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Fundamentals of Networks
By learning the fundamentals of technology in our online Network Systems Administration degree, including working with industry hardware and software, and developing an understanding of networking and network maintenance, operations and network security and network analysis, you can turn your interest in technology into a reliable career. Highly qualified faculty and practical, in-field experience are combined with project-based courses and virtual labs that simulate real-world experiences with relevant applications.
- Network Administration Industry Certifications
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Institutional Accreditation and Industry Alignment
Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The online Network Systems Administration degree program is aligned with industry leaders such as CompTIA and Microsoft® IT Academy, you can feel confident pursuing optimum IT training and job outlook.
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Self Directed Assessments
Save time and money on your Network Systems Administration Associate's degree with self-directed assessments. These $149 online, interactive assessments allow you to show that you already achieved the skills and knowledge for a particular course and don't need to take it. We'll provide prep materials and you can work with a peer tutor to prepare at no additional cost. Learn more about self-directed assessments and other Knowledge Credit® options.
Network Systems Administration
Online Associate's Degree
Our Network Systems Administration degree online program helps provide the technical knowledge that is currently in demand. The growing digital economy means more computer networks, which are critical parts of nearly every organization. Businesses and the technology they utilize continue to change. From working with industry hardware and software to understanding networks, network maintenance and operations and network security, you can graduate with your online Network Systems Administration degree in as few as 18 months with the skills to start building a career in technology.1
Network Systems Administration Credentials Offered
Network Systems Administration
Associate's Degree
Finish in as few as
18 months1
Learning includes
- Online
- Campus Support and Resources
Intended for
Students who are curious about networks and technology as a means to problem-solve and optimize workflow. Students that are interested in advancing into an entry-level position that offers job security and a path for advancement.
Prepares you for
Network administrator, systems/network analyst, information security specialist, network technician and network and operations support specialist
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What Does My Educational Path Look Like?
Designed with motivated learners like you in mind, our ladder approach to education makes it easy to earn the credentials that you need. At Rasmussen University, our Cyber Security programs stack together into one cohesive Cyber Security ladder system. This means that you’re earning more than credits—you’re earning every credential along the way. No matter where you start, credits transfer from one credential to the next: Network Support Certificate to Network Systems Administration Associate's degree to Cyber Security Bachelor's degree.
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Turn Your Online Network Systems Administration Education into a Career
We’ve made advancing your technology education easier by offering network administrator courses online that fit into a busy working schedule. Through career-focused curriculum, practical online network administrator training and hands-on opportunities in your classes, you can prepare for a successful career across a wide range of industries. Our cutting-edge curriculum is also designed to help prepare students to complete certification exam requirements prior to sitting for industry certifications such as the Cisco® CCNA, CompTIA® A+ (parts 1 and 2), CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+ and Microsoft® Windows 10 MD-100 exams.3 5 Rasmussen University will reimburse you for the exam application fee.2 When you’re ready to advance your education and expertise even further, you can transfer your Associate’s degree credits into our online Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security.
Here is an overview of your potential career field with a Network Systems Administration degree.
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
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BLS Projected Growth 2020–2030: 6
5%
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BLS Typical Entry-Level Education
- Bachelor's Degree