CompTIA Linux+
- For aspiring and practising Linux professionals
- Upskill through the leading UK and international IT certification provider
- Enhance your confidence and skills to become an informed, expert Linux professional
- Qualify and validate your skills with the support of expert Tutors, Study Coaches, and Recruitment Advisors
CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA Linux+ is the only job-focused Linux certification covering the latest foundational skills demanded by employers.
Linux has become well known for being used in devices such as mobile phones or tablets running the Android operating system, web servers, and everything up to supercomputers, which is why the CompTIA Linux+ course is rising in popularity.
In this CompTIA Linux+ course, you will learn the foundational skills required to work with the Linux operating system, including its configuration, management and troubleshooting.
Unlike other certifications, the new Linux exam includes performance-based and multiple-choice questions, which proves to employers that you can do the job!
Why study with us?
- Stay motivated and manage your time effectively through regular one-to-one follow-ups with your certified Tutor and Study Coach
- You have 24/7 access to your online courses, so you can study at your own pace and save on travel costs
- Your official certification means that your experience is validated through industry-recognised material and highly valued in the UK (and the world!)
- CompTIA CertMaster Labs give you the opportunity to implement your IT skills and gain practical, real-world experience
- Your CV and LinkedIn profile will receive complete makeovers from your Recruitment Advisor to make sure you maximise your chances of securing rewarding opportunities
- Career and recruitment support gives you advice on how to secure and succeed in job interviews, including mock interviews and exclusive interview preparation tailored toward your prospective company and role
- Your expert Career Consultant will help you choose the right certification, and combine it with strategic guidance to make sure you achieve success in your professional journey
Avoid the negative effects of making the wrong decision about your development journey, have an open Q&A with an expert.
What’s included?
- Consultation with a Career Consultant to corroborate your course choice
- Unlimited, 12-month access to the official CompTIA Linux+ Course
- Official CompTIA Linux+ Exam
- Certified Tutor to provide assistance with course queries
- Access to a full Support Team for assistance with examination, notes, and study queries
- Official CompTIA learning portal with access to videos, flash cards, and performance-based questions (PBQs) to maximise your chance of successCompTIA CertMaster Labs allow you to implement your new skills and are available upon request
- A professional, industry-oriented CV rewrite*
- A LinkedIn profile overhaul to maximise your new networking opportunities*
Certification: CompTIA Linux+
Vendor: CompTIA: The Computing Technology Industry Association
Course prerequisites: Before taking this Linux+ certification, CompTIA recommends that you complete CompTIA A+ as well as CompTIA Network+, and that you have 12 months of Linux admin experience.
Key learning objective: The CompTIA Linux+ focuses on system management, security, scripting, containers, automation, and troubleshooting.
*Value-added service that can be added at an additional cost
Certification details
ITonlinelearning is a verified CompTIA Authorised Partner (AP), which means that this certification has been rigorously assessed and approved to meet industry standards.
Accrediting body
As the leading provider of vendor-neutral IT certifications, the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is the go-to for individuals looking to enhance their skills and take their career to the next level. With a range of certifications covering everything from cyber security and cloud computing to networking, CompTIA has something for everyone! With over 2.5 million certifications awarded to date, you can trust that you’re in good hands with CompTIA.
But CompTIA is more than just certifications – they’re a community of experts and professionals, passionate about advancing IT and promoting excellence. That’s why they offer a range of resources and support for their members, including training and development opportunities, networking events, and research and policy work.
Certification expiry
This certification showcases a continued validation of your expertise and a tool to expand your skillset, and so it is valid for a period of 3 years from the date of issue to ensure your skills remain aligned with best practices within the industry.
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CompTIA Linux+
What You Will Learn
The CompTIA Linux+ focuses on system management, security, scripting, containers, automation, and troubleshooting.
Develop the practical skills needed to protect Linux systems, accounts, and data. You’ll explore authentication technologies, auditing, firewall configuration, and operating system hardening, as well as secure remote access, password policies, and multi-factor authentication. You’ll also learn how encryption, hashing, certificates, integrity checks, and vulnerability scans support security and compliance.
