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CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) Online Training

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UPDATED: March 27, 2025

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This CompTIA Tech+ training helps IT beginners build essential skills. Learn to troubleshoot hardware, software, and networks, and manage devices — all while you prep for the Tech+ exam. Designed as the ideal starting point for IT careers, the Tech+ certification validates hands-on expertise in foundational IT concepts. Master IT fundamentals, security, and software development to land your first IT job. This CompTIA training is ideal for individuals or teams, and can support onboarding and skill development.

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What you'll learn

Understanding core IT concepts like networking and security basics
Setting up and managing computers, mobile devices, and basic networks
Writing basic code and programs
Configuring operating systems and performing system updates
Implementing cybersecurity best practices to protect data and networks'
Troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues

FAQs

Is CompTIA being phased out?

No, CompTIA is definitely not being phased out, and it's not going anywhere. CompTIA is, has been, and will continue to be a leading provider of IT certifications. CompTIA does periodically retire its certifications that lose relevancy or get aged out, but classic certifications like A+ and Network+ are here to stay. CompTIA also regularly adds new certifications to its catalogue, like the Tech+, which was launched in late 2024.

Is Tech+ certification worth it?

Yes, for IT newcomers, the Tech+ is a focused, up-to-date foundation in tech essentials like hardware, software, and networking. More advanced IT professionals (people with a couple years of experience) probably don't need to worry about earning the Tech+, but it's worth it for brand new professionals. It can help you boost your resume and prove you're serious about getting started in your IT career.

How much does it cost to earn the Tech+?

At the time of this writing, CompTIA hasn't released pricing details for the Tech+ and its exam FC0-U71. The certification was announced in late 2024, and although some of the materials are available, CompTIA hasn't announced pricing yet. Since Tech+ will become one of their core certifications, and fall somewhere in-between ITF+ and A+, it's a good guess that the Tech+ will cost about $250.

What CompTIA cert is the hardest?

The most difficult CompTIA certification is probably the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+). Unlike CompTIA's other certs, CASP+ is meant for experienced cybersecurity professionals who are deeply familiar with enterprise security, risk management, and cryptographic technologies. The CASP+ exam has performance based questions that demand practical problem-solving under pressure. The rigorous CASP+ is made to reveal real-world expertise with cybersecurity, likely making it CompTIA's hardest exam.

How difficult is the Tech+?

The Tech+ is not an especially difficult certification or exam. Designed to teach new IT professionals the essential tech understanding needed to succeed in their first IT job, the Tech+ is challenging but fair. With the right preparation in basic IT concepts, fundamental security concerns, and software development basics, it provides a solid foundation for entry-level roles and opens the door to more advanced certifications like A+.

Who is this for?

This CompTIA Tech+ training is considered foundational-level CompTIA training, which means it was designed for junior IT professionals. This IT concepts and terminology skills course is valuable for new IT professionals with at least a year of experience with IT and experienced junior IT professionals looking to validate their CompTIA skills.

What our learners say

When learning a new technology, people sometimes build a wall that complicates the learning process because of the unknown. I like tearing down that wall — and having people fall in love with that technology.
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It feels like the best and the brightest people are training with you — and they are just hanging out with you and showing you the ropes.
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Study plan

Download the free Tech+ study plan to complete this course in about 37 hours.

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