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Certification Roadmap: Computer Network Career

More detail about Associate Degree in Network Administration at CBT College; Flagler Campus 305-273-4499 Ext. 2.200

The Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) credential is for professionals who have the skills to successfully implement a Microsoft product or technology as part of a business solution in an organization.

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Windows Server 2003 credential is intended for IT professionals who work in the typically complex computing environment of medium to large companies. An MCSA candidate should have 6 to 12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems in environments that have the following characteristics. 250 to 5,000 or more users Three or more physical locations Three or more domain controllers Network services and resources such as messaging, database, file and print, proxy server, firewall, Internet, intranet, remote access, and client computer management Connectivity requirements such as connecting branch offices and individual users in remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to the Internet In addition, an MCSE candidate should have at least one year of experience in the following areas: Implementing and administering a desktop operating system Designing a network infrastructure.

The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) certification will get you started in your IT career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Cisco certifications are very popular and are geared toward those who work with Cisco routers, switches and other equipment. These exams are difficult and for those who have hands on experience. The CCIE is for experts. CCNA is for individuals who install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer), including but not limited to use of these protocols: IP, IGRP, IPX, Serial, AppleTalk, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists, using Cisco routers and switches.

A+ is a vendor-neutral certification that measures the competency level of entry-level computer service technicians. Earning the A+ certifies the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to support a wide variety of hardware as well as Windows 95/98, NT, Windows 2000/ XP operating systems.

Network+ is a vendor-neutral certification that measures the technical knowledge of networking professionals. Earning the Network+ certification means that one possesses the knowledge needed to configure and install today's advanced networking components. The exam covers a wide range of vendor and product neutral networking technologies.

Microsoft Office Specialist (Office Specialist) certification, the premier Microsoft desktop certification, is a globally recognized standard for demonstrating desktop skills. The Office Specialist program is helping meet the demand for qualified and knowledgeable people in the modern workplace.

•  Option A: Networking Administrator with Router

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•  Option B: Desktop Support with System Administrator Skills

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