This 178.5-hour program focuses on the CompTIA A+, a professional certification that validates core skills and abilities in areas such as cybersecurity; data backup, recovery and storage; device configuration; networking; operating systems; technical support; and troubleshooting. Education is delivered over 17 weeks, infusing weekly online labs, assessments, live tutoring sessions and instructor-led workshops. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are prepared to complete the CompTIA A+ certification exam. This course is offered at no cost to eligible grant participants and free to those who qualify. Contact rapidIT@mccneb.edu for more information on course offerings or to apply for funding.