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Google IT Support Professional Certificate

Google IT Support Professional Certificate vs 3 alternatives compared

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Google IT Support Professional CertificateCompTIA A+ITIL 4 FoundationMicrosoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)
VendorGoogleCompTIA—Microsoft
LevelBeginnerBeginnerBeginnerBeginner
Exam fee$49/mo$246$385$99
Duration—90 minutes——
Passing score—675 (on a scale of 900)——
Valid for—3 years——
Typical salary$55K–$75K$55K–$75K$80K–$110K$65K–$85K
Prerequisites—12 months of hands‑on experience in an IT support specialist job role——

Which should you choose?

Should I take Google IT Support Professional Certificate or CompTIA A+ first?

Both are rated Beginner. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take Google IT Support Professional Certificate or ITIL 4 Foundation first?

Both are rated Beginner. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take Google IT Support Professional Certificate or MS-900 first?

Both are rated Beginner. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.