IT-CompTIA A+ Computer Essentials Certificate

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    Program Number: 
    901542
    Certificate
    Program Courses offered at the following Campuses: 

    For more information contact:
    Information Technology Program Cluster
    Phone: 
    (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6800 or (608) 246-6800

    About

    IT CompTIA A+ Computer Essentials Certificate provides instruction for information systems professionals and programming students for the areas of computer hardware and software. Topics covered include installation, maintenance and trouble shooting of personal computer hardware, operating systems, and software.

    Please note: completion of the IT CompTIA A+ Computer Essentials Certificate (two) courses prepares the student to test for the CompTIA A+ Certificate.

    Admissions

    Certificate Eligibility

    To earn a certificate, you need to apply for admission. A grade of C or better is required in each course to award the certificate. No more than 50% of the certificate credits may be through advanced standing.

    Online Certificate Application

    Create an ApplyWeb account and follow the instructions to complete the Online Certificate Application. Submit the $15 non-refundable fee (payable by credit card, debit card or electronic check) with your application. Applicants may submit more than one certificate application per term using the Online Certificate Application; the same fees apply for each additional application.

    Paper Certificate Application

    You can request a paper application from the Enrollment Center at (608) 246-6210. Submit the $15 non-refundable fee (payable by check or money order) with your application. Effective January 1, 2011, the non-refundable paper certificate application fee will be $20. Please note: using a paper application can delay the processing of your admission application additional two weeks.

    Financial Aid Eligibility

    Certificates are not eligible for financial aid.

    Employment

    Career Potential: 
    • CompTIA A+ Certified
    Last Modified: April 1, 2011