Cisco Networking courses can help you learn network fundamentals, routing and switching, security protocols, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing network traffic, and implementing security measures. Many courses introduce tools like Cisco Packet Tracer and Wireshark, that support simulating network environments and analyzing data packets. By engaging with these tools, you can apply your knowledge to real-world networking challenges and enhance your technical proficiency.

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, File Systems, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, OSI Models, Network Security, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Data Security, Linux, Encryption, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Information Technology
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Communication Systems, Mechanics, Telecommunications, Technical Communication, Physics, Environmental Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Policies, Linux Commands, Cyber Security Assessment, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Linux, Risk Management Framework, Operating System Administration, Network Monitoring, Security Management, Operating Systems, Cyber Risk, Cloud Services, Threat Management, General Networking, Windows PowerShell, Cyber Governance, Unix Commands
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Containerization, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Kubernetes, Microservices, Infrastructure Architecture, Virtualization, Virtual Machines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Network Performance Management, Linux, Network Security, Performance Tuning, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Proposal Writing, Research Methodologies, Market Analysis, Business Research, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Business Writing, Sampling (Statistics), Survey Creation, Qualitative Research, Request for Proposal, Client Services, Professional Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Structural Analysis, Digital Transformation, Engineering Analysis, Communication Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technology Strategies, Computer Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Persuasive Communication, Branding, Professional Networking, Research, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Systems, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, MySQL
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Help Desk Support, Medical Equipment, Technical Support, Issue Tracking, Change Control, Medical Devices, Electronic Medical Record, Disaster Recovery, Technical Documentation, General Networking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Docker (Software), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Software As A Service, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Containerization, Threat Detection, Data Centers, Threat Management, OSI Models, Enterprise Security, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Vulnerability Scanning, Incident Response
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months