Academy FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About The CISCO Academy
What is Cisco?
Cisco Systems, and its subsidiaries, is the company that builds the network devices that built the Internet. While it is true that thousands of companies around the world have software and hardware contributions in this effort, most of them use Cisco’s programming, protocols, and technology.
What is the Internet?
The Internet is a global wide area network (WAN) that pretty much hooks all the world’s computers together. The Internet connects most local area networks (LAN) together, and the LANs hook the computers together. The Internet is made up of three types of objects: Hosts (mostly computers), network devices (routers, bridges, switches, concentrators, and hubs), and the media that connect them (bounded and unbounded). The Cisco Academy focuses on installing, configuring, and programming the network devices.
What certifications can I earn?
Employers are looking for two types of certification: Vendor neutral and vendor specific. Vendor neutral certifications are industry-wide certifications granted by disinterested third parties like CompTIA and ISO. Individual suppliers like Microsoft, HP, or Cisco, grant vendor specific certifications. Most employers would like well-rounded technicians with a neutral certification, who also specialize in the products from the company’s vendors. The Cisco Academy prepares students to sit for the following certification exams:
What are the employment prospects?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for Network Support Technicians has
a “Bright Outlook,” expected to grow rapidly in the next several years, with large numbers of job openings.
