If you're a professional in the Information Technology field, or a student who expects to enter the IT field after graduation, certifications through the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) can be extremely helpful. If you're looking for a little guidance before you take your certification test, you may want to look into CompTIA prep courses available from Varsity Tutors.
A CompTIA prep class can help you to gain clarity on the various certifications that are available. There are three main areas of certification, and each have their own subcategory certifications, like Network+, Linux+, and Server+. Whether you're interested in core CompTIA certification, cybersecurity, or computing infrastructure, CompTIA offers a wide variety of options in the IT field. There are a trio of additional professional certifications as well. These certifications are outlined below.
Certifications
- ITF+
- Network+
- A+
- Security+
- CySA+
- PenTest+
- CASP+
- Cloud+
- Linux+
- Server+
- CTT+
- Cloud Essentials
- Project+
No matter which certification you are pursuing, a CompTIA course where you work with a trained tutor to review the different concepts in a specific certification could prove very helpful. There are four steps to the certification process. First, you choose your certification, and then you begin learning about your chosen certification and explore the trainings that are available. The are CompTIA prep classes that occur in a one-on-one environment, utilizing the Live Learning Platform, are able to focus on the things that will benefit you the most. Utilizing this personalized prep can be a less stressful way to move through a Comp TIA class, as well as through the rest of the certification process.
Completing a CompTIA course with a knowledgeable tutor can help you to move forward toward your goal of obtaining certification. The third step is to learn about the certification exam, which is something you'll likely go over with the CompTIA certification tutor you are paired with, and the fourth step is to register and complete your certification exam.
The benefits of these certifications come to the individual who obtains the credential, but it goes beyond that. Businesses that bring on workers with these certifications also see the benefits. These benefits are outlined below. Some of the certifications are more popular than others, because that area of the industry is looking for more people with that certification. Some of those in-demand certifications are also listed below.
Benefits of CompTIA Certification
- For Individuals
- IT career opportunities.
- Job security
- Respect and credibility in the IT workplace
- The potential for government and military technology positions.
- Shows that you are dedicated to advancing your career
- CompTIA certifications are requirements in the certification programs of leading vendors like Microsoft, IBM & Cisco.
Connecting with a tutor and taking a CompTIA prep course through Varsity Tutors is a great way to supplement and bring clarity to what you do know about the certification area you're pursuing, and help you to understand areas of the certification that you might be struggling with. Our instructors approach CompTIA prep classes differently than large-group studying. The one-on-one time with a tutor allows you to focus and explore in more detail the different aspects of these certifications. There's less pressure, and that may help you to feel less rushed as you prepare for your certification exam.
Reach out to the team at Varsity Tutors today. We will connect you with a knowledgeable tutor who knows the challenges of obtaining CompTIA certifications and can teach the CompTIA class that helps you move closer to your goals.
Mengste: CompTIA course instructor
...degree in Cybersecurity Management and a Bachelors's degree in Information Technology. I am currently certified as s Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM), and Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+). I enjoy assisting others in pursuit of lifelong learning. I provide cybersecurity training to my organization's staff at the level that makes the...
Education & Certification
- Kaplan University - Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
- Purdue University Global - Master of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
- CISM - Certified Information Security Manager
- Technical Certifications
- +6 subjects
Nathan: CompTIA course instructor
..."click" with one of my students. I hold a Master's in Cybersecurity, 22 IT industry certifications and 2 project management certification. - From ISC2: CISSP, CCSP, SSCP, & CC - From CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+, CySA+, Pentest+, & CASP+ - From GIAC: GSEC, GCIH, GCFE, GCED, GSOC, & GCDA - From Cisco: CCNA & CyberOps...
Education & Certification
- Post University - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA A+
- Linux Certification
- CompTIA Security+
- +15 subjects
Lemonica: CompTIA course instructor
...with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. After graduating from college, I took the CAT (computer adaptive test) version of the NCLEX and passed it on the first time with 75 questions. For over 20 years I have worked in many areas of nursing, including critical care, med-surg., psych, long-term care and nursing education....
Education & Certification
- Northwestern State University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- Medicine
- NCLEX-Practical Nurse
- Productivity
- +37 subjects
Michael: CompTIA course instructor
...some new skills in Cybersecurity from a Technical College near my home, and I'm always on the hunt for further IT certification, which is my career field. I'm a never-give-upper, who knows what it is to fail and how to extricate myself from that potential situation. I'm huge on "process" and sticking to what works,...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts and Sciences
- University of Maryland global campus - Master of Science, Ecommerce
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- ITIL v3 certification
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- CompTIA Network+
- +36 subjects
Professor: CompTIA course instructor
...would make Bilbo Baggins proud. It's a very peaceful, 132-year-old Italianate Victorian, with bee hives in the backyard. Bees are very organized, which is an inspiration to the Professor. As he sees it, all of Creation is ordered and beautiful, and it is Mathematics that best expresses this order and beauty. He has had a...
Education & Certification
- University of South Carolina-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
- GA Tech - Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- Certified Ethical Hacker
- CompTIA Security+
- MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills
- +44 subjects
Courage: CompTIA course instructor
...A recent project I've worked on and I'm excited about involves building a data assimilation system that helps predict ocean and weather conditions. Building such a model requires interdisciplinary knowledge and skills, with the understanding of various subjects in computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, environmental science, biology, etc. I am excited to meet and help...
