Employment Outlook 2006-2016

Employment of network administrators is expected to increase by 27 percent from 2006 to 2016, which is much faster than the average due to the wide use of e-commerce and mobile technologies. This means that more companies will need network administrators who can help them use Internet technology.

Average Starting Salary in 2007
Help Desk Technician - $27,500 to $37,000 ($13.75/hr to $18.50/hr)
Network Administrators - $50,000 to $75,750 ($25.00/hr to $37.87/hr)

~ Cisco Career Pathways Map ~
Academy Model of Practice
Massachusetts Academy Profile

Cisco Networking Academy is a comprehensive e-learning program that enables students to develop valuable Information Technology skills for employment opportunities in the global economy. Since 1997, the Cisco Networking Academy has grown to reach over half a million students each year in more than 160 countries.

All students receive the same high-quality education, supported by online content and assessments, performance tracking, hands-on labs, and interactive learning tools.

The Cisco Academy Program at CNET provides students with state-of-the-art network training equipment. Students learn on routers and switches used by small companies, large companies and Internet Service Providers.