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California Institute of Arts & Technology

Cisco Certified Network Associate - Job Training Program or Employment Skills Training Program

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
Online
Length
61 - 90 days
Locations
Online
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Computer and Mathematical, Education, Training, and Library

About the program

The Certificate as Cisco Certified Network Associate program helps early to mid-stage IT professionals move beyond the basics of network administration to specialize in Cisco’s advanced network management platform. During CIAT's SkillBridge Certificate as Cisco Certified Network Associate program, service members will have the opportunity to earn 1 industry certification: - Cisco Certified Network AssociateThe Cisco Certified Network Associate certification shows current and future employers that you have what it takes to successfully navigate the ever-changing IT landscape. It’s one of the most popular IT certifications in the world for a reason.By earning this certification, you’ll validate your knowledge of core networking concepts and build a strong foundation of fundamental IT skills. Equipped with this expertise, you’ll be primed to take your IT career to the next level. Cisco certifications are well-respected and help strengthen resumes, as it is recognized globally in the IT industry. Achieving CCNA certification demonstrates your commitment to professional development and can enhance your credibility as a networking professional.*CIAT's one-of-a-kind unlimited certification exam policy covers all costs associated with industry certification exam fees and retakes, ensuring the service member keeps their focus on reaching their employment goals.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Service members completing CIAT's SkillBridge Certificate as Cisco Certified Network Associate program will be prepared for a variety of employment opportunities such as: NOC Technician, Network Technician, Network Analyst, Network Support Specialist, Network Administrator and more. CIAT's academic and career services teams will help support service members with end-to-end employment readiness skills including technical training, industry certification preparation, resume building, interviewing, corporate networking, and more.

Eligibility & prerequisites

California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT) is dedicated to ensuring that participants in the CIAT SkillBridge program do not incur any 'out of pocket' expenses. To achieve this, all active duty service members receive a discounted tuition rate and a CIAT SkillBridge Scholarship, which will be automatically applied to cover any costs not covered by the GI Bill and Active-Duty Tuition Assistance. All service members participating in CIAT's SkillBridge program will do so with $0 cost out of pocket.

Locations & contacts

How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