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My CompTIA A + Journey
Congratulations to me and of course, to LearningPeople. I passed the CompTiA A+ (Core 1) at the first attempt! Thanks to Mikki Dumbrill (my consultant) who after listening to me on my IT journey, my job experience, where I was at and where I hoped to be, counselled and encouraged me that I might want to consider the CompTIA A+ certification as a starting point, and to StudentCare for the guidance, learning materials, resources and support received through the whole process. When necessary, they reached out either through telephone or email. Thank you. Contrary to what the exam prep questions might have you believe, the actual test could be a lot different in presentation and so may appear tougher especially when you factor in the nerve-racking examination condition, at least from my perspective and experience. I didn’t see it coming. it took me a while to understand the exam simulation for the PBQs on the test day. But fortunately, I studied and prepared for suitability for Support Tech job and not just for the sake of passing the exam. Do not underestimate the actual test. I did not. You will be better for it. A close look at the learning materials and resources used at LearningPeople will show that it is constantly drummed into prospective test takers that you are being trained to be job-ready and not just to pass an exam. Of particular note is the "CompTIA A + Complete Study Guide, 5th edition" by Quentin Docter and Jon Buhagiar. It was an invaluable piece of learning material for me. Make it your companion. I even ordered a hard copy. Aside from that, research deeper into concepts that appear hazy for better understanding. It will help you. Few weeks to my intended date of taking the test, StudentCare sent me an email containing a guide as to what I ought to do prior to taking the test, what I needed to have covered and how to better prepare for the exam using a systematic approach of crossing out what I already knew and instead concentrating more on what needed attention as a last-minute check. That was very helpful. My advice. Do not be in a hurry to take the tests. I have a professional background in IT Support Tech and yet it took about 5 months of intensive study and learning before I felt confident to attempt it. Wish me luck on my Core 2 exam (I estimate I would be ready in 3 months) as I wish all prospective test takers success. Best wishes, Uzomechina Nj