01 ✓ Included
Cisco CCNP ENCOR (350-401)
Enterprise core: architecture, virtualisation, infrastructure, assurance, security and automation.
3 months 7 modules 180 labs
Course outline → TIER 2 · 6 MONTHS
SkillSync Network Engineer Tier 2
Enterprise core and carrier-grade backbone design for engineers moving into senior roles.
Included ✓ Cisco CCNP ENCOR (350-401)✓ MikroTik MTCINE
FromSenior Engineer
ToNetwork Architect
Typical pay*R28k–R65k/mo
What's included
2 certifications in one pathway
02 ✓ Included
MikroTik MTCINE
MikroTik Certified Inter-networking Engineer — BGP and MPLS for carrier-grade backbones.
5 days 4 modules 29 labs
Course outline → - Live, instructor-led classes
- Hands-on labs in Packet Tracer, GNS3 or CML
- A weekly theory and practical exam
- Streamed lessons and your progress in one place
Who it's for
Who this pathway is built for
Working network engineers
You hold a CCNA (or equivalent experience) and run production networks today.
ISP and WISP engineers
You run MikroTik in the field and need BGP and MPLS to grow the backbone.
Engineers moving into design
You want the architecture view — the step from senior engineer to architect.
What you'll be able to do
By the end of the pathway
- Design and troubleshoot enterprise campus and WAN architectures
- Work with OSPF, EIGRP and BGP in multi-area, multi-domain networks
- Understand virtualisation, SD-Access and SD-WAN concepts
- Automate with Python, REST APIs and model-driven programmability
- Build carrier-style BGP and MPLS backbones on MikroTik RouterOS
How it runs
6 months, in order
- Months 1–3 Cisco CCNP ENCOR The 350-401 core exam content, taught live with weekly labs.
- Months 4–6 MikroTik MTCINE and exam preparation BGP and MPLS on RouterOS, then revision for both exams.
First class: Tuesday, 26 January, CCNP ENCOR (350-401).
Before you start
What you need
- CCNA or equivalent hands-on experience
- A machine that can run GNS3 or CML
- Time each week for the live classes and labs
Questions
Good to know
Do I need the CCNA first?
You need CCNA-level knowledge. If you are not sure, tell us on the sign-up form and we will advise.
Ready to start on Tuesday, 26 January?
R 21 000. CCNP ENCOR + MTCINE included.
* Indicative monthly ranges for the South African market — general estimates only; actual pay varies by employer and region.