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CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1001).

Just passed my A+ 1001 exam with an 802. lets goooo!! 🎉

I passed my 220-1001 this evening with an 802. I am satisfied with the resulting score as it falls within acceptable defined parameters. 🖖🏽

But really, BIG GAMER, LETSSS GOOOOOOOO!!!!! 👨🏽‍💻

That felt really good.

I studied with:

Mike Meyers All-In-One Certification exam guide (ISBN: 978-1-26-045403-1)

Mikey Meyers CompTIA A+ Certification training videos on Udemy (https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/)

I could not learn from the Messer videos because the presentation was too dry, monotone, and static and were not effective for my learning style.

I utilized the CompTIA CertMaster Practice practice exams. I purchased the bundle with a retake, an ebook (online access, not portable download), and these practice exams.

I found the practice exams incredibly helpful! I did 12 practice exams. I took notes from the questions I answered incorrectly, complied tables and lists to organize the data from my opportunity areas, studied those notes, and retook those exams.

I have previous experience in building workstations and networks when I was between the ages of 7 and 13, in the 90's, where I have built the bulk of my workstations.

I highly recommend this Udemy course by Mike Myers (not the actor): https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

That covers the 1001 test and he has another course that covers 1002: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

He explains everything you need to know, including where to go to register when you're ready to take the test.

Just passed the A+ 1001!

Yo! I am stoked right now! I came into it with no prior IT knowledge or experience. I had no clue what an IP address was, didn't know what RAM was etc. I came here and got a lot of help from you guys and I appreciate it! I just wanted to share some resources I used for studying to help someone who is just starting:

• My main source of study material was Mike Meyers Udemy class.
• I used Jason Dion Udemy practice exams.
• of course I used Professor Messer videos and other free content on his page.
• I also used PowerCerts animated videos on YouTube.

I have all the material for 1002 from the same sources. I started this journey because I was tired of where I was. I promise with a little hard work you can pass this son of a bitch and get to where you wanna go! LFG

Mike Meyer's CompTIA A+ Training is very good. Check out Udemy every couple of days, until you see it for around €11, then buy it. It gets in to the basics which you will need for troubleshooting.

After that, you need practical experience. Pick up broken laptops/desktops/phones that both power on and don't. Practice is needed.

Honestly, it's not too hard. But, like many things that are easy, it is difficult to be a master of it. I'm sure you'll be very good, as asking questions like you just have is the best way to go.

Google is your friend, but many forums will give you incorrect answers as many users in it don't describe their descriptions correctly. So, to counter that, read through the user/product guides of components.

Best of luck.

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/ This should be it. Thanks man!

The one I'm looking at is 149 AUD discounted to 34.95 for 5 hours. Is this the one? https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Well if you're willing to spend $40 you can pick up [this course ] (https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/) which walks you through how a computer works from the very basics. It's a study guide for a A+ certificate, but that's irrelevant... All you should be focusing on is the exam prep and to do the questions. It's totally worth it for someone who isn't familiar with computers. Also, once you finish this course you can take the Networking+ which focuses alot on the theory of telecommunications essentially.

I bought them directly on Udemy: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/ but yeah unfortunately it's looks like they aren't on sale at the moment. You might be able to find them somewhere else for cheaper or you can try Professor Messer on YouTube if you want something free. Lots of people have success with him as well.

Speaking personally the real world examples and additional detail that Meyers goes into over Messer made his videos more watchable and less dry than Messer, but some people appreciate the more efficient presentation that Messer has.

I would give them both a shot if you can and see which you like better. Just take tons of notes and hit practice tests pretty hard the week before the exam.

I thought I was gonna fail every one of the 4 exams I took when I was about half way through them. I passed all of them on my first try. So remember that if it seems like this is over your head, It's not. It's absolutely possible to pass them with no experience.

I've seen each as low as $10 and as high has $109 regular.

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Right now 1001 is $16 and 1002 is $13. These include the videos and a q & a section for each. Definitely worth $30 imo!

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

From what I hear and read from a LOT of my IT/HelpDesk friends on Reddit, most places you learn on the job.

