CompTIA A+ Certificate

Course Details

Our Computer Maintenance course leads to A+ certification - the world standard entry-level qualification for computer technicians and engineers. It is recognised by employers everywhere. Learn the processes involved in building, installing, configuring and upgrading computer systems as you go through the computer maintenance courses and gain a thorough understanding of both hardware and software.

A+ certification with our computer maintenance course opens the door to an exciting career in IT - all businesses use computers and skilled computer maintenance technicians are in great demand, commanding salaries of up to £30,000* per annum.

'We are delighted to partner with Home Learning College as an authorised CompTIA member and support them in their endeavours to offer CompTIA certification courses to their students; as the perfect stepping stone and foundation to a career in  IT'  - Matthew Poyiadgi, Vice President EMEA, CompTIA.

Qualifications

Our computer maintenance course leads to the CompTIA A+ Certification.

The Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is an industry recognised professional organisation. Certification from these bodies makes you stand out as a professional and can enhance your career prospects.

By completing a computer maintenance course you will develop your skills and make your CV stand out. You will be able to demonstrate your understanding of computer technology, and how you can build, install, configure and upgrade computers. Doing a computer maintenance course in your own time also shows your commitment to your subject and to your personal development.

'We are delighted to partner with Home Learning College as an authorised CompTIA member and support them in their endeavours to offer CompTIA certification courses to their students; as the perfect stepping stone and foundation to a career in  IT' - Matthew Poyiadgi, Vice President  EMEA, CompTIA.   

Tutors

We recognise that expert support and guidance is vital in helping students succeed, and your Home Learning College Tutor is critical to the delivery of this service excellence. When you enrol you are assigned a personal Tutor, an expert in their subject area and trained to support and coach you throughout the duration of your studies.

Tutors are recruited, employed and trained by Home Learning College, ensuring that students have access to the best quality support and tuition available. You will have unlimited access to your personal Tutor via phone, post or online. From the day you enrol, we are committed to seeing you through to the successful completion of your course and beyond.

Virtual Learning Community

Students enrolling with Home Learning College will also benefit from unlimited access to our unique Virtual Learning Community, a secure online environment designed to enhance your learning experience.

Here you will be able to:

• Meet and chat with 30,000 other students
• Set up your own student profile
• Participate in online discussion boards
• Interact with your Tutor
• Access a library of user generated content relating to your course
• Submit coursework
• Access additional learning tools and content
• Watch videocasts and online tutorials
• Access anywhere and anytime

Home Learning College is the only vocational home study provider within the UK to offer students an interactive online community.

Access to our Virtual Learning Community means that you'll have all the flexibility and benefits of studying from home whilst ensuring that you are never actually studying alone.

** Please note that some aspects of the Virtual Learning Community are not yet available.

Study Plan

• RAM
• Motherboard
• Removable media
• Graphic and sound cards
• Peripheral devices
• Microprocessors
• Printers
• Assemble a computer
• Upgrade a computer system
• Troubleshoot for common faults
• Maintain efficiency of any PC

At the end of each chapter of the computer maintenance course you may complete an optional assignment and submit this to your tutor.

Study Details

Most students can complete the computer maintenance course within approximately 180 hours of study.

Sample Course Material

Our computer maintenance course material is written by experts in their fields. For an example click on the link below.

• computer maintenance courses.pdf

Careers

With this course you will be able to apply for jobs as a computer technician or an engineer commanding salaries of £25,000 - £35,000* per annum.

Download PDF| for further career information.

*Source:  CW Jobs - IT Job Specialists @Total Jobs Group Ltd 2006