Cisco Professional Programmes

CCNA | Cisco Certified Network Associate

A full professional CCNA programme designed to build job-ready enterprise networking skills through theory, Cisco configuration practice and troubleshooting labs.

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Your programme at a glance

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Qualification: Professional certification training
Awarding body / certification: Confirm awarding body with admissions
Duration & study mode: 4 MonthsOnline / 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

Network fundamentals
OSI and TCP/IP
IPv4 and IPv6
Subnetting
Ethernet switching
VLANs and trunking
Static and dynamic routing
Wireless networking
Network security fundamentals
Automation and programmability

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

Cisco Packet Tracer
Cisco IOS CLI
Cisco routers
Cisco switches
Wireshark
PuTTY / terminal client
IP addressing tools
DHCP services
DNS tools
Basic Python / automation examples

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

Explain network models
Create IPv4 subnets
Configure switches
Configure VLANs and trunks
Configure routing
Troubleshoot connectivity
Understand wireless basics
Apply basic device security
Use common network tools
Prepare for junior networking roles

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

Junior Network Engineer
Network Support Engineer
NOC Engineer
Network Technician
IT Support Engineer
Junior Systems Engineer
Field Network Technician
Technical Support Engineer
Infrastructure Support Engineer
Network Operations Assistant

Labs & Practicals

Hands-on learning

Create IPv4 subnetting plans
Configure Cisco switch basics
Configure VLANs
Configure trunk links
Configure inter-VLAN routing
Configure static routing
Configure dynamic routing basics
Apply device security
Capture and analyse traffic
Troubleshoot a multi-device topology

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

CCNP Foundation / Advanced Networking Pathway
Diploma in Network Engineering with Security +AI
Windows Server & Network Engineer Programme
Cyber Security pathway
Cloud networking specialization

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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