Network Engineer Career Programme

Starting your career as a Network Engineer opens endless career possibilities in the IT industry. It provides you with the foundations needed to climb the career ladder in higher level roles within Networking. With experience, you can progress to senior network manager and network management positions. Some network engineers choose to broaden their careers into other IT, customer-related or management functions. Technical or infrastructure project management and network architecture are possibilities.

Cisco CCNA

Digital certificate - Included

CompTIA Network+

Digital certificate - Included

Our Network Engineer Career Programme provides a comprehensive and structured learning path, equipping students with the necessary skills and qualifications to pursue a successful career in network engineering. This programme takes you through globally recognised certifications and offers tailored recruitment support to help you secure your first role in the industry.

1. Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

• Overview: This course introduces you to cloud computing, with a focus on Microsoft's Azure platform.
• Skills Covered: You’ll learn the basics of cloud services, including networking, storage, and compute capabilities on Azure, alongside security and compliance considerations.
• Purpose: With cloud services playing an integral role in modern networking, this course ensures you grasp the essential concepts needed for network engineers working in cloud-based environments.

2. Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner

• Overview: This certification provides a broad understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the most widely adopted cloud platforms globally.
• Skills Covered: You’ll explore AWS architecture, pricing models, and core services, including compute, networking, databases, and storage.
• Purpose: With organisations increasingly utilising cloud infrastructure, this course equips you with key knowledge to work with AWS in a networking context.

3. CompTIA A+

• Overview: Building on your cloud knowledge, the CompTIA A+ certification offers a comprehensive foundation in IT operations, hardware, and troubleshooting.
• Skills Covered: You’ll develop practical skills in managing operating systems, hardware, and software, as well as introductory networking and security knowledge.
• Purpose: This certification prepares you for IT support roles and helps you gain the hands-on technical skills necessary to manage both physical and virtual networks.

4. CompTIA Network+

• Overview: Network+ provides the technical knowledge required to design, manage, and troubleshoot both wired and wireless networks.
• Skills Covered: You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of network topology, infrastructure, protocols, and security, as well as network troubleshooting and management.
• Purpose: Network+ ensures you’re ready to tackle core networking tasks, making it a crucial step in your journey to becoming a network engineer.

5. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

• Overview: This course focuses on Cisco networking technologies and introduces more advanced networking concepts.
• Skills Covered: Topics include routing and switching, network automation, IP connectivity, and security fundamentals. You’ll learn to work with Cisco's networking equipment, which is widely used in the industry.
• Purpose: The CCNA certification prepares you for entry-level network engineering roles, providing you with the expertise to manage enterprise-level networks.

6. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - ENCOR

• Overview: This advanced certification is designed for professionals seeking in-depth knowledge of enterprise network solutions.
• Skills Covered: You’ll cover advanced topics such as routing, switching, security, and troubleshooting for large-scale networks, as well as emerging technologies like SD-WAN, virtualisation, and automation.
• Purpose: The CCNP certification prepares you for senior network engineering roles, enabling you to design, deploy, and manage complex enterprise networks.

Recruitment Support

In addition to comprehensive training, Course2Career offers robust recruitment support to help you secure your first role in network engineering:

• CV Building and Interview Preparation: Receive tailored guidance on creating a CV that highlights your certifications and skills, along with expert advice to help you excel in interviews.
• Job Guarantee and Placement Services: You’ll have access to job placement services, connecting you with top recruiters and employers within the IT sector.
• Career Coaching: Ongoing career coaching will help you navigate the job market, providing advice on securing your first role, negotiating offers, and advancing your career.

By combining industry-leading certifications with dedicated recruitment support, the Network Engineer Career Programme ensures that you are not only highly qualified but also job-ready, positioned for success in today’s evolving IT landscape.

This programme is ideal for individuals looking to start or advance a career in network engineering. Whether you're a beginner with no prior experience or a professional seeking to enhance your skills, the course covers essential certifications and practical knowledge in networking and cloud technologies. It is perfect for those aiming to work in roles such as network engineers, cloud infrastructure specialists, or IT support professionals, and offers recruitment support to help you secure a job in the industry.

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• Network Engineer
• Cloud Network Engineer
• IT Support Specialist
• Systems Administrator
• Network Security Engineer
• Infrastructure Engineer
• Cisco Network Specialist
• Network Consultant