OP: If you feel like you’re doing well enough to get your degree, but worry about not being able to retain the information/have materials to refer to, may I recommend the UDemy course for COMPTIA A+ Certification with (yes the name is real) Mike Meyers? It looks like it’s on sale for about $20 right now. I’m a visual/kinesthetic learner with inattentive-type ADHD, so having the entire course explained in a “you’re shadowing me in job training” way, along with the ability to rewind and replay the sections any time I want (because I still tend to zone out LOL) is SUCH a lifesaver! Plus I THINK it includes your exam fee when you’re ready to actually sit for your certification!

His course includes your hardware and operating system basics, and also includes updated A+ Certification materials for mobile devices like tablets and phones, cloud databases, and dealing with iOS and Android.

Ways to Study?

Hey Guys, I was wondering if these courses from Udemy are great for studying or learning for the A+ exam?Also, I bought this book to study as well so I am wondering if I made a good purchase.

Book:

• Mike Myers

Courses:

• Udemy Course 1
• Udemy Course 2
• Practice Test

Thanks!

Please please answer

Is the LinkedIn Mike Myers course the same as the one on udemy? https://www.linkedin.com/learning/paths/prepare-for-the-comptia-a-plus-certification-220-1001-and-220-1002?trk=share_android_learning_path_learning

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

I'm not sure how I ended up on this sub, I'm a programmer, but it sounds like you are interested in a career in tech, but don't really know where to start.
I often recommend that anybody interested in getting into tech at least study for the A+ certification. IMO, you don't actually have to take the exam and get the certification, but going through the material and making sure that you understand each of the topics goes a long way to helping you get your foot in the door for any type of IT job.

There is a well-regarded free course on studying for A+ by Professor Messer on youtube
or I have also seen the Mike Meyer's Udemy course recommended a lot

A+ doesn't really cover any programming, but is introduces you to a lot of different areas of IT. Even if you think you want to be a programmer, it isn't bad to get an idea of all of the other areas and different job positions within IT, along with a fundamental understanding of how computers and networks work.

Passed A+ 220-1001 and how I did it

My obligatory I passed post. Scored 831 and this was my first try. Still need to do the 1002, but here is some details on how I did it.

Study Material
- Professor Messer
- Mike Meyers (Udemy)

I started watching all of Professor Messer's video while taking notes/screenshots (OneNote). I found that taking screenshots using the Snipping Tool was amazing handy (you could use: Windows + Shift + S). I did this for almost every slide of his videos. This is great due to how well the Professor lays out the content in the videos. You do not see much in the way of live showing of hardware, most are photos. You are shown the facts clear and concisely. He also follows the exam objectives very well.

I grab his course notes from the website, which I didn't use much except yesterday as a quick check to make sure I wasn't missing anything. These notes are not a replacement for the videos, you will still want to watch and listen to them. I also attended or watched Professor Messer's study groups, which are amazing. They are not the most time efficient but I would recommend anyone studying A+, Network+ or Security+ to attend live and see for themselves.

After completing Professor Messer's videos, I started on Mike Meyers. These were amazing. I did watch them mostly in 1.5x speed and I didn't take as many notes as I did for Professor Messer, but noted down anything I didn't know. There is far less information displayed on screen (like powerpoint), however shows working with hardware/software in real time.

I think combining these two resources was a great idea and will be doing it again for the 2002.

Anki
Anki is an amazing tool that is a must for any exam. I would do a poor job of explaining why, so I recommend Ali Abaal's "How to study for exam - Evidence-based revision tips" video. In a nut shell, you create flashcards and Anki tells you when to review them. I made the cards on my computer (Windows) and reviewed them on my phone (Android). I'd also recommend grabbing the Image Occlusion Enhanced Add-On as I used it for tables of information like USB/PCIe/SATA speeds.

I think it's important you make your own cards as this is part of the remembering technique. I used many of the screenshots I that were in OneNote and used them as the answer in the cards. I reviewed them whenever/where-ever I could and I think it is important to complete your cards daily. Even if I didn't do any Study Material that day, I would still review all my cards.

Practice Exams
- Total Seminars (Udemy)
- Jason Dion (Udemy)
- CompTIA A+ Pocket Prep (App)

Practice tests are so key in transforming your understanding of the study material into real world/exam examples. They also catch you on any knowledge you don't have or have forgotten. Any question I got wrong was turned into a Anki flashcard. Special shout out to Jason Dion as that course also included videos on exam tips/techniques and how to handle the PQBs.

