Certifications

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

A+ Certification: demonstrates the students competency as a computer technician. A+ is a vendor neutral certification that covers numerous technologies and operating systems from such vendors as Microsoft, Apple Inc., Novell and some of the Linux variations.

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician-(CCENT): the first stage of Cisco's certification system. This certification covers networking knowledge but does not get the student involved in the more intricate technical aspects of Cisco routing, switching and network design. CCENT qualified individuals have the knowledge and skill to install, manage, maintain and troubleshoot a small branch network including network security.

Cisco Certified Network Associate-(CCNA): the second stage of Cisco's certification system. CCNA certification validates the student's ability to install, configure, operate and troubleshoot medium sized routed and switched networks including implementation an verification of connections to remote sites in a wide area network.

Microsoft Certified Professional-(MCP): a program of professional certifications awarded by Microsoft and designed for IT professionals and developers. Areas of certification include Access, Excel, Excel Expert, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Microsoft Project.