Austin Community College District

Tech credentials can lead to great-paying jobs with advancement potential. Earn a certificate in network administration and be job-ready in just one year.

Get Into the IT Field Quickly!

Gain hands-on skills with blocked courses and a paid internship. Turn your problem-solving and people skills into a great career with this accelerated program. 

How It Works

• Take classes in 16-week blocks, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., four days per week.
• Work a summer internship for real-world experience.
• Capital IDEA provides tuition assistance to qualified students.

Can I Continue My Training?

Network administration awards are designed to stack. Earn a certificate in local area network systems in as little as one year, then complete your Associate of Applied Science degree specializing in network administration or network security administration.

What is the Career ACCelerator?

Austin Community College and Capital IDEA are partners, providing support while you prepare for a great job in Austin’s growing tech industry. ACC provides self-paced training and stackable credentials. Capital IDEA offers financial assistance for tuition, books, and childcare.

Scholarship Opportunities

Sooch Foundation for Career ACCelerator Scholarship. Learn More.

Information Sessions

Attend a LAN Administrator Program Info Session. Sign Up.