IT & Cybersecurity

CompTIA Net+ Professional Certificate (CompTIA Net+)

3-5 months, 10 hrs/week

CompTIA certified

Best for: Building on A+ or networking interest. Next step after IT fundamentals.

Roles to research: Network Administrator · Network Technician · Systems Administrator

Preparation: Builds on IT basics. Best taken after A+ or equivalent experience.

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Prepare for a career in IT support, networking, or cybersecurity with hands-on training and an industry-recognized certification. Our programs cover hardware, software, and security fundamentals employers look for.

Program snapshot

What you should know before you apply

Best fit

Building on A+ or networking interest. Next step after IT fundamentals.

Typical roles

Network Administrator · Network Technician · Systems Administrator

Course preview

  • Introduction to Networking
  • Networking Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b
  • Introduction to Networking and Storage

Plus 5 more courses in the full path.

Languages

English Spanish (auto-subtitles)Portuguese (auto-subtitles)French (auto-subtitles)

Skills you’ll learn

NetworkingTCP/IPCiscoWireless

Course list

1. Introduction to Networking ~10 hrs
2. Networking Fundamentals ~10 hrs
3. Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1b ~10 hrs
4. Introduction to Networking and Storage ~10 hrs
5. Basics of Cisco Networking ~10 hrs
6. CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials ~10 hrs
7. TCP/IP and Advanced Topics ~10 hrs
8. Operating Systems and Networking Fundamentals ~10 hrs
9. Network Foundations and Addressing ~10 hrs

Before you apply

What to expect from this program

Preparation

Ask an advisor to confirm the preparation and program fit for your background.

Time commitment

3-5 months, 10 hrs/week. 9 courses in the full path.

What you should know first

Builds on IT basics. Best taken after A+ or equivalent experience.

Funding

Available at no cost through WIOA funding for qualifying members.

Program costs are covered by grants, scholarships, partnerships, and donations — never billed to qualifying members.

Career research

Explore roles connected to these skills

Network Administrator

Network Technician

Systems Administrator

Job requirements and pay vary by employer, location, and experience. A certificate alone does not guarantee a role or salary. Research occupations, wages, and entry requirements, then discuss your next step with an advisor.

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