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CompTIA Network+

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Course Overview

CompTIA Network+ is the premier certification for validating your knowledge of essential networking tools and concepts. You will be assessed on your abilities in network connectivity, documentation, service configuration, data centers, cloud, virtual networking, monitoring, troubleshooting, and security hardening. This certification prepares you for jobs in technical support, network operations, and system administration.

Key Features Of Network+ Certification

  • Globally recognized certification in IT networking.
  • Validates foundational knowledge in networking essentials.
  • Vendor-neutral coverage of a broad range of networking technologies.
  • Opens doors to various career opportunities in network administration and cybersecurity.
  • Serves as a prerequisite for advanced certifications like CompTIA Security+ and Cisco CCNA.
  • Emphasizes hands-on skills in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting networks.
  • Renewal options are available to maintain certification validity.
  • Regularly updated exam content to reflect industry trends and technologies.

Skills Learned

  • Deploy wired and wireless devices, covering IP addressing, ports, protocols, and network architecture for network deployment.
  • Understand documentation, life-cycle, change, and configuration management processes and procedures.
  • Grasp virtualization, cloud service models, elasticity, and scalability to apply cloud concepts.
  • Monitor networks for high availability and resolve connectivity issues to maintain network performance.
  • Establish secure networks and mitigate vulnerabilities to strengthen security.
  • Diagnose and resolve network issues using appropriate tools for effective troubleshooting.

Exam Details

  • Exam version: V9
  • Exam series code: N10-009
  • Launch date: June 20, 2024
  • Number of questions: maximum of 90, a mix of multiple-choice and performance-based questions
  • Retirement: usually three years after launch (estimated 2027)
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Passing score: 720 (on a scale of 100-900)
  • Languages: English, German, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish
  • Recommended experience: CompTIA A+ certification, with 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience in a junior network administrator or network support technician role
  • NICE and DoD 8140 work roles: technical support specialist, network operations specialist, and system administrator

Career Path

Flexible Training Options to
Meet Your Needs

We understand that flexibility is key to effective learning and development, especially in today’s dynamic work environment. That’s why we offer multiple delivery formats for our trainings in UAE. Whether you prefer the interaction of in-person classes, the convenience of live virtual training, or the independence of self-paced online learning, we have a solution tailored to your schedule. Our goal is to make professional growth accessible to everyone, allowing you to upskill without compromising your other commitments.

Target Audiance

  • Aspiring Network Professionals
  • IT Technicians
  • System Administrators
  • Technical Enthusiasts
  • Small Business Owners
  • Helpdesk Support Staff
  • Network Security Analysts

CompTIA Network+ Course in the United Arab Emirates

The CompTIA Network+ course offered by CounselTrain in the United Arab Emirates is essential for individuals aiming to excel in the dynamic field of IT networking. In the UAE, as in the rest of the world, networking plays a crucial role in various industries, from telecommunications to finance, healthcare, and beyond. With the increasing demand for skilled network professionals, obtaining CompTIA Network+ certification becomes paramount. This course equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques, ensuring they are well-prepared to address the evolving needs of modern networking environments.

Schedule Dates

17 November 2025 - 21 November 2025
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23 February 2026 - 27 February 2026
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25 May 2026 - 29 May 2026
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31 August 2026 - 04 September 2026
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Course Content

  • OSI model layers: physical, data link, network, transport, session, presentation, application.
  • Networking appliances: routers, switches, firewalls, IDS/IPS, load balancers, proxies, NAS, SAN, and wireless devices.
  • Cloud concepts: NFV, VPC, network security groups, cloud gateways, deployment models (public, private, hybrid), service models (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS).
  • Ports and protocols: FTP, SFTP, SSH, Telnet, SMTP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP, LDAP, RDP, SIP.
  • Traffic types: unicast, multicast, anycast, broadcast.
  • Transmission media: wireless (802.11, cellular, satellite), wired (fiber, coaxial, DAC).
  • Transceivers and connectors: SC, LC, ST, MPO, RJ11, RJ45, F-type, BNC.
  • Network topologies: mesh, hybrid, star/hub and spoke, spine and leaf, point-to-point, three-tier, and collapsed core.
  • IPv4 addressing: public vs. private, APIPA, RFC1918, loopback, subnetting (VLSM, CIDR), and address classes (A, B, C, D, E).

