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Test Name: Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification

Description: To earn your CCNA certification, you must pass the 200-301 CCNA exam. This
120-minute exam tests your knowledge of:

CCNA certification proves you have what it takes to navigate the ever-changing landscape of IT.
CCNA exam covers networking fundamentals, IP services, security fundamentals, automation
and programmability. Designed for agility and versatility, CCNA validates that you have the skills
required to manage and optimize today's most advanced networks.

The CCNA training course and exam give you the foundation to take your career in any
direction. When you certify with Cisco, you are living proof of the standard and rigor that
businesses recognize and trust to meet and exceed market demands.

Structure: Bundle Details

This 180-day E-Learning and Exam Voucher bundle includes the following:

Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) v1.0 - $800 USD MSRP
(180-day subscription)

The Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) v1.0 course gives you a broad
range of fundamental knowledge for all IT careers. You will learn how to install, operate,
configure, and verify basic IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

For additional features and benefits, visit the Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions
(CCNA) v1.0 product page.

Cisco Exam Review: CCNA - $79 USD MSRP

(180-day subscription)

The Cisco Exam Review: CCNA helps you prepare for the CCNA exam. As you approach your
exam date this review tool can help you evaluate your knowledge and skills. It contains nearly
300 questions, including 15 lab exercises. All of the items were built to assess your proficiency
in the core knowledge areas of the CCNA.

CCNA (200-301) Exam Voucher - $300 USD MSRP

(Valid for 180 days from purchase date*)

The 200-301 CCNA exam is required for the new CCNA certification. As part of the CCNA
Preparation Bundle, you will receive a promo code from Learning@Cisco that is redeemable
through Pearson VUE for 100 percent off of the price of the 200-301 CCNA certification exam (a
$300.00 USD value).

Purpose of Exam: A Cisco certification can help you become more skilled and marketable in
your technical career. This course will help you: Learn the knowledge and skills to install,
configure, and operate a small- to medium-sized network Gain a foundation in the essentials of
networking, security, and automation

Fees: $995.00

Who can take: This course is designed for anyone seeking CCNA certification. The course also
provides foundational knowledge for all support technicians involved in the basic installation,
operation, and verification of Cisco networks.

The job roles best suited to the material in this course are:

Entry-level network engineer

Network administrator
Network support technician
Help desk technician

Schedule: Instructor-led training: 5 days in the classroom and 3 days of self-study

Virtual instructor-led training: Equivalent of 5 days of classroom instruction and 3 days of self-study

E-learning: Equivalent of 8 days of classroom instruction

First date to test: September 20, 2023

Location and Authorized Testing Center:

Cisco Partner : TRENDS AND TECHNOLOGIES, INC ( VIRTUAL CLASSROOM )
8TH FLOOR TRAFALGAR PLAZA
105 HV DELA COSTA STREET
SALCEDO VILLAGE CITY
MAKATI CITY, 1227 PHILIPPINES
www.trends.com.ph
+63288118181

There are 363 partners serving in Philippines

Accepting Institutions: The CCNA certification is recognized globally; meaning that in almost
every place you go, your work will remain relevant.

Requirements: Entry-level network engineer, Network administrator , Network support

technician , Help desk technician

Other related info:

First date to test: September 20, 2023

Course duration
Instructor-led training: 5 days in the classroom and 3 days of self-study
Virtual instructor-led training: Equivalent of 5 days of classroom instruction and 3 days of self-study

How you'll benefit

Course details
Objectives
Identify the components of a computer network and describe their basic characteristics
Understand the model of host-to-host communication
Describe the features and functions of the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS®) software
Describe LANs and the role of switches within LANs
Describe Ethernet as the network access layer of TCP/IP and describe the operation of switches
Install a switch and perform the initial configuration
Describe the TCP/IP Internet layer, IPv4, its addressing scheme, and subnetting
Describe the TCP/IP Transport layer and Application layer
Explore functions of routing
Implement basic configuration on a Cisco router
Explain host-to-host communications across switches and routers
Identify and resolve common switched network issues and common problems associated with
IPv4 addressing
Describe IPv6 main features and addresses, and configure and verify basic IPv6 connectivity
Describe the operation, benefits, and limitations of static routing
Describe, implement, and verify Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) and trunks
Describe the application and configuration of inter-VLAN routing
Explain the basics of dynamic routing protocols and describe components and terms of Open
Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Explain how Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) work
Configure link aggregation using EtherChannel
Describe the purpose of Layer 3 redundancy protocols
Describe basic WAN and VPN concepts
Describe the operation of Access Control Lists (ACLs) and their applications in the network
Configure Internet access using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) clients and explain
and configure Network Address Translation (NAT) on Cisco routers
Describe basic Quality of Service (QoS) concepts
Describe the concepts of wireless networks, which types of wireless networks can be built, and
how to use Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs)
Describe network and device architectures and introduce virtualization
Introduce the concept of network programmability and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and
describe smart network management solutions such as Cisco DNA Center™, Software-Defined
Access (SD-Access), and Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN)
Configure basic IOS system monitoring tools
Describe the management of Cisco devices
Describe the current security threat landscape
Describe threat defense technologies
Implement a basic security configuration of the device management plane
Implement basic steps to harden network devices
Prerequisites
Before taking this course, you should have:

Basic computer literacy

Basic PC operating system navigation skills
Basic Internet usage skills
Basic IP address knowledge
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNA certification, but you should make sure to have a good
understanding of the exam topics.

