How to Proctor a CompTIA A+ Exam Online

A+ certification requires passing two exams, Core 1 and Core 2, each testable remote via Pearson OnVUE. Training providers running practice versions need the same rigor. Set up AI proctoring in under 5 minutes.

Both A+ Core exams mix multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and performance-based questions. IT training programs delivering full mock exams remotely need proctoring so practice scores actually predict OnVUE-day performance.

CompTIA A+ at a Glance

AttributeDetail
FormatTwo exams (Core 1, Core 2), max 90 questions each, multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, performance-based
Duration90 minutes per exam
Passing scoreCore 1: 675/900; Core 2 varies by version
Official deliveryTest center or Pearson OnVUE
Integrity risksDrag-and-drop answer sharing, secondary-device lookup on PBQs
Recommended proctoring layerID verification, live AI monitoring, lockdown browser

How to Proctor A+ Practice Exams Online

  1. Run Core 1 and Core 2 as separate timed sessions, 90 minutes each.
  2. Lock the browser during drag-and-drop and PBQ segments.
  3. Monitor live with AI for phones and secondary monitors.
  4. Verify ID once per session.
  5. Share a flagged-session report before certifying readiness.

FAQs

Do candidates need to pass both Core exams? Yes - A+ requires passing Core 1 and Core 2 separately.

Can A+ be tested from home? Yes, via Pearson OnVUE remote proctoring, alongside test centers.

How long is each Core exam? 90 minutes, up to 90 questions.

What is the biggest cheating risk in performance-based questions? Getting live help via a hidden call or second device during simulation tasks.

Should practice exams mirror both cores? Yes - proctor each core separately to match real exam pressure and timing.

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