This comprehensive program covers LPI Linux essentials as well as instruction and practical application of skills necessary for LPIC-1 certification. The course covers the objectives of both the 101-500 and 101-500 exams and offers an interactive learning experience in system architecture, GNU and UNIX commands, interfaces and desktops, writing scrips, configuring bsic networking and security systems.
Learners who complete this course would have opportunities to be Junior Linux Administrators, Junior Network Administrators, or Junior Linux Database Administrators.
The LPI Linux Essentials certification is a beginner-level exam focusing on developing principles in the IT industry using LPI technology. This certification is ideal for those looking to make a career in Linux systems administration. The LPI 010-160 certification proves that the candidate has the skill set that can help you stand out to hiring managers or your management team.
LPIC-1 certification is the first certification in LPI's multi-level Linux professional certification program. The LPIC-1 certification validates a candidate's ability to install and configure a computer running Linux and configure basic networking. The LPIC 1 certification consists of two exams:
This program covers the following key areas and topics:
As part of this program, Learners will complete the following hands-on labs and activities:
After completing this program, learners will have the option to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field.
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Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1 Certification |
Regardless if you elect to pursue national certification or not, if you enroll and successfully complete this program, assuming you pass a background check and drug screen, you will have guaranteed access to our Ready to Work (RTW) Job and Externship Placement services. All students who successfully complete this program (and pass a background check and drug screen) will have access to the RTW Externship or Job placement services at no additional cost.
Please note that if you choose Ready to Work (RTW) Externship Placement, you must be available to attend your RTW Externship on a full-time or part-time basis, Monday through Friday, between 7am - 5pm (minimum of 4 hours per day) for 2, 3, 4 or 5 days per week. Evening and weekend externships are not available, with the exception of Pharmacy Technician, which may have evening and weekend opportunities. Externships must be completed in person at the employer facility during the scheduled hours. With the exception of Medical Billing & Coding (MBC) students, remote externships are not available. Additionally, remote RTW Job Placements are very limited. Students have 6 months from course completion to request RTW placement services. After 6 months, a refresher course is required to be eligible for RTW placement services.