  • Routing technologies: static and dynamic routing (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF), route selection, NAT, PAT, FHRP, VIP, and subinterfaces.
  • Switching technologies: VLANs, interface configuration, spanning tree, MTU, and jumbo frames.
  • Wireless devices: channels, frequency options, SSID, network types, encryption, guest networks, authentication, antennas, and access points.
  • Physical installations: installation implications, power considerations, and environmental factors.

  • Logical security: encryption (data in transit/rest), PKI, IAM, MFA, SSO, RADIUS, LDAP, SAML, TACACS+, time-based authentication, authorization, least privilege, role-based access control, and geofencing.
  • Physical security: cameras and locks.
  • Deception technologies: honeypot and honeynet.
  • Security terminology: risk, vulnerability, exploit, threat, and CIA triad.
  • Audits and compliance: data locality, PCI DSS, and GDPR.
  • Network segmentation: IoT, IIoT, SCADA, ICS, OT, guest, and BYOD.
  • Types of attacks: DoS/DDoS, VLAN hopping, MAC flooding, ARP poisoning/spoofing, DNS poisoning/spoofing, rogue devices/services, evil twin, on-path attack, and social engineering (phishing, dumpster diving, shoulder surfing, tailgating).
  • Security features and defense: device hardening, NAC, key management, ACL, URL/content filtering, trusted vs. untrusted zones, and screened subnet.

  • Logical security: encryption (data in transit/rest), PKI, IAM, MFA, SSO, RADIUS, LDAP, SAML, TACACS+, time-based authentication, authorization, least privilege, role-based access control, and geofencing.
  • Physical security: cameras and locks.
  • Deception technologies: honeypot and honeynet.
  • Security terminology: risk, vulnerability, exploit, threat, and CIA triad.
  • Audits and compliance: data locality, PCI DSS, and GDPR.
  • Network segmentation: IoT, IIoT, SCADA, ICS, OT, guest, and BYOD.
  • Types of attacks: DoS/DDoS, VLAN hopping, MAC flooding, ARP poisoning/spoofing, DNS poisoning/spoofing, rogue devices/services, evil twin, on-path attack, and social engineering (phishing, dumpster diving, shoulder surfing, tailgating).
  • Security features and defense: device hardening, NAC, key management, ACL, URL/content filtering, trusted vs. untrusted zones, and screened subnet.

  • Troubleshooting methodology: identifying the problem, establishing a theory, testing, planning, and implementing a solution, verifying functionality, and documenting findings.
  • Cabling and physical interface issues: cable issues (incorrect type, signal degradation, improper termination, TX/RX transposed), interface issues (increasing counters, port status), and hardware issues (PoE, transceiver mismatch, signal strength).
  • Network services issues: switching issues (STP, VLAN assignment, ACLs), routing issues (routing table and default routes), address pool exhaustion, and incorrect gateway/IP/subnet mask.
  • Performance issues: congestion, latency, packet loss, and wireless interference.
  • Tools and protocols: protocol analyzers, command line tools, cable testers, and Wi-Fi analyzers.

FAQs

CompTIA Network+ is a globally recognized certification that validates your essential networking skills, including architecture, operations, security, and troubleshooting. Its vendor-neutral approach makes it versatile for your network environment.

A passing score of 720 out of 900 is required to pass the CompTIA Network+ exam.

Network+ is vendor-neutral, making it ideal for working with diverse systems, and it covers a broad range of skills beyond vendor-specific products. You’ll learn about IoT, appliances, and general security concepts. Training for this certification includes a network simulation tool to enhance your learning and provide hands-on practice opportunities.

With Network+, you gain the foundational networking skills to securely deploy, establish, and troubleshoot network connectivity. It prepares you for careers in system administration, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. 

Yes, Network+ is respected globally by tech hiring managers and provides value as you pursue networking roles in various industries and countries.

We update Network+ regularly to align with current industry demands, ensuring it stays relevant to your job roles. The latest update focuses on the hands-on skills you need to manage and troubleshoot modern network environments, ensuring its relevance for your job roles.

If you have the recommended experience—CompTIA A+ and 9-12 months in the IT networking field—you can jump straight into Network+ training. Preparation options include CompTIA CertMaster Learn for self-paced study, CertMaster Labs for hands-on experience, CertMaster Perform, which combines self-paced study with hands-on experience, CertMaster Practice for assessment readiness, and the Complete Bundle, which provides a flexible, guided learning experience with all of our learning products. If you have no prior experience, we recommend starting with a+ Network to build the foundational knowledge needed to confidently begin Network+ training.

If you don’t pass on the first attempt, you have the option to retake the exam right away.  You must wait 14 days before making a third attempt. Visit the website to see the most up-to-date retake policy.