A+
CERTIFICATION
Plus Series
CompTIA A+
Certification Exam
Objectives
EXAM NUMBER: CORE 2 (220-1202)
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0
Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.
,About the Exam
Candidates are encouraged to use this document to help prepare for the CompTIA A+ 220-1202 certification
exam. In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2
(220-1202). The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) certification exams will verify the
successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:
• Install, configure, and maintain computer equipment, mobile devices, and software for end users.
• Service components based on customer requirements.
• Understand networking basics and apply basic cybersecurity methods to mitigate threats.
• Properly and safely diagnose, resolve, and document common hardware and software issues.
• Apply troubleshooting skills and provide customer support using appropriate communication skills.
• Understand the basics of scripting, cloud technologies, virtualization, and multi-OS deployments in corporate
environments.
EXAM ACCREDITATION
The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) exams are accredited by ANSI to show compliance
with the ISO 17024 standard and, as such, undergo regular reviews and updates to the exam objectives.
EXAM DEVELOPMENT
CompTIA exams result from subject matter expert workshops and industry-wide survey results regarding the
skills and knowledge required of an IT professional.
COMPTIA AUTHORIZED MATERIALS USE POLICY
CompTIA Certifications, LLC is not affiliated with and does not authorize, endorse, or condone utilizing any
content provided by unauthorized third-party training sites (aka “brain dumps”). Individuals who utilize such materials
in preparation for any CompTIA examination will have their certifications revoked and be suspended
from future testing in accordance with the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. In an effort to more clearly communicate
CompTIA’s exam policies on use of unauthorized study materials, CompTIA directs all certification candidates to
the CompTIA Certification Exam Policies. Please review all CompTIA policies before beginning the study process
for any CompTIA exam. Candidates will be required to abide by the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. If a candidate
has a question as to whether study materials are considered unauthorized (aka “brain dumps”), they should contact
CompTIA at to confirm.
PLEASE NOTE
The lists of examples provided in bulleted format are not exhaustive lists. Other examples of technologies, processes,
or tasks pertaining to each objective may also be included on the exam, although not listed or covered in this
objectives document. CompTIA is constantly reviewing the content of our exams and updating test questions to be
sure our exams are current, and the security of the questions is protected. When necessary, we will publish updated
exams based on existing exam objectives. Please know that all related exam preparation materials will still be valid.
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0
Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.
, TEST DETAILS
Required exam A+ Core 2 (220-1202)
Number of questions Maximum of 90
Types of questions Multiple-choice and performance-based
Length of test 90 minutes
Recommended experience 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist job role
Passing Score 700 (on a scale of 100–900)
EXAM OBJECTIVES (DOMAINS)
The table below lists the domains measured by this examination and the extent to which they are represented.
DOMAIN PERCENTAGE OF EXAMINATION
1.0 Operating Systems 28%
2.0 Security 28%
3.0 Software Troubleshooting 23%
4.0 Operational Procedures 21%
Total 100%
NOTE ON WINDOWS 11
Versions of Microsoft® Windows® that are not end of Mainstream Support (as determined by
Microsoft), up to and including Windows 11, are intended content areas of the certification. As such,
objectives in which a specific version of Microsoft Windows is not indicated in the main objective
title can include content related to Windows 10 and Windows 11, as it relates to the job role.
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0
Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.
CERTIFICATION
Plus Series
CompTIA A+
Certification Exam
Objectives
EXAM NUMBER: CORE 2 (220-1202)
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0
Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.
,About the Exam
Candidates are encouraged to use this document to help prepare for the CompTIA A+ 220-1202 certification
exam. In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2
(220-1202). The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) certification exams will verify the
successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:
• Install, configure, and maintain computer equipment, mobile devices, and software for end users.
• Service components based on customer requirements.
• Understand networking basics and apply basic cybersecurity methods to mitigate threats.
• Properly and safely diagnose, resolve, and document common hardware and software issues.
• Apply troubleshooting skills and provide customer support using appropriate communication skills.
• Understand the basics of scripting, cloud technologies, virtualization, and multi-OS deployments in corporate
environments.
EXAM ACCREDITATION
The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) exams are accredited by ANSI to show compliance
with the ISO 17024 standard and, as such, undergo regular reviews and updates to the exam objectives.
EXAM DEVELOPMENT
CompTIA exams result from subject matter expert workshops and industry-wide survey results regarding the
skills and knowledge required of an IT professional.
COMPTIA AUTHORIZED MATERIALS USE POLICY
CompTIA Certifications, LLC is not affiliated with and does not authorize, endorse, or condone utilizing any
content provided by unauthorized third-party training sites (aka “brain dumps”). Individuals who utilize such materials
in preparation for any CompTIA examination will have their certifications revoked and be suspended
from future testing in accordance with the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. In an effort to more clearly communicate
CompTIA’s exam policies on use of unauthorized study materials, CompTIA directs all certification candidates to
the CompTIA Certification Exam Policies. Please review all CompTIA policies before beginning the study process
for any CompTIA exam. Candidates will be required to abide by the CompTIA Candidate Agreement. If a candidate
has a question as to whether study materials are considered unauthorized (aka “brain dumps”), they should contact
CompTIA at to confirm.
PLEASE NOTE
The lists of examples provided in bulleted format are not exhaustive lists. Other examples of technologies, processes,
or tasks pertaining to each objective may also be included on the exam, although not listed or covered in this
objectives document. CompTIA is constantly reviewing the content of our exams and updating test questions to be
sure our exams are current, and the security of the questions is protected. When necessary, we will publish updated
exams based on existing exam objectives. Please know that all related exam preparation materials will still be valid.
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0
Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.
, TEST DETAILS
Required exam A+ Core 2 (220-1202)
Number of questions Maximum of 90
Types of questions Multiple-choice and performance-based
Length of test 90 minutes
Recommended experience 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist job role
Passing Score 700 (on a scale of 100–900)
EXAM OBJECTIVES (DOMAINS)
The table below lists the domains measured by this examination and the extent to which they are represented.
DOMAIN PERCENTAGE OF EXAMINATION
1.0 Operating Systems 28%
2.0 Security 28%
3.0 Software Troubleshooting 23%
4.0 Operational Procedures 21%
Total 100%
NOTE ON WINDOWS 11
Versions of Microsoft® Windows® that are not end of Mainstream Support (as determined by
Microsoft), up to and including Windows 11, are intended content areas of the certification. As such,
objectives in which a specific version of Microsoft Windows is not indicated in the main objective
title can include content related to Windows 10 and Windows 11, as it relates to the job role.
CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam: Exam Objectives Version 2.0
Copyright © 2024 CompTIA, Inc. All rights reserved.
