Launch or advance your IT career with a globally recognised certification that proves your technical skills and job readiness.
This 10-week, part-time weekend course prepares you for the CompTIA A+ certification—an industry-standard, vendor-neutral qualification valued by employers worldwide. It’s ideal for those starting out in IT or looking to formally validate existing knowledge.
You’ll develop the practical skills needed to configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, and support PCs in a professional environment. Alongside technical expertise, you’ll also build an understanding of security, safety, and best practices—ensuring you’re ready to work confidently in real-world IT roles.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
Achieving CompTIA A+ certification requires passing two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202), which are booked separately.
This course provides a clear pathway into roles such as IT support technician, help desk analyst, or field service technician, and can be progressed further with certifications such as CompTIA Network+.
| College | Griffith College Dublin (GCD) |
| Course ID | 123913 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 8 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Award / Certificate |
| Awarding Body Details | CompTIA A+ |
| Course Duration | 10 Weeks |
| Course Time | On-Campus Delivery—This course is scheduled to commence on Saturday 24th October 2026 at Griffith College Dublin Main Campus, South Circular Road, Dublin 8. Year 2026 - 2027 Oct: 24 Nov: 07, 14, 21, 28 Dec: 05, 12 Jan: 09, 16, 23 |
| Course Fee | 1790.00 |
| Entry Requirements | All applicants must be a user of Microsoft Office together with an understanding of basic computing concepts. Mature Students (Over 23 Years): Direct Entry Under 23 Years: 5 O6/H7 grades, to include a language in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent award. |
| Career Path | Upon completion, this programme is the perfect foundation for participants who wish to progress in the workplace. Successful applicants may also elect to pursue further studies in this area by progressing to the CompTIA Network+ course. |
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