The only one in this list I would say I could miss would be the Pocket Prep. Some of the questions do not seem to relate to the exam or are very trivia in nature. For example: "What is the amount of RAM needed to run itunes?" I will still likely use it for my 1002, but during breaks/commuting.

Sorry this post got really long, but I wanted to give back to this subreddit which has helped motivate me to study and pass this exam. I do not believe my methods above are anywhere near the quickest way to pass the exam, but hopefully can help those who might be struggling.

Thank you everyone, keep being awesome!

Most of the time you're starting in some sort of helpdesk/technician position. From there once you gain more knowledge in certain areas you can start to move up. Might not be very enjoyable to start with but it'll get you started. Also make note of what you enjoy doing in that position, because then you can start specializing in those areas down the track.

Would recommend you take a look at CompTIA's A+ certificate, it's a great cert to get when you're only just getting into the IT game and it's one sought after by employers. Mike Meyers has a great prep course for this on udemy for just 16-17 bucks for the next two days: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Note: The a+ cert is split into two different "core" exams, Mike also has another course for the second core.

Another option is to try and find an apprenticeship/traineeship so you're getting work experience plus studying a certificate and getting paid ( how I got into the industry :) )

If you have any other questions feel free to ask!

ONE DAY left in this sale. https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/ 4 day sale,

Professor Messer is great, but trying other sources can help view the content from another perspective. Udemy has courses for $19.99 at the moment (sometimes it drops to $9.99). Both Jason Dion and Mike Meyers are on there. Dion is concise, Meyers goes a liitle beyond the scope. I like both of them.

Jason Dion: https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/

Mike Meyers: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

The best way to prepare for any Comptia exam is to stick with the objectives. Good luck!

Yeah, for sure. And thanks! I'm doing a bunch of googling trying to make a best resume I can. I'll let ya know if I have any luck soon, heh. And best of luck to you too!

Also, don't know what you're using for study material but both Professor Messer (free) and Mike Meyer's (Udemy *frequently on sale) have excellent videos that cover all the exam material.

If you want to get a job in IT with no prior experience then an A+ certification can help. Alternatively, you could look for jobs working on computers in places like Best Buy and Staples (horrible jobs but you can get a good grip on some of the ins and outs of IT). If you have a home computer, you could also setup a home lab and get yourself a dual boot with Windows and Ubuntu and mess around with that.

I passed the A+ certification using the following guides:

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

However, if you don't have a passion to absorb the information it is honestly going to be quite difficult to grasp and retain the information.

You sound like you are a bit sorry for yourself, and I get that because I have been in a similar position in the past. You need to force confidence in yourself and you will be able to excel. Put your mind to getting the A+ done and you can do it. Remove all distractions you may have and focus.

I believe in you man, so just get it done and prove to yourself your own worth.

For professor messer there is no sign up. Just go to his YouTube page and the entire course is there for you

Here's a link to his A+ 1001 course: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG49S3nxzAnlGHY8ObL8DiyP3AIu9vd3K

Here's a link to his A+ 1002 course: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG49S3nxzAnmwkCAdWUgCFvVK4IxMBTmb

Here's a link to Mike Meyers on Udemy( A+ 1001) :

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Here's a link to Mike Meyers on Udemy (A+ 1002):

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

No they are not enough. They just give a taste of his A+ course. If you want to follow his course, you nee to buy it. If you don't want to buy the course then go for Professor Messer's A+ course. He is highly recommended and has complete A+ course for free on Youtube. Here is the link of his channel:

https://www.youtube.com/user/professormesser

If you still wanna go with Mike Meyers Here is his A+ Course links available on Udemy:

Core 1 https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Core 2 https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

There really is tons of videos and places to start. As a beginner I would advise looking into finding study guides for CompTia, CCNA, and maybe JCNIA. Start with the CompTia for a basic introduction of topics you will need. Cisco and Juniper are more vendor oriented but both have alot of information that is cross-vendor and general network information. From there you can start picking topics that you enjoy more and studying more in-depth. Alot of the above is going to get you started, but you will learn alot more after you get your first job and start getting your hands dirty.

I did 3rd party training. For both exams, I went through Mike Meyer's courses and then went through ITPro.TV's accelerated courses (they also offer a non-accelerated if accelerated is going too fast for you). I then used Jason Dion's practice exams and once I was scoring above 80% on his I went ahead and took the real test at home.

