2024-2025 Credential Information

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.
Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.
Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.
Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

Footnotes:
^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.


CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+)

Credential NameCompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+)
Credential Vendor Info
CompTIA
Travis Wilde
Account Executive, Academic Sales
twilde@comptia.org
O: 385.233.5328 C: 801.787.561
https://www.partners.comptia.org/how-to/purchase-vouchers/us-canada-academy-partners


Pearson VUE
Steven Reinke
Channel Sales Manager
steven.reinke@pearson.com
612.412.8588
https://www.partners.comptia.org/how-to/purchase-vouchers/us-canada-academy-partners

Credential Auto CollectNo
Diploma EndorsementCI00 = Yes
CL60 = Yes
Validation ArtifactPearson VUE report OR student certificate
Credential Lead ConsultantBrent Curran
brent.curran@dpi.nc.gov
Course Number and TitleCI00 CompTIA IT Fundamentals
CL60 Fundamentals of Information Security I (LCO)
Credential as POLCI00 POL = Yes
CL60 POL = Yes
Pathway(s)Computer Engineering (COEN)
Cost of Instructor TrainingCompTIA
N/A

Pearson VUE
N/A

Instructor Training RequirementsCompTIA
Available
Suggested only

Pearson VUE
Available
Suggested only

Exam Voucher ExpirationCompTIA
1 year

Pearson VUE
1 year

Credential LifespanCompTIA
Lifetime

Pearson VUE
Lifetime

Renewal OptionsCompTIA
N/A

Pearson VUE
N/A

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)Computer Network Architects (15-1241)
Software Developers (15-1252)
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers (15-1253)
ArticulationNo
SequencingCompTIA
No

Pearson VUE
No

Employer TransferabilityCompTIA
Yes

Pearson VUE
Yes

Delivery FormatCompTIA
On-line

Pearson VUE
On-line

Proctored Environment RequiredCompTIA
Yes

Pearson VUE
Yes

Test Site Options and RequirementsCompTIA
CompTIA Client Proctor Test - Classroom setting (*best option)
https://partners.comptia.org/how-to/offer-client-proctor

Pearson VUE
ITF+ has two testing options:
1.Pearson OnVUE - Remote exam proctoring
2.Pearson VUE Center - Can be a classroom, if registered as a Pearson VUE Center

https://home.pearsonvue.com/Documents/Test- center/pearsonvue_facility_reqs.aspx

Testing Environment RequirementsCompTIA
https://partners.comptia.org/how-to/offer-client-proctor
Schools can use the CompTIA Client Proctor Test Delivery System to test in the classroom instead of testing through Pearson VUE.
Pearson VUE may require parent or guardian on site before testing begins.

Pearson VUE
https://home.pearsonvue.com/Documents/Test-center/pearsonvue_facility_reqs.aspx
Schools can use the CompTIA Client Proctor Test Delivery System to test in the classroom instead of testing through Pearson VUE.
Pearson VUE may require parent or guardian on site before testing begins.

Proctored RequirementsCompTIA
Signed proctor agreement

Pearson VUE
Signed proctor agreement

Exam Time AllotmentCompTIA
60 minutes

Pearson VUE
60 minutes

Exam Passing RequirementCompTIA
At least 650 on a scale of 900

Pearson VUE
At least 650 on a scale of 900

RetakesCompTIA
Yes
Must repurchase a voucher. No waiting time between attempt one and two, then 14 days between additional attempts.

Pearson VUE
Yes
Must repurchase a voucher. No waiting time between attempt one and two, then 14 days between additional attempts.

Student AccommodationsCompTIA
Yes
https://www.comptia.org/contact-us/comptia-client-proctor-test-delivery-system

Pearson VUE
Yes
https://www.pearsonvue.com/accommodations/pv_review.asp?clientName=CompTIA

Multilingual Resources*CompTIA
No
https://partners.comptia.org/certifications/comptia-it-fundamentals

Pearson VUE
Yes
https://home.pearsonvue.com/Test-takers.aspx

Directory NotesCompTIA
None

Pearson VUE
None