Get the Skills to Be a Network and Computer Systems Administrator Certificate and Degree Program in Dallas

Network Administrator Career Training with Cisco CCNA Certification in Dallas, Las Vegas and Sacramento

Program - At a Glance

Program Length Certificate 12-17 months, Degree 18-23 months
Start Dates Classes Start Monthly
Industry Certifications 7 CompTIA & 1 Cisco
Financial Aid Federal Financial Aid & Veteran Benefits are available to who qualify

If you’re interested in advanced networking and getting ahead in a professional IT career, this program could be the right fit.

Learn directly from experienced industry professionals and earn important industry certifications like Network+ & Cisco CCNA as you go.

As a graduate of this program, you’ll have a firm grasp on advanced networking and cybersecurity concepts and be fully prepared to pursue rewarding careers in Network Administration in as little as 12 months*.

With experience you could even advance into Network Engineering.

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Network and Computer Systems Administration

Dallas Campus

Asher College’s Dallas Campus opened in 2012, and its graduates are now employed throughout the Dallas region. We provide classroom and hands-on training experience that focuses on the skills identified by our Dallas advisory board made up of local Dallas employers.

Vocational College

When you choose Asher College in Dallas for your education and training, you will join the many Asher alumni currently employed in and around the region.

Trade School

As a student in Dallas at Asher College, you will have access to our facilities and resources, personalized instruction from experienced faculty, and the support of staff and fellow students, and as a graduate of Asher College, you will be positioned for numerous employment opportunities.

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Flexible Training Options

At Asher College, our programs are designed to fit the needs of busy adult learners.

Choose from convenient day, evening and weekend classes. Build the schedule that works best for you.

For further convenience, because Asher College is a testing center, our students can pursue important industry certifications onsite as part of their program and in less time. As an IT student with Asher, you can earn certifications while you’re still in school and be qualified to apply for relevant jobs even before you graduate.

Becoming a Network and Computer Systems Administrator

When you train as a Network and Computer Systems Administrator, you’ll gain the fundamental skills you need to pursue your new IT career. Upon graduation, you’ll enter the professional world with hands-on training in the following 4 core areas and top it off with additional Cisco networking knowledge.

1. Computer Repair and Maintenance

Train in the fundamentals of PC Repair and Maintenance and learn the skills to troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix PC hardware issues. Employers require well-rounded IT personnel who are able to not only deploy a network and fix software issues but who can also make sure that the basic business hardware is running smoothly.

2. Computer and Network Security

Learn the essentials of network and cybersecurity. You’ll get trained in the essential principles of network security and risk management. You’ll also be able to perform network threat analysis, configure network systems to secure applications, and understand the policies and regulations around network security.

3. Networking Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of network setup, maintenance, and repair. You’ll be able to explain the purpose of a range of networking concepts and implement them appropriately. You’ll also know how to implement proper network policies to ensure stability and business continuity. In addition to other skills, you’ll also get trained in proper cabling and physical network storage techniques.

4. CompTIA Stackable Certifications

The PC Repair and Maintenance course, paired with the Networking Fundamentals course also prepares students for their CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications. Together these two courses in the Infrastructure Specialist pathway will help our students earn their CompTIA IT Operations Specialist credential.
Additionally, earning the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications helps our students break into the CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway by gaining the CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist credential.

5. Advanced Networking

These final two technical courses help students develop a comprehensive foundation for designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting modern computer networks, on the scale from small business networks to enterprise networks, with an emphasis in hands-on learning and essential career skills like problem-solving and collaboration in a Cisco Networking environment.

Certification Courses

Prerequisite(s): NA

Students will learn about computer and mobile device hardware, including storage devices, backup media, power supplies, CPU’s, memory, display devices, adapter cards, cooling methods, installation and configuring peripherals, and maintenance. They will gain hands-on experience using networking technology, hardware, virtualization, cloud computing, and network troubleshooting. Certification*: CompTIA A+ (*when paired with successfully completing the CompTIA 220-1002 exam.)

Prerequisite(s): PCS110 PC Support Level 1

Students will continue to build on their PCS110 knowledge by expanding their understanding of operating systems, networking, security, and software troubleshooting. Certification*: CompTIA A+ (*when paired with successfully completing the CompTIA 220-1001 exam.)

