The Smarter Way to Pass the CompTIA A+ 1200 Series and Land an IT Job

Key Takeaways

• Integrated Training for Today’s Learners: The new CompTIA A+ 1200 series removes the 1201/1202 split and offers a holistic, job-focused learning path.

• Hands-On Simulations, Not Passive Videos: Interactive ALEs and real-world help desk challenges make learning active and engaging.

• Designed for Beginners and Career Changers: Clear progression, scaffolded support, and career services make it ideal for new-to-tech learners.

• Built for Certification and the Job Market: The course aligns with what employers need—performance-based skills, not just test prep.

• Available Now at ACI Learning Tech Academy: Live instruction, short simulations, instant feedback, and resume-building support included.

Meet Our New CompTIA A+

Forget what you think you know about CompTIA A+ training. The new 1200 series is here—and it’s not just an update. It’s a ground-up reinvention designed for today’s learners, today’s employers, and today’s job market.

ACI Learning Tech Academy has reimagined the A+ course to reflect what learners truly need: integrated, immersive, hands-on training that builds job-ready confidence from day one. Whether you're breaking into tech or upskilling to stay relevant, this is the A+ course you’ve been waiting for.

A Smarter Way to Learn A+

Until now, most A+ courses have split learning across the 220-1201 and 220-1202 exams. The result? A fragmented experience that separates hardware from troubleshooting, security from software. But no real-world job works like that—and neither should your training.

In our redesigned A+ course, topics are fully integrated. You'll build a holistic skillset across hardware, operating systems, security, and support workflows—just like you would in a real help desk role. There’s no artificial separation, just connected learning that makes sense on the job and in your brain.

Learn by Doing—Not by Memorizing

This isn’t about watching endless lectures or memorizing dry facts. It’s about solving problems, making decisions, and building muscle memory. From your first day in the course, you’ll engage with interactive simulations and micro-tasks designed to mirror what IT support professionals actually do.

With Active Learner Engagements (ALEs), like “View and Try” modules and built-in scenario challenges, you’ll be configuring systems, identifying settings, and troubleshooting issues within minutes—not weeks. These fast-paced, 45-second to 2-minute interactions are packed with learning that sticks.

“This isn’t just a refresh—it’s a fundamental shift in how we teach A+. It’s integrated, immersive, and focused on helping students build the confidence to solve problems the way real IT pros do.” —Greg Gardner, ACI Learning

Why Active Learning Works

The new A+ course is rooted in proven learning science. Here’s why this approach gets results:

• It mirrors the exam. Certifications like CompTIA A+ are moving away from multiple choice and toward simulations. ALEs prepare you for performance-based questions by mimicking real-life interactions.

• It builds real skills. Active learning reinforces both concept and execution. You don’t just know what DNS is—you’ve used nslookup to troubleshoot it.

• It boosts retention. Research shows that students in active learning environments outperform their peers by nearly a half letter grade (Freeman et al., 2014).

• It reduces anxiety. SCORM-compliant completions, not grades, track your progress—so you can try, fail, and learn without pressure.

You’ll also benefit from instant feedback, which strengthens understanding and sharpens your ability to course-correct before exam day.

Built for Career Starters—and Career Changers

This new A+ is especially powerful for learners starting from scratch, including career changers and military veterans transitioning to civilian tech roles. The course is structured, tactical, and responsive—making it ideal for adult learners with no technical background.

Here’s what sets it apart:

• Clear progression. You’ll move through a 4-week bootcamp-style format with measurable milestones.

• Real-world simulations. Hands-on labs and “Try Mode” tasks simulate what you’ll actually encounter on the job.

• Scaffolded support. Frequent quizzes, instant feedback, and scenario-based learning ensure you’re never left behind.

• Career services. Our CareerConnect program includes resume help, mock interviews, and job coaching so you’re prepared to get hired—not just certified.

What You’ll Experience

This isn’t a future promise—it’s live now. When you enroll, you’ll get:

• A streamlined, integrated course structure (no more 1201 vs. 1202 silos)

• Short, interactive simulations instead of hour-long lectures

• Built-in ALEs that keep you actively learning throughout each lesson

• Embedded video clips that focus on task execution, not passive watching

• Real-world help desk challenges that build confidence—not just correctness

Built with smarter structure. Real practice. And delivery designed for today’s workforce.

Accredited. Aligned. Ready When You Are.

ACI Learning Tech Academy is ACCET-accredited, and this course is built in alignment with industry needs and trusted by learners who’ve gone on to work in roles like:

• Help Desk Technician

• Field Support Analyst

• Desktop Support Specialist

• Service Desk Associate

We don’t just help you pass the test—we help you launch the career.

Ready to Start Your Tech Journey?

The CompTIA A+ 1200 series is the gold standard for breaking into IT. And this version is built to make that leap faster, smarter, and more job-ready than ever.

Explore our A+ Training Today
Live instruction. Real practice. Career support from day one.

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