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CompTIA A+ Certification

Saint Louis Community College

CertificateAcademic

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CompTIA A+ Certification prepares students for the two required exams (hardware and software) that make up the CompTIA A+ certification.

Credits

6 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Missouri

    Missouri

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 15-1232.00

Skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingWritingJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoring

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServiceTelecommunicationsEnglish LanguageEducation and Training

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionNear VisionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingSpeech RecognitionSpeech Clarity

Tasks

  • Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.
  • Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating s
  • Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolv

Technology

Word processing softwareInternet directory services softwareDocument management softwareDevelopment environment softwareGraphics or photo imaging software

Tools

Computer tool kitsDesktop computersDigital tapesMS-DOS-bootable disksMainframe computersMulti-line telephone systemsNetwork analyzersNotebook computersPower metersPunchdown toolsRedundant array of independent disks RAID systemsReflectometersScrewdriversWire crimpers

Work Values

RelationshipsWorking ConditionsAchievementSupportIndependenceRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium15-1232.00Computer User Support Specialiststitle_inference$60,340 median$98,010 top-3.7%-2,700
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Routine hardware faults and software configuration errors — diagnose and resolve independently using diagnostic tools and knowledge base articles in a mid-sized business environment.
  • Operating systems and standard productivity applications — install, configure, and perform minor repairs on end-user machines with minimal oversight following approved specifications.
  • User inquiries about software operation and network connectivity — answer clearly and accurately, adapting explanations to non-technical audiences at a corporate help desk.
  • Equipment for new employee onboarding — set up and test including cables, peripherals, and licensed software in accordance with IT provisioning standards.
  • Technical manuals and vendor documentation — read and interpret to troubleshoot unfamiliar hardware or software issues within a defined support scope.
  • Communication logs and daily data transaction records — maintain and update consistently to ensure accurate documentation of all support activities.
  • System functioning during and after repairs — verify by entering commands and reviewing outputs to confirm resolution before closing support tickets.
  • Recurring user-reported problems — identify patterns across tickets and escalate systemic issues with supporting evidence to senior IT staff.
  • Internet directory services and remote support tools — use to locate resources and deliver remote assistance to distributed end users efficiently.
  • Basic user training on standard applications — provide informally in one-on-one sessions, adapting delivery to individual learning needs.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
80%
Placement Rate
Not reported