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New Requirements for A+ Certification

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CompTIA’s A+ certification has long been recognized as the industry standard for vendor-neutral validation of entry-level computer hardware and software skills. As of July 2007, the certification examination requirements for A+ certification have been changed to reflect recent advances in technology and hiring practices.

Earning A+ certification still requires earning passing scores on two different exams. However, the content and structure of the required exams have changed.

Everyone will be required to successfully complete the A+ Essentials (#220-601) exam, covering both hardware and software. In addition to the A+ Essentials exam, A+ candidates will be able to choose their second exam from a pool of elective tests specific to particular specializations.

Elective Tests:

o 220-602 IT Technician

o 220-603 Remote Support Technician

o 220-604 Depot Technician

The new A+ certification exam emphasizes the combination of technical know-how and other issues necessary for success in the IT field. Because employers are seeking well-rounded and skilled workers for their entry-level IT field, the new A+ examinations were designed, with feedback from subject matter experts, to cover the complete skill sets needed by those seeking entry-level employment in information technology.

In addition to knowledge specific to hardware and operating systems, the new A+ certification exams also look for knowledge in areas necessary for one to be a well-rounded computer professional. For example, concepts related to environmental issues, professionalism, communication skills, safety, and security are now included in the exam.

When you are ready to take the new A+ exam, it is a good idea to use a practice test to help you determine if you would benefit from completing a certification preparation course. There are a number of excellent online, instructor-led, and video-based training programs that can help you polish your skills and knowledge.

When you are ready to take your exam, be sure to check around for the best deals on test vouchers and select a comfortable and convenient certification testing center that meets your needs.

Exam Nerves And Hypnosis

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One of the biggest problems for today’s students is exam nerves. When it comes time to test what they have learned in their classes, exams simply present huge problems. It does not matter how well prepared the student is. After twenty hours of studying, the student could still be nervous about the exam. Exam nerves are a normal thing, though. They begin at an early age, as parents put pressure on students to perform well in school. From that performance pressure was born a whole generation of students, be they middle school, teenagers, or college aged students who simply do not like exams.

Exam nerves are a huge problem that can manifest itself each and every time an exam happens. The biggest risk associated with exam nerves comes with the added stress that students have to face. Stress can cause a whole laundry list of physical and emotional ailments, so it is important to keep that out of life. Since exam nerves are one of the biggest producers of stress for many people, there needs to be a solution. Problems with exam nerves are deep rooted, though. They have been around for years of the student’s life. Perhaps they started when he or she was a kid and parents put a ton of pressure on them. How does one shake such a well positioned problem? It has a lot to do with a change in thinking.

If students can change the way that they view performance and exams, then the stress of exams will be lifted. If students have confidence in their ability to score well on exams, then they will be happier in their life. After all, the younger years are the best years. Why should you spend them being nervous over an impending exam? You don’t have to. You simply must find a solution that works for you. After practicing hypnotherapy for a few years, I can tell you that hypnotherapy is a good solution for problems like exam nerves.

Hypnosis is not just something you would see on a trip to Las Vegas. It is really a very good solution for exam nerves and a whole host of other issues. I have successfully treated clients who suffer from more serious things like smoking, alcoholism, or gambling addiction. In the end, it all comes down to a change in thinking. With hypnosis, you can achieve that change. Get some information today and get over that nervousness with your exams.