Network Support Technician

This programme is designed to introduce you to the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. You will be able to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing scheme.

 
Level 2
Level 3
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Days

2 days p.w.

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Time

9:30am - 4pm

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Duration

12 weeks

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Environment

Blended

Course Content

In this course, you will learn to:

  • Provide customer support
  • Define networking principles
  • Install and configure ICT equipment and operating systems
  • Monitor and operate ICT systems

Qualifications

Upon completion, you will receive the following qualification:

  • City and Guilds Level 2 in ICT Systems and Principles

Progression

By achieving these qualifications, you may be able to progress:

  • To employment or apprenticeship
  • To possible volunteering opportunities
  • To the next level of this programme (for example from Level 2 to Level 3)
  • Or to another course
 

In addition, you will increase your confidence and motivation after completing this programme.

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Days

2 days p.w.

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Time

9:30am - 4pm

Sand timer icon
Duration

12 weeks

Environment icon
Environment

Blended

Course Content

In this course, you will learn to:

  • Recognise networking within business
  • Describe how standardisation supports interoperable end to end communications
  • Explain the process by which devices access resources using TCP/IP suite
  • Design an IP addressing scheme to provide network connectivity

Qualifications

Upon completion, you will receive the following qualification:

  • City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles

Progression

By achieving these qualifications, you may be able to progress:

  • To employment or apprenticeship
  • To possible volunteering opportunities
  • Or to another course / level
 

In addition, you will increase your confidence and motivation after completing this programme.


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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for one of our free courses, you need to:

  • Aged 19 and above (as of the 31st of August of the current year)
  • Legal right to live and work in the UK
  • Be a London resident
  • Be actively seeking work
Course Requirements

In addition to our eligibility criteria, you must have:

  • English and maths qualifications at Level 1 or 2 (or GCSE)
  • IT skills or qualifications at Level 2
  • A "working towards Level 2" result in your initial assessment
Steps to Enrol
  • Complete a Skills and Careers Assessment
  • Must complete English, maths and IT Initial Assessments with us to assess your current level
  • Have an Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) meeting with one of our advisers to discuss and plan your learning journey.
What will I gain?
  • Recognised qualification
  • In-demand industry-focused skills valued by employers
  • Enhanced career prospects
  • Potential for increased earnings
  • Employability support from our advisers
  • Wraparound support from our qualified tutors
  • Fully-funded programme by GLA (subject to eligibility)
Are the courses free?
The course is free to those residing in Greater London, with proof of benefit or earning less than the London Living Wage. Learners that are not eligible will be required to pay a fee. To know if you are eligible, please fill this Pre-Registration and Eligibility Form .
Is this programme suitable for me?
This programme is suitable for you if you are:
  • Unemployed and wanting to return to work
  • Employed and changing careers
  • Looking to train to find employment in the IT and Digital sector
  • Ready to improve and enhance your skills and job readiness

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