Prerequisite(s): PCS111 PC Support Level 2

Students will learn to design and implement networks, configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices, use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks, implement network security, standards, and protocols, troubleshoot network problems and identify the benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations, and support the creation of virtualized networks. Certification: CompTIA Network +.

Prerequisite(s): NA

Students will be able to deploy and maintain Windows OS on a single computer, configure system connectivity, & manage devices and data.

Prerequisite(s): NET102 Introduction to Networking

Students will be able to apply cybersecurity risk mitigation concepts to execute appropriate level security responses. They will practice analyzing and differentiating malware, social engineering, wireless and application attacks along with the use and application of cryptography concepts, tools, and products. This foundational course also includes procedures to establish host, application, and data security along with authentication services, authorization, and access control. Certification: CompTIA, Security+

Prerequisite(s): NET102 Introduction to Networking

Students will understand the operation of Cisco data networks, implement a switched network, and an IP addressing scheme and services to meet network requirements for a small branch office. The student will understand the administrative tasks required for a WLAN, implement and verify WAN links, and learn to identify and mitigate security threats to a network. This course has no industry exam but is part one of the two Asher courses that prepare for the Cisco CCNA certification.

Prerequisite(s): CNC101 Advanced Networking Level 1

Students will be able to configure and troubleshoot basic operation and routing on Cisco devices, verify and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and Interswitch communications, implement an IP addressing scheme and IP services to meet network requirements on a medium-size enterprise branch office network. Skills developed in this course include network fundamentals and access, IP connectivity and services, security fundamentals, automation, and programmability. Certification: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Additional Courses Needed for Degree

GE101 Critical Thinking*
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to comprehend, analyze, and create inductive and deductive arguments. This course presents a variety of topics essential to a student’s development in critical thinking in addition to arguments, such as informal fallacies, modes of persuasion, perspective and bias, language and meaning, culminating in the development of reasonable strategies for belief formation. *This is an elective course. Students may substitute for GE107 Introduction to Psychology.

GE102 Business Communication
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to develop all types of business communication including letters, memos, electronic communication, written reports, oral presentations, and interpersonal communication. The course also includes topics of resumes, application letters, interviewing tips, and employment follow-up documents.

GE103 Business Math
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to apply math fundamentals to business applications.  Topics include a basic math review, business statistics, profit calculations, payroll, banking, interest calculations, insurance, taxes, and other business topics.

GE104 Introduction to Business
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to understand business in an increasingly global society with an introduction to business terminology, concepts, environments, systems, strategies, and current issues. Topics include an overview of the business environment, business ethics, entrepreneurship, global business, management, marketing, production, information systems, and financial elements of business.

GE105 Principles of Management*
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to apply effective management principles to today’s dynamic business environment. Students will gain an understanding of the Principles of Management within the dimensions of the planning-organizing-leading-controlling (P-O-L-C) framework. Topics include roles of personality and values in determining work behaviors, setting goals and objectives, and communication within organizations. In addition, students will define organizational culture, structure, and change while examining the role of strategic human resource management (SHRM). *This is an elective course. Students may substitute for GE108 Leadership.

GE106 American Government
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to understand the intricacies of the Constitution, the complexities of federalism, the meanings of civil liberties, and the conflicts over civil rights. This course explains how people are socialized to politics, acquire and express opinions, and participate in political life; describes interest groups, political parties, and elections—the intermediaries that link people to government and politics; details the branches of government and how they operate; and shows how policies are made and affect people’s lives. Nevada Students also take a Nevada Constitution course.

GE107 Introduction to Psychology*
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to intelligently discuss intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and understand theories of motivation proposed for instincts, drive reduction, self-efficacy, and social motives. In this course, students will learn about the history and understand the score of study in the field of industrial and organizational psychology. *This is an elective course. Students may substitute for GE101 Critical Thinking.

GE108 Leadership*
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the certificate-level courses

Students will be able to understand and apply leadership’s crucial skill areas; those related to the foundational elements, conceptual elements, human elements, technical elements, and political elements of effective leadership. Students will hone their skill bases in these areas through assessing their own level of competence in each skill and practicing the skills to improve their leadership effectiveness. * This is an elective course. Students may substitute for GE105 Principles of Management.

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Associate Degree Option Available

Want to take your education to the next level? Take these six additional classes (4 weeks each) and earn your Associate of Applied Science Degree in Network and Computer Systems Administration:

  • Critical Thinking or Introduction to Psychology
  • Business Communication
  • Business Math
  • Introduction to Business
  • Principles of Management or Leadership
  • American Government
  • Nevada Constitution (Nevada students only)

By completing an Associate Degree, you’ll demonstrate to employers that you’re ready for supervisory or management responsibilities based on the additional investment that you’ve made in your education. We’re also willing to accept transfer credits from other institutions on a case-by-case basis.

Real-World Experience - Learn Hands-On in PC Repair Clinic

Gain first-hand practical experience and job preparation in on-campus PC clinics. Every week Asher College hosts a PC clinic where free repairs are offered to the community. Work in the PC Repair Clinic gives you a chance to see how you would deal with various situations while on the job.

You’ll feel confident and capable when you’re able to successfully make PC repairs and will enter the professional arena armed with real-world experience.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Network and Computer Systems Administration Program, you may find work in positions including:

  • Help Desk
  • PC Support Specialist
  • Desktop Support Engineer
  • Network Support Specialist
  • Network Technician
  • And more!

Funding Options Available

Financial Aid: Funding Your Career Training

We offer Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Veteran training benefits. Our Financial Aid administrators and VA School Certifying Officials will work with you to find the best financial solution to fit your needs. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. To learn more, visit our Financial Aid page.

Veterans Education Benefits: Asher College is rated a Military Friendly® school. For over 15 years, Viqtory Media’s ranking of Military Friendly® schools has helped veterans take their education into their own hands when choosing which schools afford them the best opportunities. Military Benefits Accepted at Asher College include Chapters 31, 33, and 35. To learn more, visit our Veterans Education benefits page.

Is Focused Network Administration Career Training Right for You?

If you’re interested in learning more about a rewarding careers in computer networking and exploring whether training with Asher College is right for you, fill out the form on this page for more information.

A helpful Asher College Career Advisor will assist with everything from career questions to financial aid and help you discover the perfect career path for you.

For immediate questions, give us a call at: 888-211-8829

Frequently Asked Questions

Getting started in IT doesn’t require knowing everything upfront. Most people begin by learning foundational skills: troubleshooting, networking basics, and systems, before specializing later. IT is one of the few fields where you can start broad, gain confidence, and then choose a direction as you grow. If you’re curious, motivated, and willing to learn, you’re already qualified to take the first step.

For many people, IT offers stability, flexibility, and long-term growth. Technology is part of nearly every industry, which means IT skills remain in demand. Whether you’re changing careers or starting fresh, IT can offer multiple paths; not just one narrow role.

Yes. Many people enter IT with no prior experience. Entry-level IT roles are designed to build skills on the job, especially when paired with structured training and certifications. What matters most is learning the fundamentals and developing problem-solving confidence.

A four-year degree is not always required to work in IT. Many employers value skills, certifications, and hands-on ability. Career-focused IT training programs help students build job-ready skills without spending years in school.

For beginners, a foundational certification like CompTIA A+ is often a strong starting point. This certification introduces core IT concepts and help you understand where your interests lie before choosing a specialization like networking or cybersecurity.

IT training timelines vary, but many courses are designed to be completed in just a few months, and programs can be completed in less than two years, allowing students to gain employable skills quickly while continuing to build experience over time.

Cybersecurity and IT are closely connected, not competing paths. Many cybersecurity professionals begin in IT roles to build foundational knowledge before specializing. Starting in IT can give you broader flexibility and a stronger long-term foundation.

Asher’s offers both a diploma/certificate and an AAS degree option with additional coursework.

The certificate takes 12 months (at 24 hours per week), 17 months (at 18 hours per week), or 25 months (at 12 hours per week), and the AAS portion adds about 6 months.

The curriculum aligns with CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, IT Operations Specialist, Secure Infrastructure Specialist, Network Infrastructure Professional, and the Cisco CCNA certification.

You will train in PC repair and maintenance, networking fundamentals, PC and network security, and advanced Cisco networking concepts.

Common paths include help desk, PC support, desktop support engineer, network support specialist, and network repair technician roles.

Yes, you practice in numerous labs and the weekly on-site PC Repair Clinic for those who choose to participate.

Financial aid is available for those who qualify, including FAFSA and veteran education benefits.

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Asher College Locations

Asher College has 3 accredited campus locations in Nevada, Texas, and California. Each of our campuses provides a unique learning experience, helping you become a career-ready professional. Explore your career options today!

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