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Y mírate estos vídeos para entender de qué estoy hablando https://youtu.be/axtZLMvquZ0 https://youtu.be/hKwXjKpfPA8

CompTIA 2019 Objectives

Professor Messer free training.

Meyers (1) & (2)

Quizlet

ASM Blog

Hello I am a 31 year old trucker who is currently studying each night to hopefully transition to IT by the end of the year. Before trucking I was also working in bars&restaurants except as a cook. It's definitely possible. If you do not have much experience with PCs or laptops at all I would start with the Comptia ITF+

https://www.comptia.org/certifications/it-fundamentals

This will give you a good introduction to IT. You don't really need to take the exam but just watching a video series on it's contents can help you decide if IT is really what you want to do. If so you can start studying for the ComptiaA+ exam.

https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a.

This is the major entry certification for us newcomers to the industry. It is a two part exam so you will need to pass two seperate exams to be certified(the 1001 and the 1002). This is what I am currently studying myself and is the general most recommended path to entry for people like us. I would recommend Mike Meyers courses on Udemy.

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

He also has a book you can find on amazon and read as well. I've also been using Professor Messer as a second study source.

https://www.professormesser.com/free-a-plus-training/a-plus-videos/220-1001-training-course/

It's a lot to cover and will take some time to study. Goodluck!

I'd highly recommend using Mike Meyers on Udemy. I did a lot of research on who to study from and everyone recommends either Messer or Meyers. I've been studying using Meyers because he explains things more simply, goes a bit more in depth, and is pretty entertaining. The only thing is that you have to buy his courses whereas Messer is free. But if you buy them while on sale (Udemy has flash sales almost every week) and you can get both of his courses for about $10 each. And they come with a 30-day money back guarantee so you can't go wrong. I hope this helps.

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

Go get his course on Udemy. around $10. Do a search on Udemy promo codes

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Also Dion Training

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/

Here's his 1001 (Core 1) videos: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

1002 (Core 2) videos: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

For A+ I used:

Mike Myers

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

And ITPRO.TV

https://www.itpro.tv/

But I used a coupon code to bring the premium version to $35 per month. I really like their labs and practice tests.

Also used this book rented from my library:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/126045665X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_PSP63TKZ3100S10708XC

If you don't want to pay or just get a feel for the material before investing in a paid service I recommend to check out https://www.professormesser.com/

I would say the A+ is a good route to go for any aspiring tech. It looks good on a resume, and builds a foundation of knowledge that will make more advanced certifications (Net + and Sec +) easier to study for.

Some Resources I used:

Professor Messer A+ Video Course (Completely FREE): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS9MJjNK6gA&list=PLG49S3nxzAnlGHY8ObL8DiyP3AIu9vd3K

Mike Meyers Udemy Course (Relatively Cheap if you catch it on sale): https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

You will also want to check out the CompTIA A+ webpage to get familiar with the process and download the objectives/study materials for the test. That link is:

https://www.comptia.org/certifications/a

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Let me know if you have any questions and most of all, good luck!

If you have access to LinkedIn learning try the learning path there that uses Mike Meyer's videos:

https://www.linkedin.com/learning/paths/prepare-for-the-comptia-a-plus-certification-220-1001-and-220-1002

Alternatively you can access the Mike Meyers video series through Udemy:

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

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A very good resource for practice tests, PBQ examples and exam tips can be found with Jason Dion's learning resources either at:

https://diontraining.com/udemy-courses/

or directly from Udemy:

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/?couponCode=JUL2020
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I also recommend the mobile app PocketPrep:

iOS : https://apps.apple.com/us/app/comptia-security-pocket-prep/id1089608501

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pocketprep.comptia&hl=en_US

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One final suggestion is always have the Exam Objectives up and available to reference and follow along with to keep notes.

There several other resources out there, but I have found/heard of these as very useful.

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Keep motivated, Keep learning... and Good luck.

My biggest challenge was slowing down when reading the questions. I can't tell you how many practice exams I did poorly on because I just didn't read carefully enough to understand what they wanted.

