Free CompTIA A+ (Gateway to IT) Course in Edinburgh : Tutor-led class.

*Please note that you must be a resident in Scotland to join this course and use SAAS part-time funding. More information on this is below.*

IT Professional Training Edinburgh is offering you the chance to join this free (fully funded by SAAS) CompTIA A + (Gateway to IT) Course. Students have the option of attending this course at our Edinburgh centre or as a virtual learner from home.

This part-time, tutor-led course is free for people who qualify for SAAS part-time funding and you will not need to pay this grant back to SAAS.

For SAAS funding eligibility:

1. You have to be a resident of

2. Either employed and earning less than 25k a year or can be unemployed as well

3. Have not used the SAAS funding in this Academic Year.

Course Description:

Course Introduction:

The CompTIA A+ certificate is widely recognised and prepares the individual to enter the market as PC Technician. The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for validating vendor-neutral skills expected for an entry level computer technician and will open the door for an exciting career in computer technology.

This course is also known as Gateway to IT world.

The CompTIA A+ certification ensures that the successful candidate has the important knowledge and skills necessary which covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware, networking, and the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, as well as configuring common features for mobile operating systems Android, Linux and Apple iOS.

Prerequisite: Not required, just ease of using PC.

SQA Framework: The CompTIA A + program also offers a number of shorter curricula which are related to SQA standalone HN Units. These are also assessed by means of restricted response questions and practical labs and so can give credit transfer to complete units. Learner can earn up to 48 credits upon passing all exams successfully.

Further information:

https://www.itpt.co.uk/courses/comptiaaplus/

Course Schedule:

Scheduled Start Date : Saturday 24th January 2026

Classes per week: 1

No of weeks: 20 to 22 weeks

Class timings: 9:00am to 1:00pm

Day: Every Saturday

Spaces Available : We have 6 spaces available on the course.

Modes of Learning Available:

You have the option of undertaking this course via following learning modes:

1.) Face to Face Classroom based Learning: You will attend the class each week on the day and time mentioned above.

2.) Virtual Learning: Live traditional face to face class will broadcast to all virtual learners each week on a specified time.

3.) Blended Learning: Mixture of Face to face and Virtual learning (must inform when joining the course.

4.) ELearning: is self-paced, you will be completing the course in your own time and do not have to attend any traditional face to face classes or virtual.

Ticket Description:

This ticket logs your interest to join this course. To study this course free, ITPT requires all interested students to complete the SAAS PTFG application and ITPT course registration form.

How to Apply for the Course and Its Funding:

Step 1 - Funding Eligibility Self-Assessment (Optional):

Check your funding eligibility here to make sure you are eligible for the funding to study for totally free

https://www.itpt.co.uk/funding-eligibility

Step 2 - Get Registered (Mandatory):Registration involves the completion of application forms.

To register, please state clearly the course name when replying to this advert via email/messenger. We will send you the application forms which can be filled electronically. Forms can be submitted via email to us.

You can also download the application forms by following the link below:https://tinyurl.com/itptltd

If you cannot complete the forms electronically you can also book an appointment at our centre for course registration.

To Book a course registration appointment online, follow the link below:

https://tinyurl.com/yc8offyo

For more information, please visit our website or contact us. If you do not qualify for SAAS you have the option of self-funding the course fee.

W e can also send you the forms and further information via email.

Contact:

IT Professional Training

Edinburgh Phone: 0131 552 5558 / 0131 552 5800

Website: www.itpt.co.uk

Email : [email protected]

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