Network courses can help you learn network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing network traffic, and implementing security policies. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis and Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, allowing you to practice real-world networking scenarios and understand how different components interact within a network.

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Network Routers, Network Planning And Design, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Network Administration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Mobile Security, Cloud Security, Network Security, Business Logic
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Network Analysis, Tableau Software, Network Model, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Seaborn, Graph Theory, Python Programming
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cyber Security Policies, Endpoint Security, Verification And Validation, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Configuration Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, IT Security Architecture, Cryptography, OSI Models, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Infrastructure Security, Network Administration, Secure Coding, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Security Testing, Information Technology, Software Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Software-Defined Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, Cyber Security Policies, Configuration Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Virtual Networking, DevOps, Virtualization, Software Development, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, CI/CD, Business Continuity Planning
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Administration, Security Testing, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Infrastructure, Software Installation, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, System Support, Linux Commands, Desktop Support, Network Monitoring, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Operating System Administration, Network Administration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, VPN Clients, Network Protocols, Remote Access Systems, Network Routers
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Network Routers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), TCP/IP, Network Engineering, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Security
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Workforce Development, Professional Networking, Computer Science, Professional Development, Academic Advising, Technology Strategies, Recruitment, Adaptability, Information Technology, Branding
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Loss Prevention, Network Security, Patch Management, System Configuration, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Authentications, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Enterprise Application Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks