Network Technician Training in Sacramento: Get Certified for Free with Climb Hire
IT training in Sacramento
Climb Hire's IT Support program trains low-income Sacramento adults for entry-level network technician jobs. During our fully remote program, you'll prepare for CompTIA A+ certification—the exact IT certification hiring managers are looking for when hiring for this role.
Free tuition, no exam fees
Tuition is fully covered for every student in the IT Support program, thanks to backing from government funding and philanthropic partners. Both CompTIA A+ exam vouchers are included too—fees that would otherwise add up to more than $500 out of pocket.
Job search support
Climb Hire builds significant career support into the program, which includes help creating a resume, mock interviews, and one-on-one job search support. That's a big part of why more than 80% of our alumni land a tech role within a year of finishing the program.
Climb Hire didn’t just help me through the cohort; when it was time to apply for my current role, the process was so hands-on in the resume and interview prep. They did so much prep with me, right up to two hours before the interview. Because they believed in me, it was easier to believe in myself. And when you’re sort of in a phase in life where you’re not really confident, it’s really helpful. Now, I’m in a position where I’m moving fast, I’m taking on more responsibility, and Climb Hire helped me get here.
IT Support program
Managers hiring network technicians overwhelmingly want to see CompTIA A+ certification on a resume. Climb Hire’s free IT Support program is built around that credential—with six months of live, instructor-led coursework leading up to both required A+ exams.
Here’s what you’ll cover:
- Hardware troubleshooting, software fixes, operating systems (Windows, MacOS, and Linux), and entry-level security work
- Network setup and connectivity, router configuration, plus the OS, mobile, cloud, and virtualization concepts
- Lab projects that prepare you for the real-world workflows of network support teams
- Optional add-on: the Google IT Support Professional Certificate alongside A+
You can expect to spend about 20 hours a week between live instruction and self-paced assignments. We also include soft skills training in the curriculum, so you'll have the know-how and confidence to land a job and launch your new IT career.
Getting hired after graduation
Every Climb Hire student gets dedicated job placement support.
That includes:
- A dedicated Career Development Advisor who works with you for six months after graduation
- Resume support and help fine-tuning your elevator pitch
- Mock interviews with detailed feedback to sharpen both your answers and your confidence
- A members-only Alumni Job Portal with curated openings and built-in application tracking
- A year-long LinkedIn Premium subscription for better networking
Climbers have gone on to launch careers at companies like IBM, Google, and top employers across Sacramento and the state.
Additional support
Focusing on your training is easier when basic needs are covered. That’s why Climb Hire partners with SNAP (CalFresh), so eligible students can access food assistance while they’re enrolled.
We’re also expanding support around childcare, reliable internet, and accommodations for students with different learning or testing needs.
Prerequisites
You’re eligible to apply if you:
- Live in California (or Colorado)
- Earn $30k a year or less
- Are between 24 and 40 years old
- Are authorized to work in the US
- Can commit 20 hours per week for six months
- Have a laptop with a working webcam and microphone
No prior tech experience required.
Meet our climbers
Elysia Brewster
Former: Substitute Teacher
Current: Loan Consultant Associate
“I always felt that my lack of higher education would prohibit me from getting a good job. At times I was even uncomfortable engaging with educated white people. I’ve worked since I was 15 years old, barely making ends meet. Through Climb Hire I was able to learn skills that would help me secure and land a great job. Thankfully, I am able to provide for my children and pave the way.”
Chris Randolph
Former: Customer Service
Current: Loan Processing Expert
"I️ started in the workforce at 18 years old but always doubted that I would be able to obtain a career I loved without a college education. Climb Hire has given me the confidence l needed to get my foot in the door at organizations that would have otherwise been out of reach. I'm excited to be starting a new journey with Better and look forward to staying connected with the Climb Hire community.”
Fiona Wen
Former: Stay-at-home Parent
Current: Loan Consultant Associate
“The reason I joined Climb Hire is because I wanted to be a financially independent woman. I wanted to prove to my family that I am worth more than being a stay home mom. It was a long journey of job hunting. I'm beyond grateful for my new role at Better.”
Karine Durand
Former: Family Assistant
Current: Marketing Associate
“Climb Hire really helped me discover the tools and habits to make my life more organized and efficient which translated really well to a corporate environment. In my new role as a Marketing Associate at BetterUp, I’ve been using a lot of the soft-skills concepts we learned, such as effectively communicating during group projects by establishing clear expectations and checking in with my project mates.”
Austin Sanchez
Former: Retail Sales
Current: Software Engineering Apprentice
"I lost my vision after eleven years of being able to see and it changed the way I make decisions. It wasn’t until I took the risk of joining the Climb Hire that I discovered the strength I gained from living with a disability. With all of these new skills I gained at Climb Hire, I was able to land a position with IBM as a Software Engineering Apprentice.”
Miguel Ruiz
Former: Food Worker
Current: Software Engineering Apprentice
"I️ worked as a cook in a Silicon Valley company's cafeteria for nearly six years. I felt stuck. Despite the adversities of having no formal education and English being my second language, I knew there was more in me. My Climb Hire community kept me strong and focused on my goal. I landed my first job in tech and am a Software Engineering Apprentice at Bluewolf, an IBM Company. I am so proud to be a Climber and an IBMer!”
Our San Francisco address
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San Francisco, CA 94114
San Francisco, CA 94114
Other options for network technician training in Sacramento
If Climb Hire’s free program isn't quite what you're looking for, here are some alternative network tech training providers in Sacramento to consider.
Through SkillUp's Sacramento catalog, you can enroll in Sierra College's Network Technician Certificate of Achievement, a part-time, in-person program at the Rocklin campus. The roughly seven-month course covers Cisco CCNA-aligned coursework and prepares you to step into network technician roles.
As a partner of ed2go, SCUSD offers an online network tech training solution via its Adult Education Fee-Based Program. You'll get CompTIA A+ certification training with support from a mentor or instructor.
ONLC offers network tech training in Sacramento through a CompTIA A+ prep course. You can choose between instructor-led online training classes or self-paced study, with the option to complete your coursework at a local ONLC center.
CITE (California IT in Education) provides a 10-week bootcamp for Sacramento learners seeking network technician training. The course is delivered via Zoom and covers A+ exam fundamentals and includes your certification exam vouchers.
CED Solutions' 10-day bootcamp-style training course covers both CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ certifications, with the choice of live instructor-led training or self-paced online formats. The program includes six months of lab access, exam vouchers, and an exam pass guarantee.
Network tech training at Sacramento universities and colleges
Calbright's IT Support program offers CompTIA A+ training to prepare you for network technician roles. Free to California residents, this self-paced course takes anywhere from three to 14 months to complete, depending on your schedule.
Asher College's Sacramento campus offers a Computer and Network Technician program that can be completed in as little as 11 months. You'll prepare for three CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, and Security+) through learning that combines on-campus labs with remote study.
SCC offers a PC Support Certificate that covers all CompTIA A+ exam objectives. Coursework includes local area networking, data communications, and a cybersecurity elective—preparing you for roles that range from PC support specialist to network support technician.
Yuba College offers a Network Security Certificate of Achievement at its Marysville campus, north of Sacramento. The program bundles 13 credits of information technology coursework, including A+, Network+, Security+, and Unix system management prep, a strong all-in-one path for network-focused IT roles.
American River College's part-time Computer Networking Management Certificate spans two semesters and 24 units. Coursework prepares students for the CompTIA Network+ exam and Microsoft's MCSE or MCSA certifications, leading to entry-level network management roles.