As far as recommended reads, here are the materials I used:

• CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide book by Mike Meyers
• CompTIA A+ 2019 Certification 1001 & 1002 Udemy courses by Total Seminars/Mike Meyers
• CompTIA A+ 2019 Cert. Practice Test Core 1 (220-1001) & Core 2 (220-1002) also by Total Seminars/Mike Meyers
• ExamCompass CompTIA Practice Exams (not my favorite, but it's free and offers questions by specific topic)

Mike Meyers's Udemy courses cover chapters from the book with learning objectives specific to each course. Everyone's studying technique is different, but here's what worked for me:

Studying

• Read the chapter and take notes to help commit to memory
• Watch the corresponding Udemy video section to add context to the chapter
• Do the short quiz at the end of the video section (it validates each response immediately)
• Do chapter review question in the book to test my memory
• Repeat until the course is complete

Practice Tests

• Take Udemy Practice test (It gives you a breakdown of your performance based on the CompTIA Exam Objectives)
• Review the chapters/videos/notes for where performance was poor
• Use ExamCompass Practice Test to test my knowledge on specific things
• Repeat with Udemy Practice test 2 & 3

I found the repetition of reviewing-testing very helpful and I hope you do to!

Hey bro don’t beat yourself up, to be fair there is a special way to study for Comptia it took me six months to study for Core 1 pass first and then I took core 2 for a joke and studied for 1 month just to fail but passed second try so it depends how you prepare now I will give you a tip,

Watch Professor messor videos atleast couple time till you form an understanding,

Go on udemy and buy Mike Myers course 1001 and 1002 From Udemy you also buy Jason Dion 1001 and 1002 Jason Dion exam practice test and simulations

Buy Jason Dion 500 test questions for1001 and 1002

And remember go over the videos again and again!!! And do loads of practise tests.

Remember i was desperate to pass and I was willing to use any source of study material to pass.

I will put links below and don’t pay full price on udemy as they always have sales 🙌🏾🙌🏾 that way you spend as little but walk away with your certification. Buy on sale on udemy I repeat!!!!!!

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1002-exam/

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-a-220-1001-practice-exams-over-500-questions/

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-a-1002-exams/

Here you go links to all best learning material, and remember to read to read the questions and understand the answers that way no matter how Comptia words the questions on thier test you will understand clearly. Jason Dion questions are great many on the exam was similar.

Best of luck.

Honestly, Professor Messer is a great resource but he didnt work too well for me either. I found that he seemed kind of dry to me. So I would highly recommend Mike Meyers course on Udemy. He keeps it a bit more entertaining and he kept me a little more engaged. His courses go on sale very frequently for about $15 each.

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Also Jason Dion creates good practice tests that you can buy for about $15 as well. He does a great job at simulating the questions to as close to the test as possible. He also walks you through some of the Performance Based Questions (PBQs) as well!

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Combined they were a great resource for me. But everyone is different, so please dont expect miracle results. You'll need to put the time in no matter what study material you choose. Best of luck to you and good luck on your future exam!

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Mike Meyers Udemy A+ 1001 Course ($15): https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

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Mike Meyers Udemy A+ 1002 Course ($15): https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

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Jason Dion Practice Tests: https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1002-exam/

Amazing job growth and money in the IT field! I would advise you study for CompTIA A+ Certification and Network +, you don't have to get the certificate because it seems you will have that knowledge/experience when you graduate but you will have some knowledge before you start school. I began my IT diploma at 22 and wish somebody would have told me this.

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I would recommend you do the courses through Udemy because they are cheap and there is an amazing instructor there. Also, the courses can be on sale for $12-$20 compared to $150+.

https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-network-cert-n10-007-the-total-course/

https://certification.comptia.org/landing/networkplus-4/index.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwxaXtBRBbEiwAPqPxcPK7DuCO7OcyfoghdErapGVEwgB02fWdkB7vovrtteL4bBYzRNCFWhoCjIsQAvD_BwE

https://certification.comptia.org/landing/aplus-1/index.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwxaXtBRBbEiwAPqPxcOpMUxDXmX-Z5pzAOXLE3mle0NiejlaUAO99ChGxnqpOLJab115dyxoCzDAQAvD_BwE

Also, take apart your old computer (or find one) and learn how everything works! That is the basis for everything!

Good luck!

If you have an interest in IT, technology, like helping people, and learning new things you'll be fine in this field. It's not uncommon to come across people in IT with unrelated degrees.

