What you're being assessed on
CompTIA A+ validates foundational skills required for IT support and technical support roles, including hardware, operating systems, networking, troubleshooting, security, and operational procedures.
How the exam works
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90 multiple-choice questions
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90 minutes — the timer runs on our server, so closing the tab doesn't stop it
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Pass mark is 70%
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1 attempt included in the fee; retakes are $392.00
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Answers autosave as you go, and questions and options are shuffled per candidate
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Available immediately after payment — sit it whenever you're ready
Eligibility & prerequisites
- No mandatory prerequisites
- Recommended 12 months of hands-on experience
- Basic IT knowledge recommended
What the exam covers
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Mobile Devices
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Networking
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Hardware
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Virtualization and Cloud Computing
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Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
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Operating Systems
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Security
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Software Troubleshooting
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Operational Procedures
What this certification proves
OUTCOME 1
IT support knowledge
OUTCOME 2
Hardware and software troubleshooting skills
OUTCOME 3
Operating system and networking fundamentals
OUTCOME 4
Basic security and operational knowledge
Skills validated by this exam
Who should sit it
- IT support professionals
- Help desk technicians
- Technical support specialists
- Entry-level IT professionals
What your fee covers
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One CompTIA A+ examination attempt
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Computer-based examination
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Official exam administration