Training

CompTIA A+ (IT Support Specialist)

What do they do? - Install software, setup computer workspaces, and solve technical issues that arise on a day-to- day basis.

• Median National Salary - $49,770
• Annual Job Postings - 380,100+
• Job Growth Above Natl Avg - 28%

The CompTIA A+ certification lays the groundwork for a successful IT career, providing essential skills in hardware, software, troubleshooting, and support. As the industry-recognized entry point into tech, it not only prepares you for immediate roles like help desk or support technician but also sets the stage for advancing into more specialized certifications—such as Network+, Security+, and beyond—opening doors to a wide range of high-demand IT career paths.

New to IT? - This class is the first class required for students to enroll. Students with prior experience working in the IT industry, or validation of some kind of IT experience can enroll in the Network+ or Security+. See FAQ for more information.

Source: CompTIA | Lightcast | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

CompTIA Network+ (Network Specialist)

What do they do? - Supports the company's internal servers including desktop computers and other networked devices.

• Median National Salary - $80,600
• Annual Job Postings - 135,900+
• Job Growth Above Natl Avg - 3%

New to IT? - This A+ class is the first class required for students to enroll. Students with prior experience working in the IT industry, or validation of some kind of IT experience can enroll in the Network+. See FAQ for more information.

Source: CompTIA | Lightcast | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

CompTIA Security+ (Cybersecurity Specialist)

What do they do? - A Cybersecurity Professional scopes out vulnerabilities, detects cyberthreats, and implements changes to protect an organization.

• Median National Salary - $102,600
• Annual Job Postings - 189,110+
• Job Growth Above Natl Avg - 253%

New to IT? - This A+ class is the first class required for students to enroll. Students with prior experience working in the IT industry, or validation of some kind of IT experience can enroll in the Security+. See FAQ for more information.

Source: CompTIA | Lightcast | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

CompTIA Academic partner

The CompTIA Academic Partner Program prepares today's students to be employable in our global digital economy. Through our partnership, we provide tools and resources to help schools deploy turnkey curriculum including fundamental digital skills, IT and Cybersecurity.

Financial Benefits

• Discounts on exam vouchers.
• Discounts on CompTIA Learning Resources.

Certification Testing

• Online Testing Available (CompTIA or PearsonOnVUE).
  • AV Adult Ed is a registered Pearson Vue Testing Center.
  • Proctor - Brian Merrick (bmerrick@avhsd.org).
    • Hours / location

Instructional Resources

• Certification exam objectives.
• CompTIA-approved learning materials.
• Certification roadmap.
• CompTIA-hosted webinars.
• Classroom Resources: Case Studies, Videos, etc.

Access to the IT community

• Events and conferences.
• CompTIA Instructor Network Community (CIN).