Climb Hire: Free CompTIA A+ training in California to launch your IT career

California CompTIA A+ training
We offer a fully remote CompTIA A+ certification program that helps low-income California residents start meaningful careers in tech. Our training is open to residents of San Francisco, Alameda, Sonoma, Santa Clara, Marin, Napa, Contra Costa, and San Mateo.
Certification at no cost to you
We’re able to offer our CompTIA A+ training completely for free, thanks to support from government funding and nonprofit partnerships. That means no tuition fees and no hidden costs—and we even cover the full cost of your certification exams.
Built-in career support
Training with Climb Hire includes personalized support throughout your job search, including resume help, interview prep, and much more. Over 80% of Climb Hire graduates land tech jobs within a year of finishing their training.

CompTIA A+ training in California

Train for CompTIA A+, the industry-standard credential for IT professionals, in our six-month program. You’ll prepare for two exams to earn the certificate. These typically cost over $500, but with Climb Hire you’ll sit them for free.

  • Build practical information technology skills to diagnose and fix issues with hardware, software, and cybersecurity.
  • Learn the fundamentals of operating systems, networking, cloud computing, virtualization, and other operational procedures.
  • Engage in real-world projects that provide hands-on IT experience.
  • Earn a second credential—the Google IT Support Professional Certificate—to further boost your resume.
Through live, instructor-led online classes, you’ll get real-time feedback and tailored support to help you master the material and ace the exams. 

Extensive career support

Our CompTIA A+ training goes beyond just technical skills—you’ll also get personalized, hands-on support during your job search:

  • Six months of one-on-one coaching with a career advisor.
  • Help building a polished resume, improving your online presence, and crafting an impactful elevator pitch.
  • Access to exclusive job listings, application tracking tools, and networking opportunities through our Alumni Job Portal.
  • A 12-month LinkedIn Premium membership to expand your network and connect with potential employers.
Our alumni have secured positions, such as technical support specialists and network support technicians, with employers like Google, IBM, and Discord.

Additional support

We know it can be challenging to focus on training while managing work, family, or other responsibilities. That’s why Climb Hire offers extra support to help you stay committed to your goals.

We’ve partnered with SNAP to help ensure food insecurity doesn’t stand in the way of your success—something many Climbers have shared as a major challenge.

We’re also exploring ways to expand our support offerings, including access to childcare resources, internet support, and accommodations for learners who benefit from different learning or testing environments.

Program Prerequisites

To enroll in Climb Hire’s CompTIA A+ training program, you must:

  • Live in Colorado or California
  • Earn $30k or less per year
  • Be between 24 and 40 years old
  • Be legally authorized to work in the US
  • Have a laptop with a working webcam and microphone (or headset)
  • Be able to dedicate 20 hours per week for six months, including live class time and independent work

Our San Francisco address

2261 Market Street STE 10955

San Francisco, CA 94114
Other CompTIA A+ training options in California
Climb Hire is one of several programs offering training toward CompTIA A+ IT certification across California. If our program isn’t quite the right fit for you, here are a few other options worth exploring.
Training directly through CompTIA A+
CompTIA offers A+ training available to learners across California. You can choose a fully self-paced online course, or pay more for additional tools like virtual labs, practice questions, and live instructional support. (The two required certification exams must be purchased separately.)
ONLC Training Centers
ONLC offers CompTIA A+ training courses through instructor-led online classes, self-paced courses, and in-person options in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange, Irvine, Riverside, and San Diego. Most classes are capped at 12 students for a more personalized learning experience.
CITE CompTIA A+ Bootcamp
Offered by California IT in Education (CITE), this CompTIA A+ training bootcamp includes live, instructor-led training and exam prep via Zoom. The cost is $900 for CITE members and $1,200 for non-members.
PerScholas
PerScholas offers free IT Support training open to Los Angeles County residents. The course fully prepares you to become CompTIA A+ certified. Training is full-time, Monday–Friday, for 13–15 weeks. It incorporates both remote and in-person learning, plus job placement support with a local career coach.
Colleges and universities offering CompTIA A+ training in California
Several California colleges and universities offer standalone CompTIA A+ training programs that are separate from their degree pathways. 
San Jose State University
​​SJSU offers a self-paced CompTIA A+ certification training program for $2,095, which includes the cost of both certification exams. You’ll have up to six months to finish the course. While the content is self-guided, instructors are available to provide support.
Loyola Marymount University
Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles offers a fully online, self-paced CompTIA A+ training course. Expert instructor support and guidance are provided to prepare you for the CompTIA A+ certification exams and help you successfully launch your career in the IT industry. Tuition for the course is $2,395. 
California State University, San Bernardino
CSUSB provides an online training program toward CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+ certifications. This combined course costs $3,995 and provides foundational and advanced technical skills in hardware, software, troubleshooting, network security, and more. Throughout the 12-month course, IT professional instructors are available to support and guide you.
Irvine Valley College
This online, self-paced CompTIA A+ course through IVC gives you up to six months to complete and includes support from instructors throughout your learning. It costs $2,095 and also covers the certification exam voucher fees.
California State University - Fullerton
CSU Fullerton offers an online, self-paced CompTIA A+ training program for $2,095. The cost of both certification exam fees is included. You have up to six months to complete the program, with ongoing access to expert instructors for guidance and support as you study.
San Diego State University
SDSU offers a 12-month, fully online, self-paced CompTIA training program covering A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications, preparing you for roles like technical support specialist, network administrator, or desktop support technician. The course costs $4,355 and includes expert instructor guidance to support your learning.