CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Network+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to establish, maintain, troubleshoot and secure networks in any environment, preparing you for a rewarding career in networking and cybersecurity.

The CompTIA Network+ certification exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:

Establish network connectivity by deploying wired and wireless devices.
Explain the purpose of documentation and maintain network documentation.
Configure common network services.
Explain basic data center, cloud, and virtual-networking concepts.
Monitor network activity and troubleshoot performance and availability issues.
Implement network security hardening techniques.
Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure.

CompTIA Network+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the U.S. DoD to meet Directive 8140.03M requirements. Network+ also maps to the core objectives required for 4 NICE work roles.

Lesson 1: Explaining Network Topologies
Lesson 2: Supporting Cabling and Physical Installations
Lesson 3: Configuring Interfaces and Switches
Lesson 4: Configuring Network Addressing
Lesson 5: Configuring Routing and Advanced Switching
Lesson 6: Implementing Network Services
Lesson 7: Explaining Application Services
Lesson 8: Supporting Network Management
Lesson 9: Explaining Network Security Concepts
Lesson 10: Applying Network Security Features
Lesson 11: Supporting Network Security Design
Lesson 12: Configuring Wireless Networks
Lesson 13: Comparing Remote Access Methods
Lesson 14: Summarizing Cloud Concepts

They fit around work and home life
No exams or fees (dependent on course choice and eligibility)
Available to start all year round
Completed over a set number of weeks
Online and offline study modes
A wide range of courses to choose from
Fully accredited and nationally recognised qualification
Supported by a dedicated assessor (assessors are available for support depending on which course you choose)

Level 2 Online Courses

Our FREE^* online and distance learning courses are flexible so they can fit around work and personal commitments. They take up to 12 weeks to complete and are nationally recognised Level 2 qualifications.

^* Choose a course of your choice and use our postcode checker to see if you are eligible to study the course for free.

Level 3 Online Courses

Our Level 3 online courses are ideal for those who want to start a career in a specific field. As part of the National Skills funding, this course is free to those aged 24 and over if you do not currently hold a level 3 qualification. Alternatively, you can pay in three equal monthly instalments, or you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by the Distance Learning Team.

You will be assigned an assessor who will contact you to discuss your programme, answer any questions you may have about the course, and arrange suitable dates for your learning to take place.

CompTIA Network+

Digital Skills Academy (DSA) · Online / Remote
Available throughout the year

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