The CompTIA A+ certification exam is a globally recognized industry standard for establishing an IT career. The CompTIA A+ Core Series 220-1001 exam and 220-1002 exam cover expanded content on growing IT support roles including expanded baseline security topics. The certification provides a different approach to define competency in operational procedures including basic disaster prevention, recovery, and scripting basics; and a greater dependency on networking and device connectivity.
What are the prerequisites for this exam? | There are no prerequisite CompTIA A+ certification. However, CompTIA recommends 9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field. |
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What is the exam registration fee? | USD 226 per exam |
Where do I take the exam? | Pearson VUE |
What is the format of the exam? | Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drop, and performance-based questions |
How many questions are asked in the exam? | The exam contains 90 questions. |
What is the duration of the exam? | 90 minutes |
What is the passing score? |
(on a scale of 100-900) |
What is the exam's retake policy? | In the event that you fail your first attempt at passing the A+ examination, CompTIA's retake policies are:
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What is the validity of the certification? | CompTIA A+ certification expires after three years from the date of issue, after which the certification holder will need to renew their certification via CompTIA's Continuing Education Program. |
Where can I find more information about this exam? | To know more about the 220-1001-220-1002, click here. |
What are the career opportunities after passing this exam? |
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