CompTIA Tech & Cloud Essentials

12 weeks, part-time

100% online learning

Career development

CompTIA A+, Tech+ and Cloud Essentials+ exam vouchers

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CompTIA Tech & Cloud Essentials

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Eligibility
  • You must be aged 19+
  • You must live in Greater Manchester
  • You have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years
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What is this Tech & Cloud Essentials course all about?

This 12-week online IT course is designed to give you a comprehensive foundation in information technology, whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your skill set. You’ll start by mastering essential IT concepts and terminology, gaining a solid understanding of computing fundamentals, the significance of data, and effective problem-solving techniques. You’ll then explore IT infrastructure, learning how to manage devices and networks securely, understand software applications and operating systems, and get an introduction to software development and database management.

Throughout the course, you’ll develop practical skills in troubleshooting hardware and software issues, understanding networking concepts, and diving into advanced topics like virtualization, cloud computing, and security. You’ll learn to set up and maintain operating systems and mobile devices, safeguard digital information, and grasp the principles of cloud governance, risk management, and compliance. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to support modern IT environments and handle real-world IT challenges effectively.

What are we going to teach you?

  • Essentials of computing, data significance and problem-solving
  • Managing devices and networks securely
  • Basic coding and software creation
  • Data management and database interfacing
  • Cloud networking concepts, storage techniques and design aspects
  • Cloud assessments and migration approaches
  • Hardware, operating systems and mobile devices
  • Software troubleshooting including OS, malware and security issues
  • Networks and connections including TCP/IP, WiFi and SOHO

Career Opportunities

The IT Support digital training course is here to make you the ideal candidate for various sought-after roles within the IT industry, such as:

  • Entry Level IT Technician
  • IT Support Apprentice 
  • Software and Technical Support Technician
  • IT Systems Administrator
  • IT Helpdesk Analyst 
  • Cloud Support Associate
Curriculum
CompTIA Tech+
  • Grasp the essentials of computing, data significance, and problem-solving.
  • Equip yourself with the knowledge to manage devices and networks securely.
  • Understand the workings of software applications and operating systems.
  • Get introduced to the basics of coding and software creation.
  • Learn about data management and database interfacing.
  • Gain insights into safeguarding digital information and ensuring privacy and data protection.
CompTIA A+
  • Identifying, using and connecting hardware components and devices, including the broad knowledge about different devices that is now necessary to support the remote workforce
  • Install and support Windows OS including command line and client support, system configuration imaging and troubleshooting for Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android and Linux OS
  • Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware and security issues
  • Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO
  • Troubleshoot real-world device and network issues quickly and efficiently
  • Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections
  • Install and configure laptops and other mobile devices and support applications to ensure connectivity for end users
  • Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts and set up client-side virtualization
  • Follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication and professionalism
CompTIA Cloud Essentials+
  • Cloud principles, cloud networking concepts and storage techniques, and cloud design aspects
  • Appropriate cloud assessments like feasibility studies, benchmarking or gap analysis, key business aspects of cloud vendor relation adoption and cloud migration approaches
  • Aspects of operating within the cloud, such as data management or optimization and the role of DevOps in cloud environments, like API integration or provisioning
  • Risk management and response concepts related to cloud services and the importance and impacts of compliance in the cloud, such as regulatory concerns or international standards

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