CompTIA, the world’s leading IT association, have partnered with The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC), to help Ventura County Residents get an IT job, even without experience.

CompTIA, the world’s leading IT association, have partnered with The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC), to help Ventura County Residents get an IT job, even without experience.

FREE training
program!
Valued at $5,000

Maryland | CompTIA
Maryland | CompTIA

A Life-Changing Opportunity

Through this partnership, Ventura County residents who are unemployed or underemployed can apply for a hybrid class including Self-Study and Instructor-Led Training for either the CompTIA Security+ certification, valued at over $5,000, which includes everything you need to get IT certified and land your first IT job, even if you don’t have prior experience in the IT field.

  • 13-week live instructor-led online training
  • Ventura County, CA resident
  • Everything you need to pass the test and earn a CompTIA IT certification
  • Get an IT job, even without prior experience

86% of certification earners have been placed in the job market by CompTIA’s career services team.

Do You Qualify for This FREE Training?

Unemployed or underemployed Ventura County, CA residents, age 18 and older, who have a high school diploma or GED and are eligible to work in the United States, can apply for this free comprehensive training program. An aptitude test (ITIQ) and video interview will be required.

  • 18+ years old
  • Resident of Ventura County, CA
  • Be able to read and write in the English language
  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Be able to legally work in the United States
  • Be able to pass an aptitude test (ITIQ)
  • Complete a video interview
  • Have reliable internet access and other necessary equipment (up to date desktop/laptop, web cam and headset/earbuds) for online learning

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  • Class start dates:
    • September 19 (6:00 pm – 7:00 pm PT)
  • Classes are held on Tues/Wed/Thurs
  • Aptitude test (ITIQ) required
  • Complete video interview
  • Led by an official CompTIA instructor
  • 13-week live online training in CompTIA Security+
  • Hybrid training has three live 60-minute sessions that will also be recorded
  • Access to instructor office hours
  • Includes all the core learning materials via Canvas LMS, as well as Mastery Assignments and Peer Interaction Activities
  • While we can’t guarantee placement, CompTIA career services will assist you with your entry-level IT job search upon successful course completion

CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career.

Prove to employers you can get
the job done.

CompTIA Security+ is the first cybersecurity certification a candidate should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required in the field and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs.

Prove to employers you can get
the job done.

CompTIA Security+ is the first cybersecurity certification a candidate should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required in the field and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs.

96%

of managers use certifications as criteria during recruitment

$112K

is the annual median salary for a mid-career cybersecurity professional

28%

increase of open IT positions expected by 2029

What You’ll Learn

CompTIA Security+ validates certified professionals have the skills to be more proactive in preventing the next attack. Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on troubleshooting, ensuring you have the practical security problem-solving skills required to:

  • Assess the security of an organization and recommend and implement appropriate solutions
  • Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile and IoT
  • Operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk and compliance
  • Identify, analyze and respond to security events and incidents

Possible job opportunities

  • Business Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Manager
  • Software Developer
  • Systems Administrator
  • MSP Personnel
  • Security Consultant

About this project

The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC), in partnership with multiple regional partners, including CompTIA is leading the Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training Program—a FREE short-term training program that will increase the digital skills of job seekers, current workers and small business operators. The initiative seeks to expand the opportunities and earning power of Ventura County participants by providing them with much-needed digital skills training to help both individuals and employers in the county grow.

Additional program info:

    • CompTIA is a training provider for EDC’s Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training Program.
    • The Economic Development Collaborative’s Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training Program is a FREE short-term program (June 2022 – December 2024) that increases the digital skills of new to tech learners, current workers and small businesses. The program has been made possible thanks to the dedication of Assembly member Jacqui Irwin who developed the project idea and secured funding for Ventura County. Learn more about the program and all training opportunities at https://digital-upskilling.edcollaborative.com/
    • Not finding what you are looking for? The EDC’s Digital Upskilling Training Program provides FREE classes to learn computer basics, gain information and communication technologies certifications and get your small business online. Find the right class for you at https://digital-upskilling.edcollaborative.com/

Why CompTIA?

CompTIA is the world’s leading technology association. CompTIA advances IT professionals with successful industry-leading certifications and business credentials in the areas such as PC maintenance, networking technologies and security.

Powerful and respected credential trusted by employers.

Globally trusted, vendor-neutral certifications.

Join 100,000 other CompTIA users and grow your career.

What our students say:

"As someone who has always been tech savvy. This was the push I needed to transition into a tech career. Along with my experience, the skills I gained while obtaining my cert has only made me more confident for continued success. And with a $31k pay increase!"

"The training I received was valuable to the effect that I have more confidence in applying for jobs that I thought were out of my wheelhouse. The instructors are very helpful and made the lessons engaging. I am confident the training I've received thus far will land me my first tech job."

"Having CompTIA on my resume made a company that I interviewed with previously have another look at me."

"Having CompTIA certifications has allowed me to be sought after in the job market even more than my other achievements."
⎯ Technical Customer Success Specialist, Large Enterprise Electronics Company.

"CompTIA has given me the opportunity to look for a new career and start a new chapter of my life."
⎯ Operations Professional, Large Enterprise Retail Company (Source: TechValidate)

Are you ready to start a new career in IT?

Apply Now

The Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training program is a NO-COST short-term training program that will increase the digital skills of job seekers, current workers, and small business operators. The initiative seeks to expand the opportunities and earning power of Ventura County participants by providing them with much-needed digital skills training to help both individuals and employers in the County grow.

The 3-year initiative (June 2022 – December 2024) was made possible by State Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, who developed the project idea and secured $5 million in state general funds for a Digital Upskilling pilot in Ventura County.

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