GMCTA · Certificate Program
CompTIA A+ Certification Training
Launch your IT career with industry-aligned training for help desk and technical support roles. Complete this program in 1–2 months with 200 total hours covering hardware, operating systems, networking, security, troubleshooting, and labs mapped to current A+ exam domains.
Program Overview
Build job-ready support skills for Windows, macOS, Linux (intro), and mobile platforms. Practice device setup, imaging, user and permission basics, networking and wireless, security hardening, diagnostics, and ticket-driven troubleshooting—preparation aimed at the two A+ core exams.
What You’ll Learn
- PC Hardware & Peripherals: components, storage, power, printers, and device setup.
- Operating Systems: Windows install/config, command-line essentials, macOS/Linux intro, mobile OS.
- Networking: TCP/IP, ports, SOHO setups, Wi-Fi configuration, cabling, common services.
- Security: threats, hardening, authentication, permissions, physical and data protection.
- Troubleshooting: structured diagnostics for OS, hardware, networking, and performance issues.
- Virtualization & Cloud: VMs, snapshots, SaaS/IaaS/PaaS basics, backups and recovery.
- Operational Procedures: professionalism, documentation, change management, safety, ESD.
Sample Curriculum
| Module | Topics |
|---|---|
| Hardware Foundations | Motherboards, CPUs, RAM, storage, power, peripherals |
| Operating Systems | Windows install & config, CLI tools, macOS/Linux intro, mobile OS |
| Networking Essentials | TCP/IP, ports, cabling, Wi-Fi, SOHO routers, common services |
| Security Basics | Threat types, hardening hosts, permissions, authentication, policies |
| Troubleshooting Labs | Systematic approach for hardware/OS/network issues |
| Virtualization & Cloud | VM setup, snapshots, cloud concepts, backup & recovery |
| Operational Procedures | Documentation, change mgmt, safety, professionalism, tickets |
| Exam Readiness | Domain review, practice questions, test-taking strategies |
FAQ
Does this prepare me for the CompTIA A+ certification?
Yes—content aligns with current A+ exam domains. Always verify the latest objectives and exam codes with the certifying body before testing.
Are exam vouchers included?
Policies vary. Check GMCTA’s current registration details for voucher availability or discounts.
What equipment do I need?
A computer capable of running virtual machines is recommended, plus stable internet. Optional: spare parts/peripherals for hands-on practice.