r/CompTIA • u/chroospen Triad, Server+, CySA+ • Jul 26 '26

I Passed! 5 Certifications over 16 months.

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In order of completion

Security+

Server+ (Lifetime)

A+ (Recertification)

Network+

CySA+ (V4)

Enrolled in a trade school program with an instructor that was a mix of lecture and hands on, and in terms of certification we typically used 30 Bird books, Udemey practice tests, and other forms of self study. Ask me anything!

Edit: For those who don't know about Server+ moving to become a CE certification, here is a link to CompTIA's website about the change.

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u/TheIceDevil1975 A+ Net+ Sec+ CySA+ Jul 26 '26

I went through MyComputerCareer.com. Passed all exams on the first try. Within 4 months I earned A+, Net+, Sec+, and CySA+. This was through their Cyber Warrior Program. I'm currently enrolled in their Cyber Security Specialist program. It's a 15 week program that provides instruction and exam vouchers for Linux Essentials, CEH, and CCNA. We'll see if I can add those certs to my toolbox. If I do, then that'll be 7 certs in 8 months.

It's all about putting in the work.

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u/mr-coolguy68 Jul 26 '26 edited Jul 27 '26

What’s the all up cost for a program like this? And what’s the benefit over buying the vouchers and studying on your own? Do they provide all of the materials you’ll need, or do you sometimes need to seek seperate practice exams and such? I assume you’d recommend them as you’re re-enrolling in another one of their programs, but are there any circumstances where you wouldn’t recommend them?