Desktop and Server Administrator
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Learn to maintain network hardware and software, monitor networks to ensure availability to all users, and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. Also, learn to plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures. You will also train for the ITIL 4 Foundation Certification. ITIL is the most widely accepted approach to running effective IT/digital services and has been adopted by individuals and organizations across the world. ITIL helps define the direction of the service provider with a clear operating model and aligns services to the business strategy and customer needs. ITIL also provides a common language for businesses and professionals using IT-enabled services. In as little as two to four months, you can become highly competitive in today's job market by learning to administer and troubleshoot a Microsoft domain-based network. Jump into a career as a desktop and server administrator and earn an industry average of $32 an hour monitoring and maintaining IT network hardware, software, and security measures. Prepare to take the CompTIA A+*, Network+*, Server+*, Cloud+*, and Security+* certifications and be employable as a server administrator, systems administrator, or desktop administrator in a number of organizations across the Midlands. To earn this certificate, students must successfully complete all courses within a two-year period. *Additional testing required for certifications.

Course NameCostHours
Take all of the following
Security+$249530
Server+$249530
Cloud+$249530
Or take all of the following
A+ IT Technician$399560
Network +$249560
Take 1 of the following
ITIL Foundation$199918
ITIL Foundation$159512
Or take all of the following
Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)$299530
Estimated program cost between $2,995 and $9,080

See current class schedule for all program classes

The cost of books and materials may not be included in this estimate. Check the 'Materials list' hyper link on the class search results page for details on each course.