CompTIA Security+

Course fee

Cost: R3 657.50

Deposit: R914.38

Monthly instalment: R914.38 x 3

Study duration: We recommend a total of 30 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 1 month.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

About the course

Course code: C01077

This course is intended for:

Candidates who wish to establish a career in IT support, networking, or cybersecurity. CompTIA Security+ is a core certification and regarded as a steppingstone to more specialised IT positions. It also forms part of the CompTIA Career Pathways for both Infrastructure or Cybersecurity.

You will learn the following skills:

• General Security Concepts: Includes key cybersecurity terminology and concepts up front to provide a foundation for security controls discussed throughout the exam.
• Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations: Focuses on responding to common threats, cyberattacks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents and appropriate mitigation techniques to monitor and secure hybrid environments.
• Security Architecture: Includes security implications of different architecture models, principles of securing enterprise infrastructure, and strategies to protect data.
• Security Operations: Includes applying and enhancing security and vulnerability management techniques, as well as security implications of proper hardware, software, and data management.
• Security Program Management & Oversight: Updated to better reflect the reporting and communication skills required for Security+ job roles relating to governance, risk management, compliance, assessment, and security awareness.

Possible career options include:

• Cloud Penetration Tester
• Network Security Operations
• Penetration Tester
• Network Security Analyst
• Web App Penetration Tester
• Security Architect

Modules and topics covered:

CompTIA Security+ SY0-701

• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Goals & Controls
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Fundamental Security Concepts
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Practical Cryptography
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Threat Actors & Vectors
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Survey of Malicious Activities
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Mitigation Techniques
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Architecture & Infrastructure Concepts
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Enterprise Infrastructure Security Principles
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Data Protection Concepts & Strategies
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Resilience & Recovery
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Computing Resources Security Techniques
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Vulnerability Management
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Monitoring & Alerting
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Enterprise Security Capabilities
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Identity and Access Management
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Automation, Orchestration, & Incident Response
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Effective Security Governance
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Risk Management
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Compliance & Third-Party Risk
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Audits, Assessments, & Awareness

Admission requirements

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but it is recommended that candidates have CompTIA Network+ certification and two years of experience in IT with a security focus.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Beginner.

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: CompTIA

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

• Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
• At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
• Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

Exam information:

• External industry exam: CompTIA Security+ SY0-701
• Exam format: A combination of multiple choice and performance-based questions.
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Number of questions: Maximum of 90
• Passing score: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
• Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
• Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

Certification overview:

What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. College SA also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, mentoring and practical simulations/virtual labs. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.