Computer and Network Administration
CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA Linux+ is for the IT pro who will use Linux to manage everything from cars and smartphones to servers and supercomputers, as a vast number of enterprises use Linux in cloud, cybersecurity, mobile and web administration applications.
Linux+ validates the competencies required of an early career system administrator supporting Linux systems. Linux+ is the only job-focused Linux certification covering the latest foundational skills demanded by hiring managers.
This course prepares students for the CompTIA Linux+ Exam, and includes an exam voucher.
About The Exam
CompTIA Linux+ validates the skills of IT professionals with hands-on experience configuring, monitoring, and supporting servers running the Linux operating system. The new exam has an increased focus on the following topics: security, kernel modules, storage & visualization, device management at an enterprise level, git & automation, networking & firewalls, server side & command line, server (vs. client-based) coverage, troubleshooting and SELinux.
Credentialing Assistance Information
| Course Cost | $2,926 |
| Exam Cost | $369 |
Prerequisites
Recommended experience: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and 12 months of Linux admin experience.
This course includes:
- 5 Full Days of Instructor Led CompTIA Authorized Training
- CertMaster Learn (12 month access)
- CertMaster Labs (12 month access)
- CertMaster Practice (12 month access)
- CompTIA Authorized Linux+ eBook (Unlimited Access)
- Linux+ Instructor Slides
- Office hours with certified CompTIA Instructors
- Detailed Reporting on Course Progress and Exam Readiness
- 1 Exam Voucher (Valid for 12 months)
- Free Repeat for 12 months
- Certificate of Completion for up to 40 CEUs/CPEs
- Is there funding available? This course is eligible for funding through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
- Is there a discount available for current students? UMBC students and alumni, as well as students who have previously taken a public training course with UMBC Training Centers are eligible for a 10% discount, capped at $250. Please provide a copy of your UMBC student ID or an unofficial transcript or the name of the UMBC Training Centers course you have completed. Asynchronous courses are excluded from this offer.
- What is the cancellation and refund policy?Student will receive a refund of paid registration fees only if UMBC Training Centers receives a notice of cancellation at least 10 business days prior to the class start date for classes or the exam date for exams.
- What is Live Online training?Classes marked Live Online have the same content and expert instructors as our classroom training, but are delivered entirely online through our virtual classroom environment. Each class session is live, and led by an Instructor.