Red Hat Systems Administration Program
Is Red Hat Systems Administration the right program for me?
Red Hat Systems Administration is the perfect program for people who want to stay on top of current technologies. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good technical aptitude and a knack for problem solving.
If the following qualities describe you, Red Hat Systems Administration might be a good program choice:
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- Interested in technology
- Like solving complex problems
- Good troubleshooting skills
- Detail oriented
- Enjoy working in a team environment
What's the job outlook?
Linux continues to experience rapid adoption among businesses, governments and academic institutions worldwide, and RedHat's Enterprise Linux is the most widely used Linux operating system in the commercial market. With this increasing popularity and diverse usage for Linux, the number of employers seeking candidates with proven Linux competency will only continue to increase.
Heald College is a subscriber to RedHat Academy, which offers the highest quality and most valuable Linux curriculum available. As the leading Linux distributor and most recognized Linux brand company, RedHat provides the ideal training ground for aspiring professionals.
What will I do with my education?
Graduates of Heald's Red Hat Systems Administration program take rewarding positions, such as LAN Administrator, WAN Administrator, Junior Network Administrator, Technical Support Specialist (Tier II and Tier III), and Network Support Technician. You'll also be prepared to pursue certification as a Red Hat Certified Technician (RHCT) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
On the job, you'll install and configure RedHat Linux, configure basic networking and file systems, perform essential RedHat Linux system administration, and configure basic host security. You'll set up client-side networking services, and carry out basic diagnostics and troubleshooting. With your Heald degree, you'll be prepared to experience great success in this rewarding field.
You'll get more than career training at Heald. You'll gain professional polish so you can be an asset your first day on the job. If you're interested in this program, you can pursue the following future educational options:
- Second Associate in Applied Science degree* in Information Technology with an emphasis in Red Hat Systems Administration
- Certificate of Completion in Information Technology with an emphasis in Red Hat Systems Administration
The above serves as a general overview for this program. For details, please refer to our
academic catalog. Program availability and educational options vary by campus.
* if you already hold an AAS degree from the select list of Heald programs identified in the Heald College catalog
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