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CompTIA Tech+ course overview.

A broad entry point into technology concepts, terminology, infrastructure, applications, data and security.

Included in selected IT Career Switch traineeships as part of a wider career pathway.

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Foundation

Tech+

Globally recognised IT certifications covering support, networking, security, cloud and cyber operations.

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Course price

£799.00

Standalone Tech+ course pricing. Speak to admissions if you would like to include it in a wider pathway.

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CompTIA

Course provider

FC0-U71

Exam/code

2

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What this course helps you build.

CompTIA Tech+ helps new learners build the language and confidence needed before moving into deeper support, networking or security modules.

01

IT concepts and terminology

02

Infrastructure and applications

03

Data, databases and security basics

What the official exam covers.

The official Tech+ domains cover the breadth of digital foundations, from core terminology through infrastructure, software, data and security.

Exam snapshot

  • Maximum 75 questions
  • Multiple choice
  • 60 minutes
  • Passing score 650

IT Concepts and Terminology

14%

Computing basics, notational systems, processing and troubleshooting methodology.

Infrastructure

22%

Hardware, networks, common devices, virtualization and cloud concepts.

Applications and Software

18%

Operating systems, applications, browsers and productivity tools.

Software Development Concepts

14%

Programming categories, logic, development approaches and problem solving.

Data and Database Fundamentals

14%

Database concepts, data structures, backup methods and business value.

Security

18%

Device security, passwords, encryption and basic protection of data.

Breakdown based on CompTIA Tech+ certification overview.

Where Tech+ can fit into your career.

Tech+ is the starting point for learners who want to build confidence before choosing a more specialist IT route.

1

IT Support Trainee

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Service Desk Assistant

3

Junior Technical Support

4

Digital Support Apprentice

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Use Tech+ as the first step toward IT support or network engineering traineeships with structured guidance and job-focused support.

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