Top Networking Certifications to consider in 2025

Certifications are a great way to show your expertise in a certain field, and can help you get your next job, or even a promotion. We've asked our mentors to recommend the best certifications for you to consider in 2025.

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Cisco Certified Network Associate

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Passing this exam earns you the CCNA certification, and can also can be used towards your recertification goals.

Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (200-301 CCNA) v1.1 is a 120-minute exam that tests a candidate's knowledge and skills related to network fundamentals, network access, IP…

Networking Certification Coaching

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Consider reaching out to a coach specialized in Networking certifications. They can help you prepare for your exam, and provide you with the necessary resources to succeed. MentorCruise is the best place to find a coach for your Networking certification. Here are a few top picks:

Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engineer Professional Certificate

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87% of Google Cloud certified users feel more confident in their cloud skills*. This program provides the skills you need to advance your career as a network engineer and provides training to support your preparation for the industry-recognized
Google Cloud Professional Network Engineer
certifica…

Network+ (Plus) Certification

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CompTIA Network+ validates the core skills necessary to establish, maintain, troubleshoot and secure networks in any environment, preparing you for a rewarding career in networking and cybersecurity.

Prices start at $369 - $721.

Introduction to Networking

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In this course we will cover the basics of networking, introduce commonly used TCP/IP protocols and cover the fundamentals of an Ethernet network.
In addition, you’ll be equipped with the basic knowledge to understand the main data center requirements and how they can be fulfilled.

Upon successfu…

AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty

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This credential helps organizations identify and develop talent with critical skills for implementing cloud initiatives. Earning AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty validates expertise in designing and maintaining network architecture for the breadth of AWS services.

Prices start at $300.

Networking Workshop

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Consider joining a workshop specialized in Networking. Workshops are a great way to learn new skills, and get hands-on experience. MentorCruise is the best place to find a workshop for your Networking certification. Here are a few top picks:

Introduction to Secure Networking

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This course has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level positions in IT support. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to kickstart your career in the tech industry, it will provide you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel i…

Juniper Networks Certified Associate - Junos (JNCIA-Junos)

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The JNCIA-Junos is the associate-level certification for Juniper Networks technologies. It’s the first step required for those who want to take more advanced certifications from Juniper Networks in data center technologies, enterprise routing, and switching, or service provider routing and switchin…

Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate

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Demonstrate the design, implementation, and maintenance of Azure networking infrastructure, load balancing traffic, network routing, and more.

Prices start at $165.

SolarWinds Certified Professional

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Our certifications build on the foundation of a global network of thousands of SolarWinds Certified Professionals and focus on enabling the effective use of SolarWinds’ products.
Becoming a SolarWinds Certified Professional (SCP) ensures that you have the technical expertise to use and maintain Sol…

Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

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The Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Professional Certificate prepares students for entry level careers in cybersecurity, with an emphasis on learning the fundamentals of Networking, Network Security, Cloud Security, and Security Operations related to Palo Alto Networks Technology and the cybersecu…

Akamai Network Engineering Professional Certificate

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Are you interested in learning how large global network operations work? Does managing 30% of the internet traffic globally intrigue you? Then the Network Engineering certification is for you. The NOCC is a proactive monitoring and troubleshooting team that monitors and manages globally distribut…

The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking

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This course is designed to provide a full overview of computer networking. We’ll cover everything from the fundamentals of modern networking technologies and protocols to an overview of the cloud to practical applications and network troubleshooting.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

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