Cisco Certified Network Associate
Introduction
Cisco Certified Network Associate is a program taught at West Valley College, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certificate at West Valley College is a three-course program that provides a foundation in networking for entry-level work. Students study basic networking concepts and progress to switching, routing, wireless technologies, and network automation, with an emphasis on security fundamentals and hands-on work with network devices.
The program is organized as three required courses: CIST200, CIST202, and CIST204, totaling 12 units. Students gain hands-on experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting networks and network devices. After completing the certificate, students are equipped to take the CCNA certification exam and pursue further Cisco and IT certifications.
Modules
- CIST200 Introduction to Networks
- CIST202 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
- CIST204 Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Cisco Certified Network Associate at West Valley College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by West Valley College.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by West Valley College as pre-requiste for admission in Cisco Certified Network Associate.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
To be awarded a certificate, a student must:
- Complete all the program requirements.
- Earn a grade of “C” (or "P") or better for all required courses.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.westvalley.edu/catalog/programs/cisco-certified-network-associate-certificate-of-achievement.html
More Information
- Network administration
- IT support
- Cybersecurity
- Associate-level networking roles
Scholarships
80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.