TOTAL: CompTIA Security+ Certification Course + Exam SY0-701
Ace the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam! This course, featuring Mike Meyers, Dan Lachance & Lyndon Williams, provides comprehensive training to help you pass.
Course Content
TOTAL: CompTIA Security+ Certification Course + Exam SY0-701 is an all-levels Udemy course taught by Total Seminars Over 1 Million Enrollments. It runs 20h 18m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.6 out of 5 from 36,985 reviews, with 142,293 students enrolled. It is a paid course, last updated May 2025.
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Certification Training: Master Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam with our comprehensive video course, updated for the latest objectives released in November 2023. This course is designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals and those seeking an entry-level role in the field.
What You'll Learn: Essential Cybersecurity Skills
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to:
- Apply the Three A's of Security: Master authentication, authorization, and accounting principles.
- Network Security: Scan and assess wired and wireless networks for vulnerabilities.
- Cryptography: Utilize cryptography for data integrity through hashing and confidentiality using symmetric/asymmetric cryptosystems and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
- Risk Management: Understand and implement risk management concepts, including alert setup, incident response, and vulnerability mitigation.
- Threat Detection & Prevention: Identify common hacking techniques targeting networks, IT infrastructure, and physical assets. Learn how to prevent breaches from malware to social engineering.
- Secure Enterprise Environments: Develop incident response reports and disaster recovery plans, establishing robust business continuity.
Why Choose This CompTIA Security+ Course?
Total Seminars is a trusted name in IT training, boasting over 60 years of combined experience from our subject matter experts:
- Mike Meyers: The "Alpha Geek" and #1 CompTIA author, with over a million books in print.
- Dan Lachance: An IT evangelist, consultant, trainer, and author with 20+ years of experience in IT security.
- Lyndon Williams: A dedicated instructor and CISO, applying real-world knowledge to cybersecurity education.
This course is industry-standard, compliant with ISO 17024 standards, ANSI accredited, and approved by the U.S. Department of Defense. A CompTIA Security+ certification is highly valued by employers, with 96% of HR managers using IT certifications during recruitment.
Course Content Breakdown:
The course comprehensively covers all CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) objective domains:
- General Security Concepts: 12%
- Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations: 22%
- Security Architecture: 18%
- Security Operations: 28%
- Security Program Management and Oversight: 20%
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Exam Information:
- Exam Code: SY0-701
- Format: 90 multiple-choice and performance-based questions
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Passing Score: 750 (scale of 100-900)
- Exam Voucher Cost: $392 USD (Check Total Seminars for discounts!)
- Recommended Experience: CompTIA Network+ and 2 years in a security/systems administrator role.
- Testing Provider: Pearson VUE (in-person and at-home options available)
How to Take the CompTIA Security+ Exam:
- Purchase an Exam Voucher: Get discounted vouchers on the Total Seminars website.
- Schedule Your Exam: Visit the Pearson VUE website: pearsonvue.com
- Choose Your Testing Method:
- Testing Center: Schedule through Pearson VUE.
- At-Home Exam: Schedule through OnVue: onvue.com
Career Opportunities with a CompTIA Security+ Certification:
A CompTIA Security+ certification opens doors to a variety of rewarding careers, including:
- Security or Systems Administrator
- Security Engineer/Analyst
- IT Security Auditor
- IT Project Manager
- Beginner Cybersecurity Specialist
- Junior IT Auditor
- Junior Penetration Tester
Start your journey to a successful career in cybersecurity today!
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