CompTIA Strata certification | 2-day course

Overview

Firebrand Training CompTIA Authorized Partner

Firebrand Training is an Authorized Partner of CompTIA. This means that you are guaranteed the highest level of instructor and course material, all of which is officially approved by CompTIA.

"Without a doubt the best training experience I ever had." Suleyman Kandanli (Firebrand CompTIA certified)

"Excellent environment, excellent training. I would recommend Firebrand Training to anyone who is interested in any IT training." Mark Bowyer (Firebrand CompTIA certified)

During the week, you’ll take exams on-site for the following accreditations:

Fundamentals of PC Functionality
Fundamentals of Technology

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Four reasons why you should sit your Strata course with Firebrand Training

You'll be Strata trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 2-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your Strata course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass Strata first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
Study Strata with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134.561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

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Curriculum

Our accelerated CompTIA Strata course is the most effective, efficient way to get certified.

We’ve designed our curriculum to prepare you for 2 CompTIA exams sat during the program.

You’ll cover the following content:

CompTIA Strata - Fundamentals of PC Functionality

1.0 Technology
1.1 Identify basic IT vocabulary.
1.2 Identify the risks associated with upgrading the following technologies and equipment.
1.3 Demonstrate the ability to set up a basic PC workstation
2.0 Software Installation and Functions
2.1 Conduct basic software installation, removal and/or upgrading.
2.2 Identify issues related to folder and file management
2.3 Explain the function and purpose of software tools
3.0 Security
3.1 Recognize basic security risks and procedures to prevent them.
3.2 Recognize security breaches and ways to resolve them.
3.3 Recognize IT related laws and guidelines

CompTIA Strata - Fundamentals of Technology

1.0 Computer Hardware
1.1 Demonstrate the proper use of the following devices:
1.2 Explain the characteristics and functions of internal and external storage devices
1.3 Explain the characteristics and functions of peripheral devices
1.4 Explain the characteristics and functions of core input devices
2.0 Compatibility Issues and Common Errors
2.1 Identify basic compatibility issues between:
2.2 Recognize common operational problems caused by hardware
2.3 Demonstrate the ability to minimize risks
3.0 Health, Safety and Preventative Maintenance
3.1 Recognize safety hazards and identify corresponding guidelines
3.2 Identify preventative maintenance products, procedures, and how to use them

Exam Track

We’ll prepare you for, and test you in the following 2 exams required for Strata:

Fundamentals of PC Functionality (Exam: FC0-U11)
Fundamentals of Technology (Exam: FC0-U21)

Both exams last 1 hour each, consist of 35 questions, and have a passing score of 70%

What's Included

Included:

CompTIA Strata Study Guide ISBN 978-0470977422

With Firebrand, you benefit from top-quality education in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so you can focus solely on your studies and certification goals.

You’ll get a robust set of course materials that cater to each of our three key individual learning styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful learning experience.

Our Certificate Programs include*

Daily lectures, exercises, and review sessions
Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)^TM Delivery
Comprehensive study materials and courseware - we adapt official curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners
Self-testing software and/or mock exam papers
Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
Exam vouchers
On site testing
Accommodation, all meals, drinks and snacks
Our Certificate Guarantee - because we're sure you'll pass first time, if don’t pass your exams, come back to the course within a year and you only pay for accommodation and exam vouchers - everything else is free

* Please note:

Our ISC(2) Cissp CBK Review program differs from normal course delivery. For more details, please give us a call..
Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
On site testing is not included in our Scrum, ISACA or PMI certifications

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodation and vendor exam fees.

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Students that are successful in the CompTIA Strata training course really only need to be passionate about learning technology.

Are you ready to get certified in record time?

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

If you have any doubts as to whether you meet the pre-requisites please call (0)8 44 68 27 85 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants, who can help you with a training plan.

Reviews

We've currently trained 134.561 students in 12 years. We asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently,
96,41% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations:

"Had a great time meeting and networking with other people. A great teacher."
Pritpal Hundel, Computacenter. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 11/1/2024 (Thursday))

"Our instructor was very knowledgeable and delivered the online course well. The labs are great for getting hands-on experience."
Anonymous. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 11/1/2024 (Thursday))

"Instructor has plenty of anecdotes that help drive home a lot of the points and commit them to memory, also better place them to real world scenarios."
BH, Dudley Building Society. (18/12/2023 (Monday) to 21/12/2023 (Thursday))

"My instructor really helped me to understand the topic we were learning. He was very knowledgeable and broke it down with simple examples to help reinforce the message."
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"WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND FIREBRAND AS A TRAINING PROVIDER!"
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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	20/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	25/6/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	6/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	17/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	29/10/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	10/12/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

CompTIA - Strata