This course funding is for the Scottish residents and eligible candidates only.

*Please note that you must be a resident in Scotland to join this course and use SAAS part-time funding. More information on this below.*

***Course details are available at itpt.co.uk/course/comptiaaplus/***

IT Professional Training Edinburgh are offering you the chance to join this free (fully funded by SAAS) CompTIA A + (Gateway to IT) Course. This part-time, tutor-led course is free for people who qualify for SAAS part-time funding and you will not need to pay this grant back to SAAS. 

For SAAS funding eligibility:

1. You have to be a resident of

2. Either employed and earning less than 25k a year or can be unemployed as well

3. Have not used the SAAS funding in this Academic Year.          

Course Description:

The CompTIA A+ course provides necessary competencies for an entry-level IT professional with the equivalent knowledge of at least 12 months of hands-on The CompTIA A+ certificate is widely recognised and prepares the individual to enter the market as PC Technician. The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for validating vendor-neutral skills expected for an entry-level computer technician and will open the door for an exciting career in computer technology.

This course is also known as Gateway to IT world.

The CompTIA A+ certification ensures that the successful candidate has the important knowledge and skills necessary (Exam 901) to covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware, and basic networking. Exam 902 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, as well as configuring common features (e.g. network connectivity and email) for mobile operating systems Android and Apple iOS.

• Building and Maintenance of PCs
• Mobile devices including Android and Apple iOS
• Laptops
• Operating Systems
• Networking and Security
• Hardware and Software Troubleshooting
• Printers
• Operational Procedures, Professionalism and Safety in IT

Course objectives

• Introduction to the Personal Computer (PC)
• Safety Lab procedure
• Computer Assembly — Step by Step
• Basics of Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting
• Fundamental Operating Systems
• Fundamental Laptops and Portable Devices
• Fundamental Printers and Scanners
• Fundamental Networks
• Fundamental Security
• Communication Skills
• Advanced Personal Computers
• Advanced Operating Systems
• Advanced Laptops and Portable Devices
• Advanced Printers and Scanners
• Advanced Networks
• Advanced Security

While many of the essential skills are universal, there are additional skills required to support the needs of businesses. By offering alternative validation paths for specific job scenarios, CompTIA A+ gives individuals the ability to grow their careers in a certain area, and employers the flexibility to choose the validation that best fits their needs

This is fully SAAS part-time funded course. No qualification or experience needed to start, Stand out for the top jobs and take your life to the next level.

Course Schedule: Classes per week: 1

No of weeks: 20

Class timings: 01:00pM to 05:00PM

Day: Sunday

Ticket Description:

This ticket logs your interest to join this course. To study this course free, ITPT requires all interested students to complete SAAS PTFG application and ITPT course registration form.

Note: Only eligible candidates will be able to join this course on a free basis.

How to Apply For the Course and Its Funding:

Step 1 - Funding Eligibility Self Assessment (Optional):

Check your funding eligibility here to make sure you are eligible for the funding to study for totally free

https://www.itpt.co.uk/funding-eligibility

Step 2 - Apply: To apply and register for this course download application forms follow the link below and send us via email at info@itpt.co.uk

(Download application forms)

Course Enrolment: To make an appointment to enrol in this course, click here to Book Course Registration/Consultancy Appointment. We can also send you the forms and information on how to complete them via email.

Contact:

Email: info@itpt.co.uk

Phone: 0131 552 5558

website: www.itpt.co.uk