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SkillSync Network Engineer — Tier 2

“Learn Today. Connect Tomorrow. Lead Forever.”
6 Months R 25,000 R 21,000
Tier 2 pathway: TB Core to ENCOR, MTCINE
DURATION
6 Months
ENCOR + MTCINE
PROGRAMME FEE
R21,000
Flexible payment plans available
CERTIFICATIONS
2 Global
Cisco & MikroTik recognised
PRACTICAL LABS
300+
Carrier-grade hands-on exercises

Two advanced certifications. One senior-level pathway.

Network Engineer Tier 2 is designed for experienced networking professionals ready to move into senior engineering and service provider roles. It combines Cisco's advanced enterprise core technologies with MikroTik's most advanced routing certification to build carrier-grade design and troubleshooting skills.

Built for people who need to configure the thing.

Live Online Classes

After-hours delivery, so working professionals and full-time students can attend without disrupting their day.

Weekly Practical Activities

Applied every week — theory is never taught in isolation from configuration.

Practical Demonstrations

Instructor-led walkthroughs of every major configuration task.

Practice Assessments

Exam-style checkpoints throughout the programme, not just at the end.

Guided Lab Exercises

Structured, step-by-step labs that build toward independent troubleshooting.

Revision Sessions

Dedicated review before every certification exam.

Course NotesPractical Lab GuidePractice AssessmentsProprietary TextbooksPractical Workbooks

What's included, course by course.

CISCO

ENCOR

3 Months
  • Enterprise Routing & Switching
  • Wireless Networking
  • Enterprise Security
  • SD-WAN & SD-Access
  • Automation & APIs
  • Network Assurance
✓ CCNP Enterprise core exam
MIKROTIK

MTCINE

5 Days
  • Advanced BGP
  • MPLS Fundamentals
  • MPLS Traffic Engineering
  • VPLS
  • MPLS Layer 3 VPNs
  • Carrier-Grade Network Design
✓ Official exam included

From configuration to career.

Network / Routing EngineerR 18,000 – R28,000 /mo
Senior EngineerR 28,000 – R42,000 /mo
Network Architect / ConsultantR 42,000 – R65,000 /mo

Indicative monthly ranges for the South African market — general estimates only; actual pay varies by employer, region and experience.

Common questions, answered.

Do I need previous experience?

Yes — this is a senior-track pathway. Experience with enterprise routing/switching (e.g. CCNA level or equivalent) is recommended before starting ENCOR.

Are classes online?

Yes — delivered live by an instructor, with real-time interaction, demonstrations and guided lab work. Not pre-recorded video.

Can I study while working?

Yes. Classes are held after hours specifically to accommodate working professionals and full-time students.

Are certification exams included?

The official MikroTik MTCINE exam is included. The programme fee covers ENCOR instruction, labs and materials — speak to us about current Cisco exam voucher pricing.

Can I pay monthly?

Yes. Flexible payment plans are available for the full programme fee — speak to us about a schedule that suits you.

Do I need a laptop?

Yes — a laptop able to run the required configuration tools (including WinBox for MikroTik modules) and join live online sessions, with a stable internet connection.

Ready to start learning?

Speak to our academy team about enrolling in SkillSync Network Engineer — Tier 2.

“Learn Today. Connect Tomorrow. Lead Forever.”
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