Education & Certification
- Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
- Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology - Master of Science, Environmental Science
- Capella University - Master of Science, Information Technology Project Management
- University of the People - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- WorldQuant University - Master of Science, Financial Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- ITIL v3 certification
- Numerical Analysis
- High School Computer Science
- +75 subjects
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- +4 subjects
Akinlabi: CompTIA course instructor
...Education. I taught science (middle schools science, high school biology, anatomy/physiology) for nearly ten years before a desire to change fields steered me into information technology. I still tutor in the areas of science, math, ELA, and offer test prep as well. To me, tutoring is even better than teaching in a classroom because you...
Education & Certification
- Jacksonville University - Bachelor of Science, Marine Sciences
- Capella University - Master of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA A+
- CCNA
- Technology and Coding
- +14 subjects
Sherida: CompTIA course instructor
I have over 20 years of professional experience in systems development and training and course facilitation roles (corporate and higher education). I have a passion for education; my strengths lie in active learning methodologies. Certified Quickbooks Pro Advisor- Advanced Certified Quickbooks-Payroll Specialist Certified Project + PM
Education & Certification
- Brewton-Parker College - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
- Regis University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- ITIL v3 certification
- MOS - Microsoft Office Specialist
- Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer
- +89 subjects
Howard: CompTIA course instructor
...that students attain the skills level that employers expect them to perform. It's also important to ensure that this is actually what the student wants, so discussing this with the student is also very important. I am a Microsoft Certified System Engineer and I am also Linux Certified with over 15 years of experience in...
Education & Certification
- Center for Degree Studies - Associate in Arts, Accounting
- University of the State of New York - Certificate, Computer Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
- +2 subjects
Samuel: CompTIA course instructor
...Samuel Ford, an experienced Systems Engineer with a passion for sharing my knowledge in cybersecurity. With over seven years in the U.S. Air Force and a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, I've honed my skills in Linux administration, network security, and everything IT! I am CompTIA Security+ and Linux+ certified and I look forward to seeing...
Education & Certification
- Bellevue University - Bachelor of Science, Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- Linux Certification
- CompTIA Security+
- Computer Science
- +9 subjects
Daniel: CompTIA course instructor
...career doing digital forensics for investigations and love the challenges of keeping up with technology. Through my extensive training I have come to greatly appreciate those with not only the gift of knowledge and intelligence, but with the added gifts of communication and generosity. I enjoy sharing my love of learning, unraveling the psychology of...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- AWS Certification - Amazon Web Services Certification
- Linux Certification
- CompTIA A+
- +51 subjects
Umar: CompTIA course instructor
...professionals with over 10 years of experience. I also have experience teaching cybersecurity bootcamps. I graduated with my Masters in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance in October 2021. I enjoy tutoring and teaching because with my experience, I'm really able to help my students. I use my field experience in my classrooms to help students understand...
Education & Certification
- Western Governors University - Master's/Graduate, Cybersecurity and information assurance
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- Certified Ethical Hacker
- Digital Media
- Cyber Security
- +5 subjects
Vala: CompTIA course instructor
...am Cloud/Network engineer with 12 years of industry experience and 6 years of teaching classes and tutoring experience. I hold below industry certification Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, CompTIA Network plus, CompTIA Security plus, Linux plus, Microsoft MCITP, AWS cloud practitioner and AWS cloud solution architect Microsoft Azure I have taught over 1000 students in groups...
Education & Certification
- Azad University - Bachelor of Technology, Electrical Engineering
- Azad University - Master of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CCNA Routing and Switching - Cisco Certified Network Associate-Routing and Switching
- MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
- CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional
- +20 subjects
Christopher: CompTIA course instructor
I am a strong believer in continuous learning that translates into better practice, right now, while enabling skills that will get students employed. I think that we should have a little fun trying it while working hard. Every person has a brave soul that will be discovered and will succeed.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- Colorado Technical University-Online - Master of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- Certified Information Systems Auditor
- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
- Technical Certifications
- +10 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Toledo - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Apollos University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA A+
- MOS - Microsoft Office Specialist
- IB Computer Science
- +39 subjects
Brandon: CompTIA course instructor
I am an IT Professional with 20 years of experience. I am an college professor for the past 6 years teaching courses aligned to the CompTIA & Cisco standards. I love to help students pursue their passions and dreams in the IT field.
Education & Certification
- Claremont Lincoln University - Master of Arts, Organizational Leadership
- Rutgers University-Newark - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CCENT - Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA A+
- +33 subjects
Anthony: CompTIA course instructor
...here to help you succeed in the information technology field. I specialize in information security, but have experience on various topics in this field. I have associates, bachelors and masters degrees in information security and computer networking. I have over 13 years experience and have acquired many tricks and tips of the trade throughout this...
Education & Certification
- Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security
- Western Governors University - Master of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CCENT - Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
- CompTIA Network+
- CCNA Security - Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security
- +65 subjects
Robert: CompTIA course instructor
...about learning and I am continuously working to improve my skills. While working with you, if there is a topic that I am not very familiar with, I will research it and come up with the best way to present it to you. I look forward to working with you to help you understand your...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Master of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA Network+
- VTLSC
- FE - Fundamentals of Engineering - Electrical and Computer Engineering
- +36 subjects
Alexander: CompTIA course instructor
...Ernyey - - BIO I bring rich and varied skills as a proven team-player, with the goal in providing real solutions and answers with YOU, providing unique insights from over 3 decades of far reaching global experiences throughout the Middle-East, Asia and Africa with in-depth experience and knowledge of 33 years of Information Technology and...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- CompTIA
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Security+
- MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
- +8 subjects