Can a 13-year-old take the CompTIA Security+ exam?
Yes. CompTIA states there are no age restrictions for its exams, but recommends that candidates be at least 13 years old. Security+ also has no formal prerequisite. Whether a 13-year-old is ready is a separate question, and usually needs a year or more of preparation.
What does CompTIA say about age?
CompTIA says exams have no schooling, training or prior certification requirements, and no age restrictions. It recommends candidates be at least 13 years old to pursue certification.
Is a 13-year-old likely to be ready?
Security+ covers networks, threats and risk. It is demanding. We treat it as a goal for the later years of the programme, after the Linux foundation and the Cybersecurity track.
What should a guardian check?
Check the exam provider’s current rules before booking, since policies change. Practical details such as ID and testing centre rules are set by the provider.