Learn how to manage the users, files, applications, and services that keep a Linux environment running effectively. This includes controlling permissions, links and special files, creating and modifying user accounts and groups, monitoring processes, scheduling tasks, managing software packages and repositories, reviewing system logs, and working with container images, runtimes, and networks.
Build a strong understanding of how Linux systems operate, from the boot process, kernel and filesystems to hardware, storage and network configuration.
You’ll learn how to manage devices and kernel modules, configure partitions, LVM and RAID, work confidently within the command-line environment, perform backups and restores, and support virtual machines and disk images.
Discover how to improve efficiency by automating common Linux administration tasks. You’ll learn the fundamentals of shell scripting and Python, including variables, functions, logic flows, packages, and environments. This topic also introduces automation and orchestration tools like Ansible and Puppet, Git version-control workflows, CI/CD practices, and the responsible use of AI for code generation and prompt engineering.
Learn how to identify, investigate, and resolve common Linux system issues. You’ll use monitoring tools, logs, and alerts to assess system health, troubleshoot hardware, storage, boot and mounting problems, and resolve network, routing, firewall, and DNS errors. You’ll also examine security and permissions issues, diagnose performance bottlenecks, and optimise CPU, memory, and input/output performance.
Your Success is Assured
Expert Career Consultants
Our expert Career Consultants select qualifications that align perfectly with your aspirations by collaborating with you to identify your desired end-goal.
Certified Tutors
Our certified Tutors are there to assist you with course questions, exam queries, and revision, so you have all the support you need to ace your exams.
Study Coaches and Mentors
Your Study Coach and Mentor is dedicated to guiding and supporting you throughout your journey by providing motivation, encouragement, and monitoring progress.
Experienced Recruitment Advisors
Your Recruitment Advisor will provide you with the tools you need to succeed, like an industry-oriented CV, LinkedIn profile overhaul, and exclusive resources.
The Key to Your Success
Your Expert Career Consultant has received extensive training in the solutions we offer, and they understand that making the wrong choice can have a negative impact on your career, and overall well-being. They’re here to:
- Get to know you, your goals, and your experience
- Help you through the best options for you
- Make sure you choose the right path: financially, psychologically, and professionally.
Career and Progression Prospects
Information Technology is used in a plethora of sectors, but here are a few roles you’re qualified to explore with this certification:
Linux Engineer
Linux Administrator
Systems Administrator
Server Administrator
Solutions Architect
DevOps Engineer
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When we say accredited, we mean that official experts from our licensed organisations have evaluated and approved our training material to ensure it meets their refined standards. These qualifications thus make you a credible and reliable professional.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to achieving personal and professional goals. You deserve career consulting and employability advice tailored toward your specific skills, experience, and aspirations – luckily, this is our forte.
To drive your success forward to the finishing line of your goals, our team comprises of professionals available at the press of a button to provide clarity on questions you have regarding your exam booking and preparation, portal and logins, assignments, as well as quizzes. You can also access one-to-one Tutor and Mentor Support so that your queries can be resolved swiftly and comprehensively. Our Tutors are experienced and certified in their fields, too!
Your certification will provide you with a significant competitive advantage by validating your skills and knowledge – with that, you can either contribute toward your current company or grow in another one.
You shouldn’t have to sacrifice your lifestyle in order to advance your skills. With your development at the forefront of our mission, we have personalised financing options so that you can live comfortably whilst investing in your future.
Projecting Your Salary
We want to help you achieve the best outcome in your studies so that you can flourish in your selected development pathway.
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CompTIA Linux+
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions, and we have all the answers
The CompTIA Linux certification is a vendor-neutral certification that validates the knowledge and skills of IT professionals in using, managing, and administering Linux-based systems.
CompTIA Linux+ was created for individuals looking for a career in Linux technology, as well as professionals that require an understanding of Linux for their jobs. This certification is also beneficial for experienced Linux professionals who wish to validate their skills and experience through an industry-recognised qualification.
CompTIA Linux+ is assessed and awarded by means of an examination. This exam comprises of a maximum of 90 questions. Your exam will be 90 minutes long, and you will be required to score 80% (720 out of 900) or higher in order to pass.
This certification showcases a continued validation of your expertise and a tool to expand your skillset, and so it is valid for a period of 3 years from the date of issue to ensure your skills remain aligned with best practices within the industry.
