Skip to Main Content Open Alternative Formats of This Page

GPS Map
Cisco Networking Assistant Skills Achievement Award

Icons including an atomic symbol, a computer chip, a gear and pi

Program Available at:

  • Brookhaven
  • El Centro
  • North Lake

Catalog Year 2020-2021 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.

Degree Type Skills Achievement Award

GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher

TSI May be Exempt

Printable PDF

This program closed effective September 1, 2023.

​For more information, visit the Dallas College Computer Information Technology webpage and your academic advisor at your campus.

This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Cisco Networking Assistant Skills Achievement Award. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a Cisco Networking Assistant Skills Achievement Award. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. Courses from this certificate may apply to the related A.A.S. degree. See catalog for official certificate requirements.

This certificate option will provide education and training for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and skills as networking professionals with an emphasis on preparation for those wishing to take the CCNA certification examination. Courses that complete the Cisco Networking Assistant Skills Achievement Award are noted below.

Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.

SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.

CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 8 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

PROCGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

CHOOSE ONE:

SEMESTER 1                                                                      

ITCC 2412 – CCNA 3: Scaling Networks       

ITCC 2413 – CCNA 4: Connecting Networks

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

  1. Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
  2. Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing and for assistance in preparing for job search.
  3. Meet with your advisor to apply for the Cisco Networking Assistant Skills Achievement Award.

Total Hours: 8

PATHWAY TOTAL: 8 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

Updated July 26, 2025