Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: CompTIA ITF+ and A+ certification
Course Overview: These self-paced online trainings teach the core skills associated with the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+), A+ Core 1, and Core 2 certification exams, as well as preparing you to take the certification exams.
Who should take this course? This program is designed for those who do not have an Information Technology (IT) background or experience. ITF+ is an introduction to basic information technology terminology, knowledge, and skills that can be completed prior to starting CompTIA A+ training.
Total Course Hours: includes 40-50 hours of online training for each exam (ITF+, A+ Core 1, and A+ Core 2), plus 14 hours of hands-on online labs for the IT Fundamentals (ITF+) exam, and 20+ hours of hands-on online labs for the A+ exams. Estimated total: 154-184.
Total Weeks: 52
Course provided by: CompTIA
This training bundle includes:
• Online Training: One year of access to CompTIA CertMaster Learn for ITF+, A+ Core 1, and A+ Core 2. Learn the required skills and prepare for the test with comprehensive self-paced online training from CompTIA. CertMaster Learn includes full coverage of the exam objectives, plus practice exam questions and a timed final assessment that simulates the real exam.
• Online Labs: One year of access to CompTIA Labs for ITF+ and A+ Core 2. These online labs allow you to apply your skills and practice in a hands-on virtual (online) lab environment. For A+, these Labs are conveniently integrated into the CertMaster Learn training. ITF+ includes separate Labs access.
• Exam vouchers: vouchers to take the ITF+, A+ Core 1, and A+ Core 2 exams (NOTE: exam vouchers do not include a “retake” option)
NOTE: because this is a self-paced program, there is not an instructor available to answer questions or help participants understand the material.
Competencies to be achieved: Certification through CompTIA.
This training program is offered STATEWIDE.
Learn More: https://ce.arizona.edu/classes/comptia-online-training#ITF
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition: $1,089
Certification exams: cost of CompTIA ITF+, A+ Core 1, and A+ Core 2 exams is included in tuition.
Total: $1,089
C. Books/Materials N/A
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Technology Requirements - https://ce.arizona.edu/faqs#tech-requirements
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Jo Ann Sanders
Email: sand@email.arizona.edu
Phone number: 520.626.5091
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://ce.arizona.edu/classes/comptia-online-training#ITF
G. Additional Information
Other Requirements: There are no prerequisites to take CompTIA exams. However, CompTIA does recommend that exam candidates have a combination of training, experience and certification prior to attempting each exam.
ITF+ exam information: https://www.comptia.org/certifications/it-fundamentals
A+ exam information: https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a
Background Check Requirements: Specific employers or roles may require a pre-employment background check.
H. Refund Policy: https://ce.arizona.edu/policies
I. Credentials:
• Industry Recognized: Yes, Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: CompTIA https://www.comptia.org/
• Stackable (Part of a sequence of credentials): Yes – Participants can earn additional CompTIA credentials as their knowledge and experience increase.
Career Pathway: Information Technology
• Portable: Yes – Nationally recognized
• Accredited Curriculum (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school): yes, the curriculum is provided by CompTIA, a nationally recognized industry association
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
52
Hours
184
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
University of Arizona Continuing & Professional Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
NO
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
CompTIA ITF+ and A+
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
See Financial Assistance FAQs: https://ce.arizona.edu/faqs
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - CompTIA
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
In-State Tuition
$1,089.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,089.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,089.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,089.00
