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CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY PROGRAM

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Cisco Networking Academy Program

• The Cisco Networking Academy is a dynamic educational program that teaches students relevant skills

• This increases students’ competitiveness in the global marketplace and opens doors to different employment opportunities



History of Cisco Networking Academy Program

• Created as a solution for schools installing networks in the US

• Challenge: Schools lacked financial and human resources to manage networks

• Solution: Cisco develops curriculum to train teachers, staff, and students to wire and maintain networks in their schools

• Academy program launched August 1997 in the United States with 64 Academies in 7 states

Globally in 1998 – Argentina, Australia, Canada, and UK/Ireland

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Cisco Networking Academy Program: Impact Since 1997

INSTRUCTORS WORLDWIDE

30,000 +

LANGUAGES

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STUDENTS WORLDWIDE

1.6 Million +

COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE

150 +

ACADEMIES WORLDWIDE

10,000 +

TOTAL EXAMS TAKEN

40 Million +



Improving Student Learning

• Comprehensive eLearning IT program

Hands-on training

Online curriculum

Instructor-led learning

Built-in state-of-the-art assessment

Learning model combines curriculum, assessment, and instruction to improve student learning



• CCNA—Networking Basics• CCNP—Advanced Networking• Fundamentals of Wireless LANs• Network Security• Fundamentals of Java Programming• Fundamentals of UNIX• IP Telephony (coming soon)

• Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials

• HP IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software• HP IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems

High Quality Curriculum



Curriculum and Certification Mapping

Curriculum CertificationCCNA 1-4 CCNA

CCNP 1-4 CCNP

Network Security Cisco Firewall Specialist

Fundamentals of Wireless LANsCisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist

HP IT Essentials I CompTIA A+

HP IT Essentials II CompTIA Linux+ (when combined UNIX curriculum)

Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials

Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)

Fundamentals of JavaSun Certified Programmer for Java™ 2 Platform

Fundamentals of UNIX CompTIA Linux+(when combined HP IT Essentials II)



Technical Support Professionals

Network Design and Administration

Potential Career Paths

Programming and Software Engineering

Foundation for Most Careers in the Information Economy

Telecommunications Industry

• Network Administrator• Network Engineer• System Administrator• Network Analyst• Internet Network Specialist

• PC Support Specialist• Help Desk Technician• Network Technician• Hardware Installation Coordinator• Software Applications Support

• Visual Programmer• Programmer/Analyst• Software Applications Analyst• Quality Assurance Analyst• Technical Writer

• Cabling Installation Technician• Telecommunications Technician• Cabling Installation Coordinator



Benefits for Students

• Rigorous course curriculum

• Ongoing assessment and feedback

• Both independent study and personalized instruction

• Experienced instructors

• Hands-on experience in labs working with others

• Preparation for industry certification

• Pathway to a career or further education

• Stay connected through the alumni program

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The Alumni Program

• Cisco’s commitment to supporting the career development goals of students in the classroom and beyond

• Building a network of tools and resources to make graduates successful in their careers

• Access to a growing list of benefits and services that extend beyond the classroom

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Stay Connected Through the Alumni Connection

• Continued curriculum access

• Career resource tools for job placement

• Continuous learning opportunities

• Discounts on products and services

• Access to certification updates and practice exams

• Community discussion forums, both global and local

• Opportunity to network with other alumni around the world

• Learn more - visit www.cisco.com/edu/register



Technology Matters

“There is a real need for people to master technology, and the Cisco Networking Academy Program is a superb vehicle to help satisfy that. It is changing people’s lives and preparing students of all ages for the new economy that is upon us.”

John Morgridge Chairman of Board of Directors Cisco Systems, Inc.



Making a Difference Through IT Education

Develop your skills for the global economy

“I realized that by integrating the Academy program, our college could produce students who would be globally competitive.”

Lorna DucoyUniversity of Cagayan de Oro, Philippines



Enroll in the Academy Program Today

• Contact [Academy to insert contact details]

• Learn more about the Academy program

http://cisco.netacad.net/

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How Far Will IT Skills Take You?

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Cisco Networking Academy Program

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Equalizing Opportunity

• The Academy program helps eliminate barriers of time, distance and socioeconomic status

Brings opportunities to Least Developed Countries

Supports diversity in the workforce through women in IT and minority populations

Empowers students with disabilities

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Women in IT

Minority serving

institutions

Students with

disabilities

Least Developed Countries



CCNA CurriculumCisco Certified Network Associate

• CCNA® 1: Networking Basics

• CCNA 2: Router and Routing Basics

• CCNA 3: Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing

• CCNA 4: WAN Technologies

• Certification: CCNA

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CCNP CurriculumCisco Certified Network Professional

• CCNP® 1: Advanced Routing

• CCNP 2: Remote Access

• CCNP 3: Multilayer Switching

• CCNP 4: Network Troubleshooting

• Certification: CCNP



Network Security

• Introduction to network security and overall security processes

• Covers two CQS firewall exams

Securing Cisco IOS® networks (SECUR)

Cisco Secure PIX® Firewall Advanced (CSPFA)

• Suggested prerequisite: Completion of CCNA 4 or CCNA certification

• Certification: Cisco Firewall Specialist



Fundamentals of Wireless LANs

• Introduction to Wireless LANs and technology

• Aligned with Cisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist certification

• Suggested prerequisite

Completion of CCNA 2, or

CCNA certification

• Certification: Cisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist



JOHN MORGRIDGE, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CISCO SYSTEMS INC.

“COMPANIES LOOKED AT REPLICATING WHAT WE HAD CREATED AND DECIDED THAT WE'D DONE IT BETTER THAN THEY EVER COULD. NOW THOSE COMPANIES ARE PARTNERING WITH US TO DELIVER IT SKILLS THROUGH THE NETWORKING ACADEMY PROGRAM.”

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Networking Academy Program

The Cisco Networking Academy® Program brings together a consortium of IT industry leaders to provide students with comprehensive Internet technology skills through an expansion of the curricula



HP IT Essentials I:PC Hardware and Software

• Sponsored by Hewlett-Packard

• An excellent introduction to information technology

• This course provides an in-depth exposure to personal computer hardware, and desktop operating systems

• Certification: CompTIA A+



HP IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems

• Sponsored by Hewlett-Packard

• Intensive introduction to multiuser, multitasking networking operating systems

• Hands-on, lab-oriented course overviews the characteristics of Linux and Windows operating systems

• OS installation, management of accounts and files, network services, and back up procedures

• Certification: CompTIA Linux+ (when combined with UNIX course)



Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials

• Sponsored by Panduit Corporation

• Covers installation practices of copper, coax, and fiber to understanding the need for proper physical infrastructure management in wireless and IP telephony configurations

• The most relevant content and hands-on skills necessary in today’s network infrastructure job market

• Panduit Authorized Installer certification is a global certification for structured cabling expertise

• Certification: Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)



Fundamentals of Java

• Introduction to Java™ language's object oriented technologies to solve business problems

• Students will learn how to create classes, objects, and applications using the language

• Topics also include the language fundamentals, the Java language API (application programming interface)

• Certification: Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Platform



Fundamentals of UNIX

• Introduction to the basics of the UNIX operating system

• Teaches students how to use the UNIX operating system including the CDE, GNOME, and KDE graphical user interfaces (GUI)

• Provides an overview of the Sun Solaris and Linux versions of the UNIX operating system

• Certification: CompTIA Linux+ (when combined HP IT Essentials II)

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