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Computer Networking/Cisco - IT Essentials
at Los Angeles Job Corps Center
Los Angeles Catalog
About
Do you enjoy analyzing data? Are you strong at basic math skills? Are you organized and enjoy solving problems? Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Computer Networking/Cisco – IT Essentials training program. Most Computer Networking/Cisco – IT Essentials Job Corps graduates go to work for midsize to large companies that have extensive computer networks. Although many companies use in-house information technology (IT) specialists, some hire IT contractors to administer their networks. Upon completing their basic training, students may go on to study in the many Advanced Training paths for Information Technology, including Advanced Cisco-Certified Network Associate Cyber Security Ops, Advanced A+ Administrator, Advanced Computer Systems Administration and Advanced A+ Microsoft MCSE.
Takes
8 Months
Costs
Free
Leads to
$98.5k careers
Example Career
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
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Hourly Wage
$59,800
$98,510
$152,300
$28.75
$47.36
$73.22
What skills and credentials will I gain?
This is the first level of basic training offered in the Cisco series. Students who complete the Computer Networking/Cisco – IT Essentials training program can earn industry-recognized credentials from organizations such as the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and Cisco. Credentials such as these show that students are ready for positions in computer programming and repair. Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.
Admissions
Low-income 16- through 24-year-olds who are U.S. citizens, legal U.S. residents, or residents of a U.S. territory, and/or individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. You may NOT be eligible for Job Corps if you:
- Use drugs illegally under federal law
- Exhibit behavioral problems that could prevent you or others from success in Job Corps
- Have certain criminal convictions or require court supervision
Contact
Who do I contact?
Los Angeles Job Corps Center
1020 S Olive St
Los Angeles, CA 90015