Academics
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Find out more about the Cisco aligned courses offered at Illinois Central College.
The Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Certificate is designed to provide students with hands-on networking experience in enterprise-level networking that develops an advanced understanding of routing and switching technologies. Instruction includes, but is not limited to advanced knowledge of routing protocols, LAN protocols, WAN protocols, and further hands-on experience with enterprise-level network devices and their configurations. The certificate is career-focused and certification aligned aimed at helping students prepare for professional-level networking opportunities.
Degree
Certificate (Certificate Program)
Total Credit Hours: 15
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
Required Program Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| CMCIS 156 or | CCNA VOICE * or | 3 |
| CMCIS 157 or | CCNA WIRELESS * or | 3 |
| CMCIS 158 | CCNA SECURITY * | 3 |
| CMCIS 271 | CCNP ROUTE | 4 |
| CMCIS 273 | CCNP SWITCH | 4 |
| CMCIS 274 | CCNP TROUBLESHOOTING | 4 |
* See advisor for recommendations
Recommended Course Sequence
| Semester | Courses |
| Fall Semester 1 | CMCIS 271 |
| Spring Semester 1 | CMCIS 273; CMCIS 274; CMCIS 158 (only if CMCIS 156 or CMCIS 157 not completed) |
| Summer Semester | CMCIS 156 or CMCIS 157 (only if CMCIS 158 was not previously completed) |
Program Contact Information
Business, Legal, and Information Systems Department
Technology Center
Room 205
(309)694-5558
Illinois Career Cluster
Information Technology
Career Pathway:
Network Systems
Career Pathway
Pathway programs at ICC have a map that shows the courses/degree requirements that will lead students to their desired education and employment goals.
Career Cluster: Information Technology
Pathway: Network Systems
ICC Pathway: Networking
Early College
If you are a high school junior or senior, you can get a head start on your future by taking college-level courses now! Visit our Dual Credit webpage for a listing of area high schools with courses available.
CMCIS 151, 152, 153, 155 | Communication | English | Humanities | Lab Science/Mathematics | Social Science
Point of Entry
High School Diploma or GED
Getting Started: Apply to ICC | Paying for College | Career Information | Student Information
Certificate of Completion
Cisco Certified Network Associate(16 credit hours)
Industry Credentials
CCNA
Employment Information
Computer Network Architects, Computer Network Support Specialists$14-29/hr
Certificate of Completion
Cisco Certified Network Professional(15 credit hours)
Industry Credentials
CCNP
Employment Information
Computer Network Architects, Computer Network Support Specialists$14-29/hr
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Cisco Networking Specialist(63 credit hours)
Industry Credentials
CCNA, CCNP
Employment Information
Computer Network Architects, Computer Network Support Specialists$14-29/hr
Occupation Bachelor Degree Transfer Options
There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs.
Career Cluster Bachelor Degree Transfer Options
There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs.
General Bachelor Degree Transfer Options
General transfer agreements formalize the transfer process from ICC to other colleges and universities.
For additional transfer information:
Transfer Assistance
Useful Transfer Links
Transfer Agreements