CompTIA Certification Training: A+, Network+, Security+ (Vouchers Included)

Instructor(s):

Linda Matthews

Linda Matthews has years of experience both in the classroom teaching technical material and in the field solving a myriad of technical issues.

Linda possesses the background to engage deeply with cybersecurity through teaching and intellectual focus. For the past eight years, she has lived with this vast and fascinating body of knowledge. Now, she regularly trains individuals in several of the most popular security courses from CompTIA and Microsoft. CompTIA's Security+ is the foundational course students need to begin an incredible journey into cybersecurity.

Linda has a strong love for teaching and igniting the spark that can set students on a most worthwhile and fulfilling path.

Sara Perrott

Sara Perrott has been working in the information technology field for 20+ years and has devoted the last 10 of those to focusing on cybersecurity. She is a published author and a former college professor, and she is passionate about teaching the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Sara has a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University Washington and a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Security from the University of Phoenix.

Paula Woodall

Paula Woodall began her technical career as a network and computer consultant 30 years ago. She first taught at a local university before taking the CompTIA and Microsoft exams to teach certified courses. Paula has been fortunate to teach these classes worldwide for companies such as HP and Microsoft. Paula enjoys teaching classes regarding computers and networking and talking to students about how their companies put these technologies to work for them.

Brett Glines

Brett Glines holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from BYU and an MBA from Emory University. Since 1995, he has excelled as a consultant and educator in the field of technical education, primarily specializing in IT applications, leadership development, and certification. He has helped thousands transition into IT careers and holds certifications in CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+.

Brett is a master at leveraging online environments for learning and has been training online exclusively since 2015. He focuses on engaging students, ensuring they understand and remember what they learn. He uses practical examples, everyday analogies, and recall techniques to make learning easier and more effective.

Justin Burandt

Justin Burandt has built a strong career in information technology (IT) education, holding various leadership and support roles across several universities. As an assistant director at Miami Dade College’s Cybersecurity Center of the Americas, he played a key role in developing the IT training infrastructure and expanding certification programs. Additionally, Justin has mentored over 120 students in Western Governors University’s IT bachelor’s programs. His teaching experience spans both online and in-person, including CompTIA Tech+, A+, and Network+ courses across high school, college, and adult education settings. He has also led IT seminars for various organizations, including governments, financial institutions, and businesses.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
• Note: A Windows environment is required to complete some course assignments (A+ and N+).
• Labs included in this program are not supported on mobile devices (i.e., phones and tablets).
• A motherboard capable of client-side virtualization:
  • A 64-bit CPU
  • UEFI firmware
  • Hardware virtualization support in UEFI

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later. Access to Windows 11 is needed for the textbook module "Installing Windows" (A+)
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Chromebook 113 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word. To complete your assignments, you may need Microsoft Word 2003 or higher or an equivalent word-processing program, such as LibreOffice, which is available to download for free.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. (Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.)

Tools:

• Access to copper Ethernet cable-making tools and equipment:
• RJ-45 connectors
• A crimping tool
• Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 cable to practice on

Other:

• A reliable high-speed Internet connection
• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The digital textbooks for the A+, Network+, and Security+ courses are accessed via links in the course lessons.

• CompTIA A+ Guide to IT Technical Support (eBook)
• CompTIA Network+ Guide to Networks, by Jill West (eBook)
• CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, by Mark Ciampa (eBook)