A+ Core 1
Core IT support
About A+ Core 1
A+ Core 1 is the first of two exams required to earn the industry-standard A+ certification designed to launch an IT career. It prepares candidates for roles such as IT support specialist and help desk technician by validating skills in mobile devices, networking, hardware, and virtualization/cloud computing.
- Mobile devices: installing components and configuring connectivity
- Networking: protocols, ports, SOHO networks, and diagnostic tools
- Hardware: RAM, storage, cabling, peripherals, and power systems
- Virtualization and cloud computing (VMs, IaaS/SaaS/PaaS)
- Hardware and network troubleshooting
Purchase Options (6)
CompTIA mixes and matches a handful of building blocks — CertMaster Learn (the course), CertMaster Labs (hands-on practice), CertMaster Practice (a final readiness check), CertMaster Study (a textbook-style guide), CertMaster Perform (Learn + Labs combined), and the exam Voucher itself — into the packages below. Buy Now takes you to secure Stripe checkout; CRS training ops will redeem your CompTIA license and email you within 1 business day.
CertMaster Study
V15
A traditional, fully illustrated study guide (eBook and print) — reference-style content for learners who prefer a textbook to interactive eLearning.
$80
R 1 195
CertMaster Labs
V15
Hands-on virtual lab environments mapped directly to exam objectives — practice by doing rather than reading. Sold on its own for learners who already have the theory and want practical repetition, or bundled with CertMaster Learn.
$112
R 1 681
CertMaster Practice
V15
An adaptive practice-question engine that confirms strong areas and flags weak ones. This is a final readiness check used after Learn and/or Labs, not a way to learn new material.
$124
R 1 863
CertMaster Learn
V15
The self-paced eLearning course — readings, instructional videos, quizzes, flashcards, and a guided study plan covering every exam objective. This is what teaches the material; it does not include hands-on labs or the exam itself.
$315
R 4 718
Complete Learning Bundle
V15
CertMaster Learn + Labs (and Practice, where included) bundled together — every training component you need to prepare, but no exam voucher. Book your exam separately when you're ready.
$387
R 5 812
Complete Bundle with Voucher Plus Retake Assurance
V15
The full package — every training component, your exam booking, and a free retake if you need it. The most comprehensive single option CRS sells for this certification.
$663
R 9 943
Certification Details
- Exam Code
- 220-1201
- Track
- Infrastructure
- Category
- Core IT support
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