CISCO Networking Academy
Program Description
The IT Networking Academy (Cisco Academy) is a nationally recognized program that prepares students for successful careers in information technology fields such as computer network design and administration, hardware, software and network installation, local and wide-area network (LAN/WAN) management and systems engineering. The IT Networking Academy (Cisco Academy) prepares high school students with the professional skills they require to pursue quality academic and professional opportunities. Particular emphasis is given to using decision-making and problem-solving techniques in the application of science, mathematics, communication and social studies concepts to solve networking problems.
| Available College Credits | Available Certifications |
|---|---|
|
College of Southern Maryland |
Comp TIA A+ Cisco CCT Cisco CCNA Cisco CyberOps Associate |
Course Sequence
IT Essentials with Linux
Cisco- CCT: Introduction to Networking with Linux
Cisco- CCNA: Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials
Cisco- CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation
Cisco- CBPROPS: CyberOps Associate
Sample High School Schedule
| 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IT Essentials w/Linux |
Cisco-Intro. to Networking w/Linux |
Cisco-CCNA Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials | Cisco-CCNA Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation |
| 2 | Health/Fitness For Life Requirement | Cisco-Intro. to Networking w/Linux | Cisco-CCNA Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials | Cisco-CCNA Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation |
| 3 | Fine Arts Requirement | Financial Literacy | Elective | Cisco- CBPROPS: CyberOps Associate |
| 4 | Science Requirement | Science Requirement | Science Requirement | Cisco- CBPROPS: CyberOps Associate |
| 5 | History Requirement | History Requirement | History Requirement | Elective |
| 6 | English Requirement | English Requirement | English Requirement | English Requirement |
| 7 | Math Requirement | Math Requirement | Math Requirement | Math Requirement |
| 8 | Technology Education Requirement | Elective | Elective | Elective |
*Note: The schedule above is a sample only. Students should always review course selections with school counselors and refer to the current Charles County Public Schools High School Program of Studies.*
High Schools that Offer the Program
North Point High School- Students apply in 8th grade