Start your IT career.
Learn the skills to support, secure and maintain modern IT systems.
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as a data communications specialist in the information technology profession. Common career titles include PC support technician, IT technician, help desk support specialist, network administrator, network support specialist, network engineer and many others. The program prepares students for rewarding careers at the forefront of the information technological revolution.
The program also helps students prepare for CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ and Cisco CCNA certifications. Graduates of this program possess a wide range of product knowledge as well as hands-on experience in hardware and software installation and support.
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Support and Secure Networks with Network Administration
An A.A.S. in Network Administration prepares you for in-demand roles supporting and managing the technology businesses rely on every day.
From troubleshooting systems to maintaining secure networks, you鈥檒l build the skills needed to keep organizations connected and running efficiently.
In this program, you鈥檒l gain hands-on experience with network setup, system maintenance, user administration and cybersecurity fundamentals. You鈥檒l work with network operating systems, switching and routing and learn how to diagnose and resolve real-world technical issues. You鈥檒l also prepare for industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ and Cisco CCNA, giving you a competitive edge when entering the workforce.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles across a wide range of industries, including corporate environments, health care, education and government.
The A.A.S. In Network Administration Degree at Moraine Valley is designed to be completed in two years.
The Network Administration A.A.S. degree can typically be completed in about two years when attending full time.
Your timeline may vary based on your schedule and course load. Throughout the program, you鈥檒l build hands-on skills in network setup, system support and cybersecurity fundamentals while working with real-world tools and technologies.
You鈥檒l also prepare for industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ and Cisco CCNA as part of your coursework.
Potential Careers in Network Administration
Moraine Valley鈥檚 Network Administration program prepares you for careers supporting and managing the technology that keeps organizations running. From setting up networks to troubleshooting issues and protecting systems, you鈥檒l build skills that apply across industries like healthcare, business, education and government. You鈥檒l learn how to maintain network performance, support users and help secure systems in fast-paced environments where reliable technology is critical.
Real stories of transfer success.
Begin your bachelor鈥檚 degree at Moraine Valley by taking the same general education and elective courses you鈥檇 complete in your first two years at a four-year school鈥攁t a lower cost. A.A. and A.S. degrees help you transfer smoothly, often with junior standing. Students follow the transfer guidelines of their intended university, supported by advisors who build a personalized academic plan.
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Explore focused certificate pathways that align with your interests and career goals. Each certificate builds specialized skills and can be applied toward the A.A.S. degree, helping you make progress while gaining experience.
Justin Valentino
Program Coordinator
In the tech world, the tools we use change every single year, but the ability to solve a problem never goes out of style. I teach my students that Networking and Cybersecurity are the ‘backbone’ of everything we do鈥攆rom hospitals to banks. My goal is to give students more than just a certificate; I want to give them the confidence to handle a crisis and the skills to learn new tech on the fly. We focus on hands-on training and the ethics of protecting people鈥檚 data, so when students graduate, they’re ready to integrate into the workforce.
Faculty with real-world experience.
Your instructors don鈥檛 just teach the material; they鈥檝e worked in the field. With experience in counseling, treatment programs and community outreach, they bring real examples and practical knowledge into every class. You鈥檒l learn what to expect and how to prepare for your first role in the field.
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| Program | Type of Credential | Curriculum Code | Department or Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| A.A.S. | 1416 | Computer Integrated Technologies |
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