Tech+ — Exam Logistics

This page summarizes the CompTIA exam process. Confirm all details directly with your facilitator and the CTE office. All details sourced from https://www.comptia.org/certifications at build time. Exam requirements may change — verify before scheduling.

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Exam overview

• Exam: Tech+
• Length: 45 questions, 60 minutes
• Passing score: see CompTIA's current exam page
• Format: Multiple-choice

What to bring

• Two forms of valid ID (one must be government-issued with a photo and signature)
• Your testing appointment confirmation
• No personal items are allowed in the testing area

Testing options

• Testing center: Pearson VUE testing centers — find locations at home.pearsonvue.com/comptia
• Online proctored: Available through Pearson VUE OnVUE — requires a compatible computer, webcam, and quiet private space

Voucher path (CTE office)

Exam vouchers may be available through the PGCC Career and Technical Education office. Contact your facilitator or the CTE office (Keith Brice) to confirm voucher availability, eligibility, and the scheduling process. Voucher availability is subject to funding — never promised.

Retake policy

• After a failed attempt, you must wait at least 24 hours before a second attempt
• After a second failed attempt, you must wait at least 14 days before each subsequent attempt
• CompTIA retake policy is subject to change — verify at https://www.comptia.org/certifications

Exam-ready checklist (on this platform)

• All lesson gates open
• Practice Exam A ≥ 85%
• Practice Exam B ≥ 85%
• Mock exam ≥ 85%
• No objective below 70% on the mock exam breakdown

Check my exam readiness

504/IEP accommodations: contact your testing coordinator. Canvas is the official academic record. All dates are subject to confirmation with Mr. Buma and Mr. James. Maryland Blueprint CTE alignment: this track prepares for industry-recognized credentials as defined in the Blueprint for Maryland's Future.

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