CompTIA Network+ certification validates the knowledge and skills
of networking professionals. It is an international, vendor-neutral
certification that recognizes a technician's ability to
describe the features and functions of networking components
and to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking
hardware, protocols and services. Although not a prerequisite,
it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ certification candidates have
at least nine months of experience in network support
or administration or adequate academic training, along
with a CompTIA A+ certification.
The demand for skilled network support professionals
continues to grow, and the CompTIA Network+ certification is a valuable
credential to help start or enhance a networking career.
In fact, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+
into their curriculums. Microsoft added CompTIA Network+ certification
into their Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator
(MCSA) program, and other corporations such as Novell,
Cisco, HP, Lotus and 3Com also recognize CompTIA Network+
as part of their certification tracks.
CompTIA Network+ and Related CompTIA Certifications
CompTIA Network+ certification prepares networking professionals
to earn vendor-neutral certifications in
other areas of expertise. CompTIA Network+ certified
professionals who want to diversify their
base knowledge in other areas should also consider
pursuing CompTIA Security+, Server+ or
Convergence+. While CompTIA Network+ certification is not a prerequisite
for any of these certifications,
however they are highly recommended. The third column
of this chart shows possible job titles
of candidates who would benefit from earning these
credentials.
