TestOut PC Pro Certification

Many IT professionals begin their careers in IT support-related positions. The main purpose of the TestOut PC Pro certification is to verify necessary skills to work as an IT support professional. In an IT support job, you’ll be asked to install, repair, configure, secure, and manage computer hardware, operating systems, and software in home or corporate environments. These are the most basic and foundational skills required of all IT professionals. Additionally, communication, listening and analysis skills are essentials for interacting with customers.

Minimum education requirement: High School or 2-year degree
Experience Requirement: No previous experience required. This certification will prepare you for your first IT job.

Common Job Roles

Common job roles associated with computer support-related jobs include:

Desktop Support Specialist IT Support Specialist

Help Desk Technician Computer Support Specialist

Typical Salary Range

$36,000 → $50,000

*Based on data found in PayScale.com

Exam Specifications

Exam Version: 6.0
Release Date: January 2, 2019
Question Count: Up to 14 questions
Task Count: Up to 50 tasks
Time Limit: 120 minutes
Score Range: 200 - 2,000
Passing Score: 1,420

Show Old Exam Specs

Exam Version: 4.0
Release Date: May 23, 2016
Question Count: Up to 14 questions
Task Count: Up to 50 tasks
Time Limit: 120 minutes
Score Range: 200 - 2,000
Passing Score: 1,360

Skills Assessed

The TestOut PC Pro Certification exam measures an examinee's ability to install, repair, configure, secure, and manage the following systems and devices:

Computer Operating Systems
PC Hardware
PC Software
Basic Networking Devices and Printers
Mobile Devices

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Associated Courseware

TestOut PC Pro

Notes:

The TestOut PC Pro certification is included in the cost of TestOut's PC Pro courseware.
The TestOut PC Pro exam is comprised of simulations and other questions intended to measure skills.
Examinees may encounter a small number of unscored tasks that are used to evaluate and improve the exam. These tasks will not impact an examinees’ final score.
The TestOut PC Pro certification exam is a culminating exam that instructors may offer students. To pass the exam, students should complete an entire course of study for PC hardware and software.
Students who take and pass the exam can download a digital certificate.
Upon passing, certificates and wallet cards can be ordered from the LabSim home page for a minimal fee.
If you have any questions regarding the TestOut PC Pro certification, please contact your TestOut sales representative at 1-800-877-4889 or email ProCertifications@testout.com.
If you would like to evaluate or retake any of the TestOut Pro certifications, you may request additional instructor exam vouchers by emailing ProCertifications@testout.com

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