Is it a national technical qualification?

No, Level 2 is state-recognized private.

Network Administrator (Korea)

📚 Education By CampusDown Wiki Editorial Team Last updated October 26, 2026

Network Administrator is a Korean certification testing network setup and operation, TCP/IP, server operating systems and network equipment configuration, run by ICQA with a state-recognized Level 2.

Contents

1. Exams
2. Eligibility and jobs
3. FAQ
4. References

Exams

Level 2 has a multiple-choice written exam on TCP/IP, networking, server OS and devices, and a hands-on practical with tasks such as making LAN cables and configuring servers and routers. The practical must be taken within a set period after the written pass.

Eligibility and jobs

Level 2 is open to everyone, making it a popular IT starter. It leads to network engineer, systems operations and helpdesk roles; many follow with Linux Master or Engineer Information Security.

FAQ

Is it a national technical qualification?: No, Level 2 is state-recognized private.
Can humanities majors take it?: Yes.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-26

References

한국정보통신자격협회(ICQA) 네트워크관리사 검정요강. https://www.icqa.or.kr
자격기본법(국가공인 민간자격), 국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr

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