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Official CompTIA exam objectives

Know exactly what topics you need to study. Every domain, objective, and sub-objective covered on the certification exams — as official PDFs.

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220-1201A+
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Objectives
220-1202A+
CompTIA A+ Core 2 Objectives
SY0-701Security+
CompTIA Security+ Objectives
N10-009Network+
CompTIA Network+ Objectives

What are exam objectives?

Exam objectives (also called exam blueprints) are official documents published by CompTIA that outline every topic, skill, and knowledge area tested on their certification exams. They serve as the definitive study guide for what you need to know to pass.

Each document breaks the exam into domains (major topic areas), objectives (specific skills), and sub-objectives (detailed knowledge points). It also shows each domain's percentage weight on the exam — helping you prioritize your study time where it counts.

How to use exam objectives

Four ways to turn the blueprint into a study plan.

STEP 1
Create a study checklist

Print the objectives and check off each domain as you master it — nothing on the exam falls outside this list.

STEP 2
Identify knowledge gaps

Review each objective and honestly assess your current knowledge. Focus extra time on weak areas.

STEP 3
Prioritize by domain weight

Domains with higher percentages have more questions. Allocate study time proportionally.

STEP 4
Verify exam readiness

Before scheduling your exam, review every objective to confirm total coverage — no surprises on test day.

Ready to start studying?

Practice tests, flashcards, video lessons, and study articles — all aligned with these objectives.