CompTIA is revamping its popular A+ exam series to reflect the growing number of systems and services IT professionals need to master.The CompTIA A+ 900 series exams, which are available globally, include sections dedicated to several skillsets that were absent in previous versions, including “Security, networking, operating systems, IT operations, troubleshooting and technical support,” according to the announcement.
“An IT technician has to be knowledgeable working with tablets, smartphones, laptops and desktops running iOS, Android, Windows and OS X connected to secure local networks and the cloud all at the same time,” said CompTIA President and CEO Todd Thibodeaux, in a statement. “The updated CompTIA A+ exams reflect this reality.”
Eight of the nine domains in the CompTIA A+ 900 series exams include security topics, which require candidates to apply a variety of security concepts, such as supporting and securing access to data via proper authentication, to receive certification.
CompTIA has also added sections that require candidates to identify the basic tenants of cloud computing, virtualization, desktop imaging and deployment, according to the announcement. Additional skills tested in the new exam series include knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, DHCP and subnet masks for networking, as well as working with mobile operating systems.
“Troubleshooting also takes a greater role in the new exams,” said Dr. James Stanger, senior director, products at CompTIA. “The demand on technical support and the expectations of users requires them to have a broader knowledgebase and to solve problems quickly and accurately.”
If you are currently studying for the previous version of the A+ exams, don’t worry – CompTIA said it is still offering versions 220-801 and 220-802 through the end of June. Those who complete these exams will not be penalized for taking a previous version.
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