CTC-NETS - Network Security, Career and Technical Certificate

The Network Security Career and Technical Certificate prepares students to install, configure, maintain, and secure computer networks and information systems. Students develop technical skills in networking, operating systems, hardware and software support, network administration, Windows Server, Linux, routing and switching, and cybersecurity fundamentals. Coursework includes hands-on experience with network technologies, security controls, and troubleshooting techniques used to support and protect organizational information systems. Graduates are prepared for entry-level careers as network support technicians, network administrators, systems support specialists, cybersecurity technicians, and information technology specialists. The curriculum includes preparation for industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), providing students with credentials valued by employers throughout the information technology industry. This certificate serves as a stackable credential within the Cybersecurity and Information Assurance pathway and may be applied directly toward the Associate of Applied Science degree.