7.3 Million
10 year Job Growth
$32,000
Avg. Starting Salary1
Issuing Authority
Issuing Authority Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
With more than 2,000 members, 3,000 academic and training partners and tens of thousands of registered users spanning the entire information communications and technology (ICT) industry, CompTIA has become a leading voice for the technology ecosystem.
CompTIA Network+ Certification Detail
Selecting the Right Training Option Program Comparisons
MedCerts training programs are some of the most competitively price ways to start a new career.
| MedCerts | Community College | Online College | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 | $3,000 average |
| Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 | Up to $750 |
| Job Ready In | 3–6 months | 24–48 months | 3–6 months |
| Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule | On-demand 24/7 |
| Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms | None: 100% online |
| Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call, and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours | Support inbox |
| Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit hour requirements | Exam-specific only |
| Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures | Varies: typically videos and presentations |
This table is provided for reference only. Actual pricing may vary or change without notice. Pricing is based on an estimated full-cost tuition with fees for a Medical Assistant program or similar program before financial aid or other assistance. Data sampled from MedCerts, Oakland Community College, and Kaplan University.
CompTIA Network+ Certification Skills Gained
Manage and troubleshoot a basic network infrastructure, using common ports and networking protocols- Understand and apply networking technologies and basic network design principles
- Install, configure and differentiate between common network devices
- Install and manage wired and wireless networks, adhering to standards and using modern testing tools
- Identify and troubleshoot performance and connectivity issues
- Set up controls and security for user accounts and support security on networks
- Identify and explain common networking protocols, troubleshoot performance and connectivity issues
CompTIA Network+ Career PathwaysAttainable Jobs
highest Paying
Network Technician
Network technicians are responsible for designing and installing computer networks, connections and cabling, testing and configuring software and maintaining and repairing hardware devices.
$30000
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$67000
Estimated Salary1
highest Paying
IT Cable Installer
Cable technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing residential and business cable and internet services.
$34000
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$75000
Estimated Salary1
highest Paying
Help Desk Technician
Provides technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software and hardware; Installs, modifies, and repairs computer hardware and software
$31000
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$62000
Estimated Salary1
1All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.