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A+ Certification
The '''A+ certification''' demonstrates competency as a computer technician. CompTIA A+ certification is a vendor neutral certification.
It requires two tests to be passed: the 220-801 exam and the 220-802 exam. CompTIA is vendor neutral but leans towards Microsoft operating systems, although some Apple and Android questions do appear on newer exams. 

== Knowledge and supplies needed to prepare for the A+ Certification test ==
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The 2003 exams had an average pass rate between 3% and 10%. 

A+ certification currently entails two tests: '''CompTIA A+ 220-801 and CompTIA A+ 220-802'''. Both of these tests must be passed in order to receive A+ certification. Windows 7 is additionally addressed in the new test, despite many companies not having upgraded beyond XP. 

As of 2014, the total cost is $376 
[[USD]] ($188 [[USD]] for each test). If you are a student check with your school's Career Tech programme, many degree granting schools are CompTIA Academy partners. If your school is an Academy partner, you can get the A+ voucher for a substantial discount off the retail price. Many companies that offer training are CompTIA affiliates, and can also sell you the voucher at discounted prices.

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* [[Linux+ Certification]]
* [[LPI Linux Certification]]
* [[CIW Certification|CIW Home]]

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