Program at a Glance

Program Type
1-year Certificate
Area of Study
Computer & Information Technology
Learning Options
100% online
Est. Program Cost
$3050.00
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Gear Up for Your Cyber Career

Looking for a leg up in your career? This certificate is designed for those just out of high school or already in the career who want a professional certification in networking.

Why Choose Germanna

This completely online certification through Germanna allows you to become a networking professional in your own time. Our program ensures that you can not only get ahead in starting your career, but can also earn more while working in your cyber career.

Career Options for an Advanced Networking Professional

In-Demand Jobs:

  • Network Administrator: Install and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers.
  • Telecommunications Engineering Specialists: Configure communications systems for voice, video, and data services.

Salary Expectations

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What You'll Learn

Holders of this certificate will be able to hookup networks, troubleshoot any problems that emerge and creatively engineer communication and data needs.

In-Demand Skills:

  • Basics of CISCO infrastructure
  • Network security
  • Switching and routing
  • WAN technology
Course Highlights
ITN 260: Network Security Basics
ITN 155: Switching, Wireless, WAN Technologies (ICND2) – CISCO

Courses may vary from semester to semester. Please consult the college catalog for the most up-to-date information.

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