08/26/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/26/2024 16:10
Starting a new career in the tech industry can be a blend of excitement and uncertainty. Whether you're switching from a different career or looking to get your first entry-level IT job, it can be difficult to decide how to make your first move. You may be wondering what skills you need, what to do first or if you'll enjoy working and growing in the tech industry. Learning IT basics and studying to get your Tech+ certification is a great way to build a strong foundation and discover if a career in tech is the right fit for you.
IT jobs are projected to be among the fastest-growing occupations from 2023 to 20331 and 72% of employers worldwide rate technology as a primary factor in reaching business their objectives.2 If you're in a tech-adjacent field or you simply want to stay at the forefront of innovation in your industry, you can also benefit from learning all areas of IT basics and enhancing your digital literacy skills with Tech+.
Here's a look at the domains that are covered and what they're worth on the final exam:
IT Concepts and Terminology (14%) - Grasp the essentials of computing, data significance, and problem-solving.
Infrastructure (22%) - Equip yourself with the knowledge to manage devices and networks securely.
Applications and Software (18%) - Understand the workings of software applications and operating systems.
Software Development Concepts (14%) - Get introduced to the basics of coding and software creation.
Data and Database Fundamentals (14%) - Learn about data management and database interfacing.
Security (18%) - Gain insights into safeguarding digital information and ensuring privacy and data protection.
• Virtualization and cloud technologies, such as hypervisors, guest operating systems, and cloud service models to reflect the industry's move toward cloud computing.
• Digital literacy skills and online collaboration tools, to prepare you for both personal and professional digital interactions.
• Security in a digitally connected world, including safe browsing practices, certificates, and privacy considerations for the safe use of digital tools and online platforms.
• More database fundamentals, with an emphasis on data value, database structures, and basic backup concepts to highlight the importance of data management and analysis in IT.
• Additional topics on emerging technologies, including IoT devices, VR and AR systems, with insights into the future of technology and its societal impacts.
• AI concepts, such as AI chatbots, AI assistants, generative AI, AI-generated code, and content.
The shift from CompTIA ITF+ to CompTIA Tech+ is driven by our commitment to ensure our tech training and certifications reflect the most up-to-date and relevant technology education. CompTIA certifications are recognized as standards of excellence and the enhancements offered with Tech+ align with the latest tech industry developments.
• CertMaster Learn features self-paced lessons with embedded videos and interactive simulations for hands-on learning.
• CertMaster Practice provides a range of practice questions and assessments to help you focus on areas that need improvement and get ready for the exam.
1 Source: CompTIA State of the Tech Workforce 2024
2 Source: CompTIA International Trends in Technology and Workforce