Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis: CompTIA A+ Certification
Course Objective: Graduates will demonstrate preparedness for the CompTIA A+ certification exam and knowledge of best practices in troubleshooting, networking, and security across a variety of devices to set the stage for CompTIA A+ IT careers.
Description: CompTIA A+ is aligned to the latest trends and techniques – covering the most core technical skills in risk assessment and management, incident response, forensics, enterprise networks, hybrid/cloud operations, and security controls, ensuring high-performance on the job.
Competencies to be achieved:
Upon completion of the class students will be able to learn a wide range of skills and gain industry specific experience in:
- Demonstrate baseline security skills for IT support professionals
- Configure device operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, Android and iOS and administer client-based as well as cloud-based (SaaS) software
- Troubleshoot and problem solve core service and support challenges while applying best practices for documentation, change management, and scripting
- Support basic IT infrastructure and networking
- Configure and support PC, mobile and IoT device hardware
- Implement basic data backup and recovery methods and apply data storage and management best practices
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $1450.00
2 Testing Vouchers: $530
A+ Core 1 & 2 CertMaster Learn: $665
Tuition: $255
Includes class, online materials, and two exam vouchers
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): None
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Computer with camera, mic, speakers, and internet connection to access online course outside of the classroom setting
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Jennifer Ericson
Email: continuinged@azwestern.edu
Phone number: 928-317-7674
Direct Website link to the program: https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/technology-certifications/comptia-a
Additional information: N/A
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
Refund/Cancellation Policy: No refund will be granted after the first day of the registered course. If a class is canceled due to low registration we will contact you 2 business days prior.
https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/technology-certifications/comptia-a (refund policy is at the bottom of the page)
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: CompTIA
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: A+ is a core/foundation for other CompTIA Certifications, i.e. Network+, Security+.
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, recognized worldwide
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: CompTIA, https://www.comptia.org/certifications
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 10%
Total Participants: 39
Total Participants Completed Training: 39
Total Participants Tested for Credential: 31
Total Earning CompTIA A+ Credential: 4
Data is based on information self-reported by students. Not all students responded to the data request.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
4
Hours
45
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Arizona Western College, 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr., Yuma, AZ 85365
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
CompTIA A+ Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - CompTIA, https://www.comptia.org/certifications
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Testing/Exam Fees
$530.00
In-State Tuition
$255.00
Other Fees
$665.00 A+ Core 1 & Core 2 CertMaster Learn platform
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,450.00
