TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) Course + Exam

Hey, Mike Meyers here. The Team at Total Seminars and I are excited to bring you this updated video series to help you pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) certification exam.This course contains the training you need to pass the Core 2 and one practice exam.

Between my bestselling A+, Network+, and Security+ books and my video courses, I’ve taught over 2 million people how to take and pass these CompTIA IT industry certification exams. I’ve got an easy-going, approachable, and funny teaching style that has helped newbies and experienced techs alike learn valuable IT skills. I’ve taught in-person seminars for the DEA and the FBI, and now I’m going to teach you.

I’m joined by my buddy, Steve Nicholson, who brings a ton of knowledge and experience to this course. He’s taught thousands of college students, worked as a Chief Technical Officer, and even had a stint in the Marine Corps. Oh, and don’t forget to ask him about the chickens at his house!

Total Seminars is the #1 name in CompTIA Certification training for over 25 years. We’ve taught more students than there are CompTIA certified techs. We can prepare you to take and pass the exam and make you a better IT tech in the process.

This is the second of a two-course series and is designed to prepare you to take and pass the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) exam. It’s an internationally-recognized, fundamental IT training certification. Not interested in certification? No problem! Even if you just want to learn about the basics of IT and computers, I’ve got you covered.

• Course 1: TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1101)

• Course 2: TOTAL: CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1102) (this course)

To become fully A+ certified you will need to pass both the 220-1101 and 220-1102 exams.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING:

OVER 7,000 5-STAR REVIEWS!

“I used these courses to pass the A+, Security+, and Network+ in a span of 2.5 months. I had no IT experience 4 months ago. Now I am a network engineer at a managed service provider with a great salary and solid upward mobility.” – Ryan D.

“Absolutely loved this course! Thank you Mike Meyers for having an effective and fun teaching style! I highly recommend this course for anyone interested in getting A+ certified!” – Rebecca M.

“I have not taken the exam yet but the course felt very informative and well laid out. Mike…structures his teaching around like concepts. It helps ensure that you learn about the topic conceptually and technically. I have already begun to use many of lessons in my current professional role and have seen improvement in my ability to troubleshoot and diagnose computer related issues. Thanks Mike!” – Joe M.

“This course has helped me though all the old CompTIA content and has continued to help me progress though the new CompTIA 1001 -1002. Thanks MIKE!!! Your videos are awesome especially for this visual learner!” – Antwon S.

WHY SHOULD I TAKE THIS COURSE?

Technology is ranked as the #1 source of U.S. jobs. Are you looking to kickstart your career, improve your existing IT skills, or increase your chances of getting that IT job? Did you know 96% of HR managers use IT certifications as screening or hiring criteria during recruitment?

Some jobs that use A+ certifications are Support Specialists (avg. 54,500/yr.), Field Service Technicians (avg. 46,000/yr.), and Desktop Support Analysts (avg. 60,000/yr.)

More Certifications = More money

* A+ Certification with no other certifications = 47,500 / year

* A+ Certification with 1 or 2 other active certs. = 84,250 / year

* A+ Certification with 3 or 4 other active certs. = 92,080 / year

* A+ Certification with 5 or 6 other active certs. = 97,310 / year

* A+ Certification with 7 or 8 other active certs. = 105,150 / year

Not looking for a cert? Maybe you’re just interested in how to keep your home network router from constantly doing that annoying red-blinky-light thing. Or be the family hero and set up that awesome smart thermostat you’ve had in your Amazon cart for a year! Or perhaps you want to learn how to get your iPhone to work so you don’t have to keep asking your friend’s brother’s aunt’s niece for help. Whatever your motivation, this course is perfect to help give you a robust IT foundational knowledge in a way that’s easy-to-understand. And, hopefully, you’ll have a few laughs with me along the way.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

SOOOOO much! This course is a great deal, check it out:

• Over 17 hours of video

• PDFs that detail all the exam objectives covered in each episode (valuable studying tool)

• PDFs of the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam objectives

• End-of-chapter quizzes to test your knowledge

• Q&A section where you have access to me and my team of teaching assistants to answer any questions you might have

• 50-question practice test with objectives weighted like the real exam

• 30-day money-back guarantee

• Lifetime access

• Certificate of completion

WHAT’S COVERED?

Exam Domain 1.0 Operating Systems – 31%

• Operating system types and purposes (Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, Linux, etc.)

• Windows versions

• OS installation

• Command-line tools

Exam Domain 2.0 Security – 25%

• Physical security (locks, badge readers, guards, etc.)

• Logical security concepts (Active Directory, antivirus/anti-malware, firewalls, certificates, etc.)

• Wireless security protocols (WPA2, WPA3, RADIUS, etc.)

• Detect and prevent malware

• Social engineering threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities (hackers, phishing, DDoS, brute force, man-in-the-middle, etc.)

• Secure workstations and mobile devices

Exam Domain 3.0 Software Troubleshooting – 22%

• Troubleshoot Microsoft OS, PC security, mobile OS, and application issues

• Malware removal

Exam Domain 4.0 Operational Procedures – 22%

• Best practices for documentation, change management, disaster prevention and recovery, safety procedures, and more

• Different types of licenses and policies

• Professional conduct

• Scripting (JavaScript, Python, Visual Basic, etc.)

• Remote access technologies

EXAM INFO

Exam code: 220-1102

Max. 90 questions (multiple choice, drag-and-drop, and performance-based)

Length of exam: 90 minutes

Passing score: 700 (on a scale of 100-900)

Exam cost: $246

Languages: English, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Thai, and Spanish.

Recommended experience: 9-12 months’ hands-on experience in a lab or in the field

To become fully A+ certified you will need to pass both the 220-1101 and 220-1102 exams.

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• 1 stars: 62 votes
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• 3 stars: 944 votes
• 4 stars: 5560 votes
• 5 stars: 15839 votes

Frequently Asked Questions

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