Information Technology Certifications CCNA The Cisco CCNA Training Package (ICND: Parts 1 and 2) includes expert instructor-led training modules with customized presentations, practice exam simulators and learning supplements for an all-inclusive training program that provides all the benefits of classroom training at your own pace. CCNP Our Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification training course provides students with the knowledge and skills that are needed to install, configure and troubleshoot converged local and wide area networks with 100 to 500 or more nodes. The CCNP training course guides students through topics such as managing the routers and switches that form the network core and managing the edge applications that integrate voice, wireless, and security into the network. The CCNP Training Program contains the following courses: CCENT Cisco ROUTE - Implementing Cisco IP Routing Cisco SWITCH - Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks Cisco TSHOOT Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks The Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) is the exam associated with the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician certification and a tangible first step in achieving the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. Candidates can prepare for this exam by taking the Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) v1.0 course. This exam tests a candidate s knowledge and skills required to successfully install, operate, and troubleshoot a small branch office network. The exam includes topics on networking fundamentals; connecting to a WAN; basic security and wireless concepts; routing and switching fundamentals; the TCP/IP and OSI models; IP addressing; WAN technologies; operating and configuring IOS devices; configuring RIPv2, static and default routing; implementing NAT and DHCP; and configuring simple networks. CompTIA Network+ You will describe the major networking technologies, systems, skills, and tools in use in modern networks. This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-005), or who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration. A typical student taking up the CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-005) course should have a minimum of nine months or more of professional computer support experience as a PC or help desk technician. Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge is helpful but not mandatory.
CompTIA Security+ CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-401) is the primary course you will need to take if your job responsibilities include securing network services, devices, and traffic in your organization. You can also take this course to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. In this course, you will build on your knowledge of and professional experience with security fundamentals, networks, and organizational security as you acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network. This course can benefit you in two ways. If you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-401) certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of computer security. Today s job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your computer security skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any security-related role. CompTIA A+ If you are getting ready for a career as an entry-level information technology (IT) professional or personal computer (PC) service technician, the CompTIA A+ Certification course is the first step in your preparation. The course will build on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer software and hardware to present fundamental skills and concepts that you will use on the job. In this course, you will acquire the essential skills and information you will need to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize, and perform preventative maintenance of basic personal computer hardware and operating systems. CISSP Many companies are beginning to regard a CISSP certification as a requirement for their technical, mid-management, and senior IT management positions. Achieving the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) -the world s global security certification standard - proves high proficiency in foundation security disciplines. Offered through (ISC)2, one of the world s leading international security certification organization, the exam s stringent criteria sets the benchmark for excellence in security practice, requiring candidates to prove deep understanding of security concepts, principles, and methodologies. The CISSP exam is rigorous, covering ten security domains essential for the protection of information systems, corporations and national infrastructures. Understanding that security is an enterprise wide problem, these domains provide the candidate with a broad understanding of the technical, managerial and human factors that must coordinate effectively to keep information and systems secure. CEH This class will immerse the students into an interactive environment where they will be shown how to scan, test, hack and secure their own systems. The lab intensive environment gives each student in-depth knowledge and practical experience with the current essential security systems. Students will begin by understanding how perimeter defenses work and then be lead into scanning and attacking their own networks, no real network is harmed. Students then learn how intruders escalate privileges and what steps can be taken to secure a system. Students will also learn about Intrusion Detection, Policy Creation, Social Engineering, DDoS Attacks, Buffer Overflows and Virus Creation. When a student leaves this intensive 5 day class they will have hands on understanding and experience in Ethical Hacking. This course prepares you for EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker exam 312-50.
