Basic Certification Courses

CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

Google IT Support Professional Certificate (Available on Coursera)

Google IT Support Professional Certificate (Available on Coursera)

Ideal For: Absolute beginners with no IT experience.
Covers: Basic IT concepts, networking, security, and troubleshooting.
Why It’s Great: Helps you decide if IT is the right career path before committing to more advanced certifications.

Google IT Support Professional Certificate (Available on Coursera)

Google IT Support Professional Certificate (Available on Coursera)

Google IT Support Professional Certificate (Available on Coursera)

Ideal For: Beginners interested in IT support and help desk roles.
Covers: Troubleshooting, networking, system administration, security, and customer service.
Why It’s Great: Can lead to jobs at Google and other companies through Google's hiring partners.

CompTIA A+ (Highly Recommended for IT Support Roles)

Google IT Support Professional Certificate (Available on Coursera)

CompTIA A+ (Highly Recommended for IT Support Roles)

Ideal For: Aspiring IT technicians and help desk professionals.
Covers: Hardware, software, troubleshooting, networking, and basic cybersecurity.
Why It’s Great: Industry-recognized certification for entry-level IT jobs like Help Desk Technician or IT Support Specialist.

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

CompTIA A+ (Highly Recommended for IT Support Roles)

Ideal For: Those interested in cloud computing careers.
Covers: Basic cloud computing concepts and Microsoft Azure services.
Why It’s Great: Introduces cloud computing, which is a high-demand skill in IT.

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST)

Ideal For: Beginners interested in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud computing.
Covers: Cloud concepts, AWS services, pricing, and security.
Why It’s Great: A great first step into cloud technology.

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST)

deal For: Beginners looking to enter networking or cybersecurity.
Covers: Networking basics, troubleshooting, and security concepts.
Why It’s Great: Introduces fundamental networking knowledge without the difficulty of CCNA.

Advanced Certification Courses

CompTIA Network+ (Great for Networking Careers)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Great for Networking & IT Admins)

CompTIA Security+ (Best for Cybersecurity Beginners)

Ideal For: Those wanting to build a career in networking or preparing for Cisco CCNA.
Covers: Network infrastructure, troubleshooting, routing, switching, and security.
Why It’s Great: Provides a strong foundation in networking without requiring deep technical expertise.

CompTIA Security+ (Best for Cybersecurity Beginners)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Great for Networking & IT Admins)

CompTIA Security+ (Best for Cybersecurity Beginners)

Ideal For: IT professionals interested in security and entry-level cybersecurity jobs.
Covers: Threats, vulnerabilities, risk management, cryptography, and network security.
Why It’s Great: Required for many government IT security jobs and DoD-approved.

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Great for Networking & IT Admins)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Great for Networking & IT Admins)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) (For Cloud Admins)

Ideal For: Those pursuing networking careers or working in IT support.
Covers: Routing & switching, IP addressing, security basics, automation, and troubleshooting.
Why It’s Great: Highly respected in the networking industry and a stepping stone to advanced Cisco certs.

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) (For Cloud Admins)

Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1) or CompTIA Linux+ (For Linux Enthusiasts)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) (For Cloud Admins)

Ideal For: Those with Azure fundamentals (AZ-900) looking to specialize in cloud administration.
Covers: Azure services, storage, networking, identity management, and monitoring.
Why It’s Great: Opens doors to cloud computing roles.

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (For Cloud Computing Careers)

Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1) or CompTIA Linux+ (For Linux Enthusiasts)

Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1) or CompTIA Linux+ (For Linux Enthusiasts)

Ideal For: IT professionals wanting to specialize in AWS architecture and solutions.
Covers: Cloud architecture, networking, storage, security, and cost optimization in AWS.
Why It’s Great: A top-tier certification for cloud professionals and highly in demand.

Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1) or CompTIA Linux+ (For Linux Enthusiasts)

Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1) or CompTIA Linux+ (For Linux Enthusiasts)

Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1) or CompTIA Linux+ (For Linux Enthusiasts)

Ideal For: Those working with Linux systems or planning to be a Linux administrator.
Covers: Linux command-line, file management, system administration, networking, and scripting.
Why It’s Great: Many enterprise servers run on Linux, making this a valuable skill.

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (For Google Cloud Platform Enthusiasts)

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (For Google Cloud Platform Enthusiasts)

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (For Google Cloud Platform Enthusiasts)

Ideal For: Those managing Google Cloud services or working with cloud-based applications.
Covers: Cloud computing, networking, security, and automation within Google Cloud.
Why It’s Great: Helps with cloud-related roles and is a good alternative to AWS/Azure.

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (For Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals)

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (For Google Cloud Platform Enthusiasts)

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (For Google Cloud Platform Enthusiasts)

Ideal For: Those interested in penetration testing and ethical hacking.
Covers: Hacking tools, penetration testing, cryptography, social engineering, and cybersecurity laws.
Why It’s Great: Recognized worldwide for cybersecurity roles.

Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP)

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer (For Google Cloud Platform Enthusiasts)

Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer (PCEP)

Ideal For: Those interested in coding or software development.
Covers: Basic Python programming concepts, syntax, and coding logic.
Why It’s Great: A simple introduction to programming with Python.