Mount Vernon – Eighteen students from the Knox County Career Center’s Computer Network Technology (CNT) program recently earned CompTIA certifications.
The CompTIA ITF+ exam focuses on the essential skills and knowledge needed to perform tasks commonly performed by advanced end-users and entry-level IT professionals. Skills covered include using features and functions of common operating systems and establishing network connectivity, identifying common software applications and their purpose, and using security and web browsing best practices.
The ITF+ exam is intended for candidates who are advanced end-users and/or are considering a career in IT. The exam is also a good fit for individuals interested in pursuing professional-level certifications, such as A+.
In order to earn the certification, each student has to pass a proctored exam with no access to learning materials or the internet. These certifications are recognized by the Ohio Department of Education and the IT industry as recognized credentials.