Going for certifications will help ease your transition into the field. CompTIA A+ is a foundational cert and that will set you up for success. Check out CompTIA website for more detailed information.

Check out this IT roadmap. Just start with the core foundational certs (A+, Network+, Security+) and then seek a specialized path.

For these three certs you can use Prof. Messer(YouTube), Mike Meyers(Udemy), Jason DionZ(Udemy), Darril Gibson(google), Exam Cram book(Amazon):

Here some training material for A+ cert.

-Prof. Messer free YouTube course 220-1001 & 220-1002

- Exam Cram Books (comes with practice test)

-Mike Meyers course 220-1001 & 220-1002

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I recommend CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide , Tenth Edition (Exams 220-1001 & 220-1002) by Mike Meyers. It was the only book I used, but with that resource you can use multiple books. The more the better to bolstering your knowledge and being prepared for the exams.

In addition:

I recomend this free video lecture series by Professor Messer

Professor Messer’s CompTIA 220-1001 and

• 220-1002 A+ Training Course https://www.professormesser.com/free-a-plus-training/220-1001/220-1000-training-course/

• Professor Messer’s Pop Quiz Online https://www.professormesser.com/popquiz/

I recommend these courses by Udemy when they are on sale for about $12 each.

Mike Meyers (the most comprehensive source of CompTIA material)

• TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1001). https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

• TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1001) Practice Tests. https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-a-certification-1001-practice-test/

• TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1002). https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

• TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1002) Practice Tests. https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-a-certification-1002-practice-tests/

Jason Dion (his exams will be the closest in style and difficulty of actual CompTIA exams)

• CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Test Prep, Exams and Simulations https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/

• CompTIA A+ (220-1002) Test Prep, Exams and Simulations https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1002-exam/

I also recommend ExamCram for their free exams to test your basic knowledge.

• https://www.examcompass.com/comptia/a-plus-certification/free-a-plus-practice-tests

Okay. Let me help you out here a little. These are some of the things I used for mine. I've been in your shoes before and I want to help out. The A+ might help you get a help desk. But there are also some "entry level" help desk positions that may not require it. Try jobs like Unisys or Alorica or any other jobs that don't specify certifications, but read "1 year technical support/help desk PREFERRED". There are TONS of resources and materials available for A+. You came to the right place because this is a good community.

Practice tests: Udemy (220-1001). Udemy 220-1002. They imitate the feel of a real CompTIA exam. You can also use Professor Messer's practice tests or purchase some through Amazon and other resources.

Material: Professor Messer's FREE material on Youtube. Youtube (220-1001). Youtube (220-1002). Udemy (220-1001). Udemy (220-1002). You can also use other sites like... icollege.co (ITProTV videos perfect for people new to the IT field).

You can also buy books or download free ones here. Some people recommend the all in one, some people recommend the exam cram.

Vouchers can be purchased here and here. (I've never used exams digest before, honestly.)

There are plenty of recommendations when looking for study material, and the one that is going to be reccomended the most is going to be Professor Messer.

A+ 220-1001 Training Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG49S3nxzAnlGHY8ObL8DiyP3AIu9vd3K

A+ 220-1002 Training Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG49S3nxzAnmwkCAdWUgCFvVK4IxMBTmb

Quizlet A+ Cards: https://quizlet.com/subject/comptia-a%2B/

There are also practice exams by Jason Dion that cost money and other types of videos with practice tests in between each video by Mike Meyers, but that one does cost around $10-$15 on Udemy. (It says its like $60 a video, but they go on sale ALL the time)

Mike Meyers A+ 220-1001: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1001-the-total-course/

Mike Meyers A+ 220-1002: https://www.udemy.com/course/new-comptia-a-2019-certification-1002-the-total-course/

Jason Dion Practice Test (A+ 220-1001): https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1001-exam/

Jason Dion Practice Test (A+ 220-1001): https://www.udemy.com/course/comptia-220-1002-exam/

There is also a huge thread created by user " u/OmniXVII ", where they go in-depth into all of the CompTIA A+ 220-1001/1002 exam.

Here is the link: https://www.reddit.com/r/CompTIA/comments/dsr8yo/passed_a_1001_breakdown_and_tips/

Hope this helps!