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Cisco Networking Academy

MCC-Business & Technology
816.482.5200

Cisco Networking Technicians design, build and maintain computer network systems using Cisco products. The Cisco Networking Academy at Metropolitan Community College-Business and Technology Campus offers A.A.S. and Certificate options including: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), CCFS (Cisco Certified Firewall Specialist). These programs are designed for busy or working adults and include individual attention and real world experience.

What do people in this career do?
Cisco Systems is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Cisco networking technicians and professionals design, build, maintain and troubleshoot computer network systems using Cisco products.

Where can I work?
Anywhere computer networks are used (LANs or WANs). Corporations, offices, banks, hospitals, schools, and every level of government use Cisco systems.

How much money can I make in this career?
Typically, entry-level salaries start at $15-25 per hour. With experience and specialization, you can earn $60,000-$80,000 a year. The more certifications you have, the greater your earning power. Expand your earning potential with the certification options offered by MCC- Business & Technology's Cisco Networking Academy.

What is the job outlook?
For the next several years, the network design and administration field is expected to grow much faster than the average for all careers.

What are MCC-BTC's degree and certificate options?
Metropolitan Community College offers 5 options for those seeking a career in Cisco Network Administration:

  • Cisco Academy Certificate (CCNA, 16 credits) - 32 weeks
  • CCNA and Security Certificate (27 credits) - about 2 years
  • CCNA and CCNP Certificate (32 credits) - about 2 years
  • Cisco and Technology Certificate (31 credits) - about 1 year, full-time
  • Computer Science and Information Systems associate's degree, Cisco emphasis (64 credits) - 2 years, if attending full time

How long does it take to qualify for Cisco certifications?
Qualification can be obtained in stages based on your time, drive and desire. The first level of certification, CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) courses must be taken in sequence. The next level, CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) classes can be taken in any order.

The certification program is ideal for someone who wants to work and prepare for their networking career by attend college part-time. An average student will be ready for the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) exam in 32 weeks (two semesters). In another 32 weeks you can prepare for the more advanced CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification. The two classes that prepare you for the (CCFS) Cisco Certified Firewall Specialist credential take another 32 weeks. The security classes can be taken at the same time as the CCNP courses.

What is the advantage of taking classes at MCC-Business & Technology?

  • Our classes combine instructor-led and on-line learning with hands-on lab work.
  • Industry professionals teach convenient evening classes.
  • Cisco certification exams can be taken at half price by going through our program.
  • Employers love to hire our graduates.

Will my credits transfer to another college or university?
This program has a transfer agreement with the University of Central Missouri. Check with one of our advisors for more transfer information.

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