CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on.
Unlike other vendor-specific networking certifications, CompTIA Network+ prepares candidates to support networks on any platform. CompTIA Network+ is the only certification that covers the specific skills that network professionals need. Other certifications are so broad, they don’t cover the hands-on skills and precise knowledge needed in today’s networking environments.
CompTIA Network+ features flexible training options including self-paced learning, live online training, custom training and labs to advance the career development of IT professionals in network administration.
The new CompTIA Network+ N10-008 will be available 9/15. CompTIA Network+ N10-007 (English language version) will retire June 2022.
Explain basic networking concepts including network services, physical connections, topologies and architecture, and cloud connectivity.
Explain routing technologies and networking devices; deploy ethernet solutions and configure wireless technologies.
Monitor and optimize networks to ensure business continuity.
Explain security concepts and network attacks in order to harden networks against threats.
Troubleshoot common cable, connectivity, and software issues related to networking.
Junior Network Administrator |
Datacenter Support Technician |
Network Engineer |
System Administrator |
NOC Technician |
Telecommunications Technician |
Cable Technician |
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| Exam Codes | N10-008 | N10-007 |
| Launch Date | September 15, 2021 | March 2018 |
| Exam Description | CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on. | CompTIA Network+ N10-007 has been updated and reorganized to address the current networking technologies with expanded coverage of several domains by adding:
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| Number of Questions | Maximum of 90 questions | |
| Type of Questions | Multiple choice and performance-based | Multiple Choice Questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based |
| Length of Test | 90 Minutes | |
| Passing Score | 720 (on a scale of 100-900) | |
| Recommended Experience | CompTIA A+ Certification and at least 9 to 12 months of networking experience | |
| Languages | English, with Japanese scheduled and others TBD | English, German, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Retirement | Generally three years after launch | June 2022 |
| Testing Provider | Pearson VUE |
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| Price | $338 USD (See all pricing) | |
| Cisco CCNA | |
| Exam Length | 1 exam, 90 minutes | 1 exam, 90 minutes |
| Exam Focus | Covers networking technologies across all vendors & solutions. | Covers networking for only Cisco products & solutions |
| Experience Level | Early career | Early career |
| Prerequisites | CompTIA A+ &/or a minimum of 9 months networking experience recommended | 1-3 years experience |
| Vendor Neutral | ✔ | |
| Price | $338 | $295 |
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Keep your certification up to date with CompTIA’s Continuing Education (CE) program. It’s designed to be a continued validation of your expertise and a tool to expand your skillset. It’s also the ace up your sleeve when you’re ready to take the next step in your career.
Get the most out of your certification
Information technology is an incredibly dynamic field, creating new opportunities and challenges every day. Participating in our Continuing Education program will enable you to stay current with new and evolving technologies and remain a sought-after IT and security expert.
The CompTIA Continuing Education program
Your CompTIA Network+ certification is good for three years from the day of your exam. The CE program allows you to extend your certification in three-year intervals through activities and training that relate to the content of your certification. Like Network+ itself, CompTIA Network+ ce also carries globally-recognized ISO/ANSI accreditation status.
It’s easy to renew
You can participate in a number of activities and training programs, including higher certifications, to renew your CompTIA Network+ certification. Complete CertMaster CE, an online, self-paced CE course, or collect at least 30 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in three years, upload them to your certification account, and Network+ will automatically renew.
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