Workshops & Short Practical Sessions

Career / Certification Roadmap Session

A career-planning session that helps learners map job roles, certification pathways, practical skills, portfolios and next-step learning decisions in IT, cloud, networking and cyber security.

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Your programme at a glance

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Qualification: Workshop
Awarding body / certification: Confirm awarding body with admissions
Duration & study mode: 2-3 HoursOnline / Physical
Fees: Request current feesCourse fee only. Check payment options below for registration, exam and certificate charges.
Entry requirements: Basic computer literacy; Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
All entry requirements
Basic English reading ability for technical terms
A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
Stable internet connection for online delivery
Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines
Next intake: Confirm next intake with admissions

Programme Overview

What you will study

Career goal setting
IT role families
Certification pathways
Skill-gap analysis
CV fundamentals
LinkedIn positioning
Portfolio planning
Interview preparation
Lab portfolio strategy
12-month learning roadmap

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

LinkedIn
CV templates
Job boards
Microsoft Learn
AWS Skill Builder
Cisco Skills for All
GitHub portfolio concepts
Skills matrix
Career roadmap worksheet
Interview question bank

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

Identify suitable IT roles
Map skills to job requirements
Choose relevant certifications
Create a learning roadmap
Improve CV structure
Improve LinkedIn positioning
Plan a lab portfolio
Prepare for interviews
Set realistic career milestones
Select the next programme

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

Cloud Support Engineer
Network Support Engineer
Cybersecurity Analyst
IT Support Engineer
Systems Administrator
Azure Administrator
Microsoft 365 Administrator
NOC Engineer
SOC Analyst
Junior Cloud Engineer

Labs & Practicals

Hands-on learning

Map target job roles
Build a skills matrix
Select certification priorities
Create a 12-month roadmap
Review a sample CV
Improve a LinkedIn profile plan
Design a lab portfolio
Practice interview questions
Analyse sample job descriptions
Create a personal next-action plan

Admission Requirements

Before you start

Basic computer literacy
Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
Basic English reading ability for technical terms
A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
Stable internet connection for online delivery
Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines

Next Courses

Recommended pathways

Diploma in Cloud Computing & Security +AI
Diploma in Network Engineering with Security +AI
Diploma in Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking +AI
Microsoft programme
Cisco or AWS programme

NextGen Campus Support

Student support

Live lecturer-led instruction and guided demonstrations
Student support for academic and technical questions
Access to structured lesson materials and practice resources
Guidance on lab setup and troubleshooting
Progress support throughout the programme
Recorded-session support where applicable to the intake
Career and certification pathway guidance
Practical assignment and project guidance
Peer-learning and class communication support
NextGen Campus academic coordination and learner assistance

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