CompTIA ITF+
CompTIA IT Fundamentals
EXAM CODES FC0-U61
CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) is an introduction to basic IT knowledge and skills that helps you determine whether you have what it takes to work in IT.
HE ONLY CERTIFICATION THAT COVERS ALL IT FUNDAMENTALS
CompTIA ITF+ Guides Your IT Career Choice
See if IT Is Right for You
CompTIA ITF+ is the only pre-career certification that helps learners determine if they have an aptitude and interest in IT.
Get Familiar With Basic IT Knowledge and Skills
CompTIA ITF+ covers all IT fundamentals, creating a broader understanding and a helpful on-ramp to tech career pathways.
Perfect for Students and Career Changers
CompTIA ITF+ provides an IT education foundation for upskilling in secondary, post-secondary and beyond.
CompTIA A+ validates certified professionals have the skills required to support today’s digital world
What Skills Will You Learn?
- IT CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY
Notational systems, computing basics and the value of data and troubleshooting
- INFRASTRUCTURE
Set up and install common peripheral devices to a laptop/PC or secure a basic wireless network
- APPLICATIONS AND SOFTWARE
Applications software, the various components of an operating system and the purpose of methods of application architecture
- SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
Programming language categories, logic and the purpose of programming concepts
- DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS
Database concepts, structures and purpose, as well as methods used to interface
- SECURITY
Confidentiality, integrity and availability concerns of secure devices and best practice methods
ADVICE FOR AN IT PROFESSIONAL
Unlock Your Potential!
“I transitioned through the opportunities that Impact Networking provided. I earned CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) as a service desk analyst and then CompTIA A+ and was promoted to senior service desk analyst.”
CompTIA ITF+ helps professionals decide if a career in IT is right for them or to develop a broader understanding of IT.
I’m CompTIA ITF+ and CompTIA A+ certified. Next, I’m working on CompTIA Network+ and after that I’ll be doing CompTIA Security+ to get the trifecta that will allow me to work on the cybersecurity side.
As the demand for cybersecurity jobs keeps growing, Richards’ strategy to consistently build upon his CompTIA ITF+ certification aligns perfectly with the industry’s needs.
McGovern gained experience and on-the-job skills over the past couple of years, as well as a few CompTIA certifications. He earned CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) in September 2021, CompTIA A+ just three months later and then CompTIA Network+ in April 2022. Each of these certifications equipped him with essential tech skills and helped him reach his goal of getting into cybersecurity.
McGovern believes that CompTIA ITF+, CompTIA A+, and CompTIA Network+ has served him well.
Prove you have the skills to support technology, and start your journey with confidence
Exam Details
| Exam Codes | Exam FC0-U61 |
| Launch Date | September 4, 2018 |
| Exam Details | The CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) exam focuses on the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, software development and database use. |
| Number of Questions | Maximum of 75 questions per exam |
| Type of Questions | Multiple choice |
| Length of Test | 60 Minutes |
| Passing Score | 650 (on a scale of 900) |
| Recommended Experience | No prior experience necessary |
| Languages | English |
| Retirement | Usually three years after launch |
| Testing Provider |
Pearson VUE
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