CompTIA CASP You will examine advanced security concepts, principles, and implementations that pertain to enterprise-level security. This course is targeted toward an IT professional that has the technical knowledge and skills required to conceptualize, design, and engineer secure solutions across complex enterprise environments. Students aspiring to CASP certification should have a minimum of 10 years experience including at least five years of hands-on technical security experience. MCSA Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate Demonstrate your essential skills and breakthrough insights in developing and maintaining the next wave of mission-critical environments. Earning an MCSA: Windows Server 2012 certification qualifies you for a position as a network or computer systems administrator or as a computer network specialist, and it is the first step on your path to becoming a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE). The following MCSA certification paths are available: MCSA: Windows Server 2012 Solutions Associate MCSA: SQL Server Solutions Associate MCSE Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert Demonstrate your broad skill sets in building and administrating enterprise-scale data solutions both on-premises and in cloud environments. Validate your ability to move your company to the cloud, increase user productivity and flexibility, reduce data loss, and improve data security for your organization. Earn recognition for your expertise in helping a company organize sync, collaborate, and share information. Validate your expertise in creating a consistent communications experience for your organization and connecting your colleagues to people around the world. The following MCSA certification paths are available: MCSE: Server Infrastructure Solutions Expert MCSE: SharePoint Solutions Expert MCSE: Communication Solutions Expert MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure Solutions Expert MCSE: Messaging Solutions Expert MCSE: Business Intelligence Solutions Expert MCSE: Data Platform Solutions Expert MCSE: Private Cloud Certification Solutions Expert
MCTS A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification proves your skills on a particular Microsoft technology, such as the Windows operating system, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, or Microsoft Visual Studio. The following MCTS certification paths are available: MCSD MCTS: Active Directory Configuration MCTS: SharePoint Configuration MCTS: Application Development MCTS: System Center Configuration MCTS: Windows Server Virtualization, Configuration MCTS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Desktop Virtualization MCTS: Windows 7 Configuration MCTS: Windows Applications Development with Microsoft.NET Framework 4 Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certifications extend developer skills beyond traditional platform boundaries. Demonstrate your expertise at designing and developing fast and fluid Windows 8 apps. There are two paths to achieving this certification using HTML5 or C#. If you are leveraging your existing web programming skills in JavaScript, or starting from scratch on a new website, we recommend choosing the HTML5 path. If you are a.net developer and are planning to create Windows 8 apps, choose the C# path. Get recognized for your expertise in creating and deploying modern web applications and services. The following MCTS certification paths are available: MCSD: Web Applications Solutions Developer MCSD: Windows Store Apps Using HTML5 MCSD: Windows Store Apps Using C# CompTIA Cloud Essentials You will weigh the pros and cons of cloud computing to make effective decisions and meet IT challenges. The CompTIA Cloud Essential Specialty certification is relevant to IT specialists, IT technical services specialists, IT relationship managers, IT architects, consultants, business and IT management, business process owners, and analysts. This course is the first step on a training path that can lead to a technical career dealing with cloud computing. CompTIA recommends that a candidate have at least six months of experience in an IT environment, with direct involvement in IT-related tasks, responsibilities and/ or decision-making. It is also recommended that the candidate take the following course: Introduction to Network Design and Management.
CompTIA Mobile Application The mobile age is upon us. More and more people are using tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices to accomplish things in their personal and professional lives. As businesses embrace this trend, they need to support their employees in the use of mobile devices while protecting their own assets, such as intellectual property. If you are already a traditional network support technician, you re well on the way to having the knowledge and skills needed to support the mobile workforce. This course builds on your existing knowledge and experience to provide you with critical concepts related to over-the-air technologies, wireless networking, and mobile devices. VMWare Certified Pro Gain hands-on experience using VMware vsphere 5.5 while fulfilling the training requirement for VMware vsphere certification. This hands-on VMware vsphere 5.5 training course explores installation, configuration, and management of VMware vsphere, which comprises VMware ESXi and VMware vcenter Server.This VMware vsphere training is based on ESXi 5.5 and vcenter Server 5.5 and approximately 60% of class time is devoted to hands-on labs. Completion of this VMware vsphere training fulfills the prerequisite for the VMware vsphere certification - Certified Professional - Datacenter Virtualization (VCP5-DV). Red Hat CSA Red Hat System Administration provides a foundation for students wishing to become full-time Linux system administrators by introducing key command line concepts and other enterprise-level tools. Dive deeper into enterprise Linux administration including file systems and partitioning, logical volumes, SELinux, firewalling, and troubleshooting. Attending both Red Hat System Administration I and Red Hat System Administration II can help you in your preparation for the Red Hat Certified System Administrator exam (EX200). The RH199 course prepares you to take the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) exam. Note: This course builds on a student s existing understanding of command-line based Linux system administration. Students should be able to execute common commands using the shell, work with common command options, and access main pages for help. Students lacking this knowledge are strongly encouraged to take Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) and II (RH134) instead. The following Red Hat course are available: Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) Red Hat System Administrator II (RH134) RHCSA Red Hat System Administrator Rapid Track Course (RH199)