demonstrate more domain knowledge than non certified staff with three years’ experience.

• The CompTIA IT Employment snapshot showed a 2.3% growth from 2015 to 2016 with a 16% growth forecasted for the next 10 years.

•More than 23,500 job postings in 2016 required applicants to have CompTIA A+ certification

Our online experience is designed to be just as interactive, supportive, and inspiring as the UCD Professional Academy campus experience.

Online courses can be accessed from any computer or laptop with an internet connection.

Live lectures are delivered using Zoom. During these lectures, your teachers will use technology interactively to ensure an engaging learning experience. When appropriate, students will be encouraged to activate their microphones so that they can ask questions and communicate with other students.

Student care is a high priority at UCD Professional Academy, which is why our Student Services team is on hand to support you throughout your time with us. They will respond to any queries you have, help you with any technical issues, and facilitate your learning experience at every point. All students are given access to our Student Portal, where you can see your timetable, access all your study materials, and manage your account.

This course is assessed externally by two 90-minute exams, Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) and the cost is at the participant’s expense. Exams are administered by Pearson Vue Test Centres, either in the testing centre or via an online proctored exam.

A UCD Professional Academy Certificate is a relatively short, practical course that gives learners up-to-date skills in a professional area. They are suitable for learners wishing to advance their professional skills and career prospects rather than their academic credentials.

With their tight focus and duration, these diplomas are stand-alone qualifications and not referenced to NFQ levels or university degree/diploma courses. They are not generally accepted for transfer credit onto academic courses but are widely recognised and valued by employers.

This qualification is certified by CompTIA, the world's leading tech association bringing together millions of IT professionals. This qualification is part of their Certification Pathway.

Upon successful completion, you will also be awarded a certificate from the UCD Professional Academy. Your UCD Professional Academy Certificate will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You can also add the qualification to your LinkedIn profile.

A place on any of our programmes can be secured with a 5% deposit.

For full-time (bootcamp) programmes, the balance must be paid in full before course commencement.

For part-time programmes students will be required to pay 50% of the fees before the start of the course, with the remaining balance due within 30 days of the course commencing.

Please note that standard terms and conditions apply, which you can review here: https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/terms-and-conditions/