What Is ITE/A+ CompTIA?

A+ certification is an entry-level certificate designed for those hoping to enter the world of information security. Backed by CompTIA - Computing Technology Industries Association is one of the most recognized infosec firms in the world. Based on CompTIA, “A+ certification certifies understanding of the general hardware and software technologies in business and the skills necessary to support IT infrastructures.” A+ is vendor-neutral, so certificate holders are not tied to one particular software platform but are certified for their knowledge across this entry-level sector.As such, it makes a good starting point for those hoping to move up within the world of information technology.


The Average Salary of A+ Engineer?
While A+ certification is an entry-level certificate, you’ll find salaries vary greatly depending on a number of different factors. Some of those reasons are years of experience, the city where you’re employed, the actual job role you fill and even your gender. The average salary for a man with ConpTIA A+ certification ranges from $38,248 to $74,186. However, a woman with A+ certification has an average salary from $38,965 to $68,228.


City                         Salary
New York City, NY   $39,873 – $77,949
Dallas, Texas           $39,005 – $81,867
Chicago, IL              $40,960 – $74,000
Washington, DC       $48,011 – $104,506
Seattle, WA             $43,505 – $81,811




A+ average Salary by Job Titile?
Earning an A+ certification is beneficial in a number of job roles. As you gain more experience and responsibilities increases, you can expect to see more increase in pay. A+ certification holders with the titles of IT manager earn ($51,157 – $128,478) per annum and information security analysts ($49,370 – $103,043) typically earn the most. Additional related job titles and their corresponding salary ranges bellow.


Title                           Salary
Systems admin           $ 42, 464 – $86, 237
Help desk IT analyst   $30, 144 – $58, 566
IT manager                 $51, 157 – $128, 478
Info Sec analyst          $49, 370 – $103, 043
Network admin           $40, 392 – $79, 369



The Benefits of Becoming A+ Certified Engineer?
A+ certification is an entry-level credential, earning your certificate can help you get your foot in the door of the IT industry, and the infosec sector in particular. You will find earning your A+ certification allows you to start working as a computer repair professional, or even in a technical support IT job.

It gives you the leverage to move up with higher CompTIA certifications. For example, next step up would be to Security+ certification.

There are additional benefits that come with earning an this certification. For example, being vendor-neutral and globally recognized, you have the opportunity to work with companies across the country, or even around the world. There is also the fact that A+ certification from CompTIA is ISO 17024 compliant, and has been given approval by the Department of Defense as meeting the requirements of directive 8140/8570.01-M.


Focus:
Introduction to the Personal Computer System Architectures
Introduction to LAB Procedures and Tools Use
Computer Assembly
Overview of Preventive Maintenace
Windows Installation
Windows Configuration and Management
Networking Concept
Applied Networking
Laptops and Mobile Devices
Mobile, Linux, and OS X Operating Systems
Printers
Security
The IT Professional
Advanced Troubleshooting