This specialization is your gateway to a thriving career in the dynamic field of Information Technology (IT). In today’s technology-driven world, IT professionals equipped with the knowledge and expertise to maintain, troubleshoot, and secure computer systems are in high demand. This program consists of three comprehensive courses tailored to provide learners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel in the IT industry.
This intermediate-level specialization is designed for learners who have some basic knowledge of IT fundamentals and IT setup and troubleshooting skills. The knowledge gained throughout the three courses not only prepares learners for the CompTIA A+ Certification exams, but also positions them as a valuable asset to organizations looking for proficient IT professionals.
In addition to receiving an IBM credential upon successful completion of this specialization, it provides a dual benefit of preparing you for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam, which can attest to your skills, helping you gain a competitive advantage.
Learners should already be familiar with IT fundamentals (ITF+) content before taking this course. If you are not familiar with this content, we highly suggest you take the IBM IT Support Professional Certificate or IBM Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals Specialization to learn these skills.
Applied Learning Project
Prepare for a successful entry into the Information Technology (IT) field with the Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification (Core 1 & Core 2) specialization. This specialization caters to beginners interested in pursuing entry-level roles in IT and is also beneficial for those who have previously worked in an IT environment and are looking to enhance their existing IT skills.
This Specialization consists of three courses to equip learners with essential skills and technical knowledge for a successful IT career. Guided by experts, it covers IT fundamentals and includes hands-on exercises and real-world projects to hone skills. The program also features exciting mock CompTIA A+ Certification exams, preparing learners for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 certification exams and providing an opportunity to test their knowledge.
This course assumes basic computer literacy, familiarity with IT fundamentals, and basic IT setup and troubleshooting skills.