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Cisco Networking Academy Overview

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The Journey Begins Here The internet is changing life as we know it,

bringing new economic and social opportunities to communities throughout the world, and increasing the global demand for IT skills. By participating in the Cisco Networking Academy program, you’ll gain the experience needed to help meet the growing demand of IT professionals.

The Networking Academy global alumni community helps extend the journey by providing continued access to the curriculum, supporting job placement and career development, encouraging participation in community discussions, and providing discounts on Cisco products and services.

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Wanted: Tech-Savvy Workers Internet services enable individuals around the world to

perform many common activities such as the following: Instant messaging and e-mail Learning and research Downloading music and video files Blogging and social networking E-commerce

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Wanted: Tech-Savvy Workers – cont’d These capabilities are all

powered by networks, and companies in virtually every industry need skilled workers to design, install, and manage these networks.

Organisations around the world are experiencing a shortage of qualified information and communication technology (ICT) candidates to fill a growing number of positions.

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Cisco Networking Academy In partnership with schools and organizations around the world, the

Cisco Networking Academy program delivers a comprehensive learning experience to help students develop ICT skills for entry-level career opportunities, continuing education, and globally recognized career certifications. The courses also help students build 21st century skills such as collaboration and problem solving by encouraging practical application of knowledge through hands-on activities and network simulations.

Networking Academy teaches ICT skills to students from virtually every socioeconomic background and region of the world. Students gain the skills needed to pursue networking careers in a variety of industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, fashion, entertainment, and more. Students also gain access to a global support group, career developments tools, and social networking resources to help them become architects of the human network.

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Open Doors to Life-Enhancing Opportunities

Networking Academy courses cover a range of topics to help students succeed based on their interests and goals: IT Essentials: This

introduction to PC hardware, software, and network operating systems prepares students for CompTIA A+, EUCIP ICT Administrator, and CompTIA Server+ certifications and entry-level ICT support careers.

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Open Doors to Life-Enhancing Opportunities – cont’d

CCNA Discovery: This curriculum teaches networking based on application, covering concepts based on the types of practical networks students may encounter from home and small offices, to more complex enterprise models. Students learn the basics of routing, switching, and advanced technologies to prepare for Cisco CCENT and Cisco CCNA certifications and entry-level networking careers.

CCNA Exploration CCNP

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For More Information Cisco Networking Academy www.cisco.com/go/netacad

Course and Certifications www.cisco.com/go/netacadcourses

Locate an academy www.cisco.com/go/academylocator

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