The network field is perhaps one of the fastest growing fields of expertise in the industry, and several certifications are available in the Network field, including the CompTIA Network + certification. Networking is the most integral component of information security today and network knowledge is a requirement to be a proficient information cyber security specialist.

CompTIA Network+ prepares networking professionals to earn vendor-neutral certifications in other areas of expertise. A certification by CompTIA, Network+ (N+), helps demonstrate a person’s knowledge in TCP/IP, managing a network, network operating systems, and installing and upgrading networks.

The CompTIA Network+ certification ensures that the successful candidate has the important knowledge and skills necessary to:

• Design and implement functional networks
• Configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices
• Use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks
• Identify benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations
• Implement network security, standards, and protocols
• Troubleshoot network problems
• Support the creation of virtualized networks

Prerequisite:

Required: There are no required prerequisites for Network+ certification.
Recommended: It is recommended for CompTIA Network+ candidates to have the following:

1. CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge, though
2. CompTIA A+ certification is not required.

Have at least 9 to 12 months of work experience in IT Networking

Course objectives:

• Network Concepts
• Networking Infrastructure
• Network Operations
• Network Security
• Network Troubleshooting and Tools

SQA Framework:

The CompTIA N + program also offers a number of shorter curricula that are related to SQA standalone HN Units. These are also assessed by means of restricted response questions and practical labs and so can give credit transfer to complete units. Learner can earn up to 40 credits upon passing all exams successfully.

Funding Available:

Course funding: SAAS: Scottish Awards Agency for Scotland

This course is funded by SAAS part time funding which is available to eligible individuals only;

SAAS General funding eligibility requirement:

1. You have to be a resident of Scotland
2. Either employed and earning less than 25k a year or can be unemployed as well.
3. Have not used the SAAS funding in this Academic Year.

Other criteria;

• Students do not need to pay it back as this is a grant not a loan.
• This funding is different from the full time funding which can be applied by someone who previously granted for a degree, postgrad or any other full time studies (HNC/HND) etc.
• Part time funding cannot be received on a same session if one is already receiving any part/full time funding for other courses.
• Part Time funding can only be used for one course per academic year.
• SAAS part time funding academic year starts from Aug to July.

For more information on this, please visit the below link;

https://www.saas.gov.uk/_forms/funding_guide.pdf

To check your funding eligibility:

Please follow the below link to check if you qualify for the course funding;

https://www.saas.gov.uk/part-time/undergraduate-funding