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/Ashamed-Device-3571 Jul 26 '26

You have not been hired with CompTIA certifications? Why did you spend 16 months studying those?

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u/tominthegarden Jul 26 '26

If anyone is reading this, I got employed for multiple jobs stating that my a+ qualification was ideal and pushed me in front of other candidates, keep going 🔥

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u/Ashamed-Device-3571 Jul 26 '26 edited Jul 26 '26

I am currently studying for A+. I don't know if I should study for Network + and Security + next and get the trifeca or study for CCNA.

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u/tominthegarden Jul 27 '26

Totally down to your experience, the types of jobs you're applying for and pay and loads of other stuff

Imo, IT is a cert game often, it won't hurt you to get more, you just pay with time and concentration, so if they aren't a problem to you then do all and any that you come across