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e technology industry is growing more and more every year. In March 2022, employer job postings for open IT positions grew from 383,000 to 412,000, according to Burning Glass – and that means more talent is being recruited for these roles. Whether you’re a new grad or career changer, you are sure to find a role that fits your skills and interests – let CompTIA be your first stop at an emerging career in tech.
If you’re looking to break into an IT role, take a look at CompTIA A+. The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for establishing a career in IT and is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. And if you’re still learning, CompTIA offers a full suite of training solutions to help you gain the skills you need on the job. Plus, CompTIA A+ covers the technical skills required to succeed in the IT workforce.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for tech support specialists in the US is $53,000 – 26% higher than the national median wage.
Before we dive into each of these job roles, let’s look at how CompTIA A+ prepares you for these positions. Compared to other professional certifications, CompTIA A+ is the only industry-recognized credential that proves candidates can think on their feet to perform critical IT support tasks. It is trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end point management and technical support roles.
CompTIA A+ appears in more tech support job listings than any other IT credential. From March 2021 to February 2022, U.S. employers posted 43,000 jobs seeking IT pros who have CompTIA A+.
CompTIA exams are developed through an intensive process where professionals come together and discuss what knowledge, skills and abilities are required to perform certain job roles. That means you can be sure the topics covered by CompTIA A+ match what IT support and help desk technicians need to know today.
After taking the CompTIA A+ exam, an individual would be able to do the following:
It’s no surprise that these are the exact skills covered by CompTIA A+. (Check out the exam objectives for yourself – download them for free!) Companies are looking to hire qualified professionals who can troubleshoot and problem solve a wider variety of issues.
Let’s take a closer look at how IT professionals who have CompTIA A+ are qualified for the following jobs:
If you earn CompTIA A+, you may be interested in one of the following in-demand IT jobs.
If you like to solve technical issues and work with people, then help desk technician may be a good next step for you.
A help desk technician may have the following responsibilities:
Have you outgrown your role at the help desk? If you like working with people and computers and enjoy the challenges that come with problem solving, then a career as an IT specialist may be for you.
An IT specialist may have the following responsibilities:
Have you mastered your work as a Tier I IT support technician? If so, consider moving on up to Tier II.
An IT pro in this position is responsible for assisting internal or external clients in the following ways:
If your excitement for technology intersects with your love of helping people, then field service technician could be your next move.
A field service technician is responsible for analyzing, troubleshooting and evaluating technology issues in the field. This role generally supports external clients or end users in the following ways:
If you enjoy problem solving and being part of the bigger picture of success, then being a technical support specialist could be your next move.
A technical support specialist does a range of tasks, from installing software to setting up computer workspaces, as well as solving technical issues that arise on a day-to-day basis. A technical support specialist may also do the following:
Call Global IT today for more information on our certified A+ course at (248) 557-2480. You can also schedule a in-person or Zoom meeting with a Career Specialist when you call.
