AoH’s Information Technology (IT) offers stackable credentialing programs for learners interested in beginning, as well as advancing in, the IT Industry. Although the pathway is designed to take learners from ITF to Security+ if desired , our pathway is also designed to have flexible entry and exit points to meet the needs of individual learners. During the program, learners will be involved in hands-on internships to gain valuable experience in the IT field. Upon successful completion and certification, AoH assist learners with careers in tech support, IT Operational roles and more.
1. CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF)
CompTIA Tech+, is an entry-level certification. This class introduces learners to basic IT knowledge such as the fundamentals of computing networks, operating systems, hardware, security, software development and database concepts and prepares learners for the Tech+ certification exam. CompTIA ITF is a five month program including 200+ hours of instruction which includes virtual simulation and hands-on work. Upon successful completion of the ITF class, learners can move on to CompTIA A+.
2. CompTIA A+
CompTia A+ is an intensive 10-month session broken into two (2) five month “Core” sections focusing on hardware, cloud computing, networking technology, operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. Unlike other CompTIA programs, A+ consists of two separate exams, both of which must be passed in order to obtain the credential. While students must be committed to participating in two five month sessions, they have the opportunity to begin an A+ program in either the fall or spring (based on meeting requirements), with both day and evening sessions available.
ComTIA ITF Tech + (2025) (W5 Day and W8 Evening)
Daytime: 10:30-2 pm
Evening: 6-9 pm
CompTIA ITF
Daytime Classes (Limited Seats)
Where: Ward 5 Daytime
Time: 10:30-2:30 (Daytime)
Days: Monday-Thursday
Terms: ITF will be offered for 2 terms (Fall and Winter/Spring)
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and on site)
Evening (Limited Seats)
Where: Ward 8 Evening
Time: 6-9 pm
Days: Monday – Thursday
Terms: ITF will be offered for 2 terms (Fall and Winter/Spring)
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and on site)
CompTIA IT A+ (2025) (W5 Day and W8 Evening)
Daytime: 10:30-2:30 pm
Evening: 5-9 pm
CompTIA A+
Daytime Classes (Limited Seats)
Where: Ward 5 Daytime
Time: 10:30-2:30 (Daytime)
Days: Monday-Thursday
Terms: A+ Core 1 and Core 2 are offered for 2 terms
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and on site)
Evening (Limited Seats)
Where: Ward 8 Evening
Time: 5-9 pm
Days: Monday – Thursday
Terms: A+ Core 1 and Core 2 are offered for 2 terms.
Instruction: Hybrid (Remote and on site)
CompTIA ITF
CompTIA A+
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