IT 2250
Networking Specialist
The combination of these two certifications offer a great foundation into a networking career.
Program Overview
Certifications earned
Network Specialists analyze, troubleshoot, and evaluate computer network problems. They ensure networks function efficiently by collecting performance data, monitoring security, anticipating problems, and troubleshooting any issues. More advanced IT pros may be responsible for building and designing communication networks as well. They play an important role in maintaining an organization’s network and keeping them safe and secure through both hardware configuration and end-user training. Network specialists and administrators are responsible for day-to-day operations and network architects and engineers design and build local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and Intranets. Depending on the size of the company, these roles may be combined.
- Identify and work with various network typologies and network types, including LANs, WANs, VLANs
- Configure and implement network access control settings, permissions, authentication, and network hardening measures through an understanding of fundamental network security concepts
- Provide, create, or update technical documentation for network diagrams, plans and procedures, audit & assessment reports, baseline configurations, disaster recovery, service-level agreements, and other documents
- Demonstrate knowledge of how to architect, manage, and maintain a network infrastructure, including related equipment, such as routers, switches, cabling, as well as legacy components
What You’ll Learn – IT 2250 Networking Specialist
The IT-2250: Networking Specialist program is recommended for beginning IT professionals looking to start in the field of networking. Networking is the backbone of the entire IT industry, and at its core is communication. Communicating between networks allows people to connect, share information, and collaborate. This program is designed to provide a foundational, or entry-level pathway toward two key networking certifications well known throughout the world of IT: Cisco Certified Technician (Routing and Switching), and CompTIA Network+.
This comprehensive program begins with Customer Service Skills for Techies, which teaches critical soft skills that help students improve their communication and customer service skills – but with an emphasis on improving these skills in an IT environment. From there, the foundations of networking are presented in Networking Fundamentals. The course contains almost 30 modules that cover a wide range of networking concepts – and provides a great launching-off point for the next three courses in the program.
The networking community has chosen Python as the language of choice to use for Network Programmability and allows individuals to build scripts to automate network configurations. It’s the most widely used programming language for networking today and an essential skill for network engineers to learn now. As such, this program contains a short course – Hands-on Python for Networking Professionals.
The Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) credential is ideally suited to someone who has little or no Cisco or networking experience – especially if the candidate wants to focus their career on working with Cisco products. Candidates who successfully pass the Cisco CCT exam will be able to service, repair, and hot-swap Cisco products, be familiar with the Cisco UCS and NX-OS operating modes, and be able to navigate and use the Cisco Graphical User Interface. Considered by many industry professionals to be the best foundation for Cisco networking beginners, the CCT Routing and Switching credential focuses on on-site support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches, and operating environments. The Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching course adequately prepares the student for the final course in the program, Network+.
Earning Network+ Certification means the student has the knowledge needed to use and maintain a wide range of networking technologies and validates their proficiency in networking administration and support. Students learn through hands-on labs, demo activities, and recorded video lectures. CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain, and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on. Unlike the CCT certification, CompTIA Network+ prepares candidates to support networks on any platform.
Upon completion, MedCerts will sponsor the cost of both the CCT Routing and Switching and Network+ exams.
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Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
Networking Specialist
Job Opportunities
openings in the US
potential
Tuition Cost
Networking Specialist Online Training
- Interest rates from 0-12%
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
Networking Specialist Certification Training Program—Frequently Asked Questions
A Networking Specialist manages the computer network for an organization. They analyze, troubleshoot and evaluate computer network problems. They also collect performance data, monitor security and anticipate any potential problems. More advanced IT professionals may even be asked to build communication networks.
The career outlook for a Networking Specialist is very positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 5% over the next ten years.
Salaries can range from $44,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on experience, location and the specific company.
Most employers ask for at least an associate’s degree while others prefer a bachelor’s degree. You should also complete a training program like the one offered by MedCerts, which prepares you to pass both the Cisco Certified Technician Exam and the CompTIA Network+ Exam.
In the MedCerts online Networking Specialist certification training course, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Customer Service Skills for IT
Networking Fundamentals
Python for Networking
Cisco Certified Technician (CCT)
CompTIA Network+ Certification
The enrollment requirements include a high school diploma or GED, internet access, course registration and payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for the CCT and CompTIA Network+ Exams.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $346 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total program duration is 10 weeks.
The program is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The program includes expert-led video-based training, competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authorities, CompTIA and Cisco. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exams.
Disclaimers
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
