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CEA-CompTIA DHTI+™ FAQs

What is CEA-CompTIA DHTI+?
Why should I get certified?
Who should get CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certified?
How were the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam objectives developed?
How much does the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam cost?
How can I register for the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
What is the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam code?
How many times can I take the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
Are there any training materials available for the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
How much time do I have to take the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
How many questions are on the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
When will I know the results of my exam?
What if I already have CompTIA HTI+?
What is the difference between the CompTIA HTI+ & CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certifications?
Why the name change?
Who is CEA?
Who is CompTIA?

What is CEA-CompTIA DHTI+?
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and the Computing Technologies Industry Association (CompTIA) have partnered to bring the digital home industry a new certification that validates an individual has the basic skills and knowledge to configure, integrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and comprehend the basic design concepts of electronic and digital home systems. The target candidate could work in a variety of industries and positions related to home technology, including technology integrators, security system technicians, cable, satellite, telecommunications, and A/V installers, electricians, and network administrators. CompTIA recommends individuals have 18-24 months experience in the some area of home integration technology.

Why should I get certified?
Certification identifies the skill set necessary to perform the job functions required of a home network integrator. By earning the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certification, you can prove a level of professional achievement and knowledge. Certification also establishes a viable career path for individuals to follow in their personal career development. Organizations recognize the value of certification and look for certified individuals to bring onto their staff.

Who should get CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certified?
The target candidate could work in a variety of industries and positions related to home technology, including technology integrators, security system technicians, cable, satellite, telecommunications, and A/V installers, electricians, and network administrators. CompTIA recommends individuals have 18-24 months experience in the some area of home integration technology. An individual that earns the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ Certification would be an excellent candidate to perform or manage integration projects and conduct troubleshooting of installed networks.

How were the DHTI+ exam objectives developed?
CompTIA employs an industry accepted & psychometrically sound process of Job Task Analysis that utilizes industry Subject Matter Experts (SME) and a worldwide industry survey. The SME group meets to make recommendations to the content of the objectives, and the survey validates & adjusts the SME recommendations. The worldwide survey has statistically validated resulting objectives.

How much does the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam cost?
The CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ Exam costs $180 for CompTIA members and $225 for non-members for each time the exam is taken.

How can I register for the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
CompTIA exams are available through our partner test providers, Prometric and Pearson VUE. Visit either of those sites to find a test center near you and to schedule your CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ Exam time.

What is the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam code?
HT0-201.

How many times can I take the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ Exam?
There is no limit to the number of times you can take the exam. For more information on the CompTIA exam re-take policy, please visit certification.comptia.org

Are there any training materials available for the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
CompTIA Press will be available for purchase through the CompTIA store by April 7th. Book and exam voucher bundles will be available at that time as well. Additional training providers expect to have content available in the coming months. http://certification.comptia.org/resources/find_materials.aspx

How much time do I have to take the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
The CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ Exam allows 90 minutes to complete.

How many questions are on the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam?
There are 97 questions on the exam.

When will I know the results of my exam?
Score reports are printed immediately upon completion of the exam. Certification candidates will know if they passed or not at that moment.

What if I already have CompTIA HTI+?
CompTIA encourages people holding the HTI+ certification to update their certification by taking the CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ exam. If you are CompTIA HTI+ certified, you will receive an offer for a very significant discount to the exam fee to upgrade.

What is the difference between the CompTIA HTI+ & CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certifications?
The main difference between CompTIA HTI+ and CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ is the target certification candidate. CompTIA HTI+ was designed to be an entry-level certification, providing validation for knowledge of all aspects of home network integration, including structured wiring installation and integration of all home sub-systems. CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ has been designed to validate the knowledge required to configure, integrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and comprehend the basic design concepts of electronic and digital home systems. Structured wiring and basic hand and tool skills are not covered in CEA-CompTIA DHTI+. Download additional information about the difference.

Why the name change?
While conducting industry research in preparation for a regularly scheduled update for CompTIA HTI+, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) got involved to serve a shared need among the members of each association. That need is rooted in the capabilities of digital systems within the home. With the infusion of IT into consumer electronic products, digital systems have become more popular and more powerful than ever before. The unique contribution of DHTI+ is using the IP network as the backbone for digital systems integration. CompTIA and CEA want to emphasize that contribution by including “Digital” in the certification name.

As a result, CompTIA HTI+ will become CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ (Digital Home Technology Integrator).

Who is CEA?
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,100 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $125 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry. CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.

Who is CompTIA?
For 25 years, the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has served as the voice of the world’s information technology (IT) industry. Today, the Association represents the business interests of more than 20,000 member companies worldwide. CompTIA is committed to advancing the long-term success and growth of the IT industry; helping organizations maximize the benefits they receive from their investments in technology; and assisting individuals to obtain the skills and credentials they need for productive careers in IT. For more information, please visit: www.comptia.org.