A+ Computer Servicing: Certificate

Get started on a great career.

Learn the basics in computer repair, and open the door to endless career opportunities.

Program Description

The A+ Computer certificate program is the first step into a career in computer repair, computer networking, and computer system engineering.

This 19-credit-hour program can be completed in as little as two semesters. The program prepares students to become computer hardware technicians and features courses in AC/DC circuits, electronics, computers servicing and troubleshooting.

Demand for information technology (IT) workers is high and should continue to grow as firms invest in newer, faster technology and mobile networks. The S.C. annual mean wage is $47,730 for computer repairers, according to 2015 reports from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay can increase substantially with time and experience.

Certify Your Skills

Students will be prepared for the Microsoft exam Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows NT 4 Workstation.

Accreditation & Accolades

Technical College of the Lowcountry is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Technical College of the Lowcountry.

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Quick Facts

Quick Fact 1

Industry-certified, hands-on courses give you real-world experience.

Quick Fact 2

Prepare for the Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows NT 4 Workstation exam.

Quick Fact 3

IT workers are in high demand locally and globally.

What People Are Saying

“A+ certification is a widely accepted and well suited for entry-level professionals looking to pursue careers in IT.”

Robert Beach Instructor

FAQs & Additional Information

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What does this program cost?*

Tuition: 19 credits x $170 per credit = $3,230.

Remember, this is before S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance and other financial aid, which could drop your costs by more than half. In fact, after financial aid, many TCL students attend for free.

*Based on Fall 2016 in-state, in-service-area tuition. Your actual cost may differ. Qualifications vary.

Is this program for you?

The program is a great fit for those who:

• Have attention to detail.
• Enjoy problem solving
• Can work independently.

Other Resources

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