Everything You Need to Know About Cisco Certifications and Learning Paths
A Cisco certification can help you become more skilled and marketable in your technical career.
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Expert-Level Certification
The expert-level certifications further your career with more challenging exams testing an
advanced level of hands-on knowledge and skills. You can pursue any one of seven certifications.
For each, you must pass two exams: a qualifying written exam and a practical hands-on lab exam.

CCDE. Aimed at expert-level network design engineers and network team leaders, the Cisco
Certified Design Expert certification tests your ability to create network infrastructure for large
customer networks. At 120 minutes, the core exam consists of 90 to 110 questions. At eight hours,
the hands-on exam challenges you to design and develop a network infrastructure.

CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure. The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Enterprise Infrastructure
certification judges your ability to work with more complex network infrastructures at large
enterprise companies. The core exam runs 120 minutes, while the hands-on exam lasts eight
hours.

CCIE Enterprise Wireless. The CCIE Enterprise Wireless certification tests your experience
working with wireless network tools and services. The core exam runs 120 minutes. The hands-on
exam lasts eight hours and asks you to plan, design and set up an enterprise-level wireless
network.

CCIE Data Center. The CCIE Data Center certification confirms your skill set at developing
complex network services for a data center. The core exam lasts 120 minutes. At eight hours, the
hands-on exam asks you to plan, design and set up a complex network within a data center.

CCIE Security. The CCIE Security certification confirms your ability to design security
environments for a network. The core exam lasts 120 minutes. The eight-hour hands-on exam
requires you to design and deploy security tools and technologies for an entire network.

CCIE Service Provider. The CCIE Service Provider certification tests your ability to design the right
type of networking services for a Cisco customer. The core exam lasts 120 minutes. The hands-on
exam runs eight hours.

CCIE Collaboration. The CCIE Collaboration certification covers your experience with Cisco’s
collaborative tools and technologies. The core exam lasts 120 minutes. The hands-on exam runs
eight hours and challenges you to design and deploy collaboration services for an enterprise
customer.

The three most popular certifications at this level are CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, CCIE Security
and CCIE Data Center, according to Cisco.

Architect-Level Certification
Now retired, this level offered certification as a Cisco Certified Architect. Cisco is no longer
accepting new CCAr applicants, according to a company spokesperson. However, existing CCArs
will be provided with CCAr Lifetime Emeritus status to recognize their achievement.

Specialist Certifications
The specialist certifications are available for people who want to focus on a specific area, such as
collaboration, the data center or network architecture. This level offers seven certifications:

Cisco Unified Contact Center Enterprise Specialist.

Cisco and NetApp FlexPod Design Specialist.
Cisco and NetApp FlexPod Implementation and Administration Specialist.
Cisco Business Architecture Analyst.
Cisco Customer Success Manager.
Cisco Renewals Manager.
Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist.
None of the certifications have a prerequisite. You must pass two exams to gain the Cisco Unified
Contact Center Enterprise Specialist certification; the others require one exam.

Cisco Certification Learning Paths

The learning paths for Cisco certification vary by level, concentration, and your existing knowledge
and experience. As one example, someone who wants a job working with networks in a data
center might start with the entry-level CCT Data Center certification, potentially move to the
professional-level CCNP Data Center certification as a core focus and finish with the expert-level
CCIE Data Center certification. But you don’t have to follow a path from one level to the next.

“Individuals can become certified in any level without needing to be certified in any lower-level
certification,” says Brad Haynes, a client solutions specialist at training firm Global Knowledge. “If
candidates feel they have the suggested prerequisites, they can enter at any level for certification.”

Why Pursue a Cisco Certification?

Many companies, especially large ones, use Cisco products in their technology infrastructure, says
Art Zeile, CEO of DHI Group, parent company of career site Dice. Technologists who earn Cisco
certifications show that they have the skills to work with these products, giving them an advantage
when competing for jobs in a crowded field.

“As we’ve seen repeatedly, specialization can be an important component in unlocking higher
salaries and other benefits,” says Zeile. “Employers don’t want to lose technologists who have
highly valuable knowledge that can take years (and an enormous amount of effort) to learn.”

As more companies turn to the cloud to run their businesses, they become increasingly dependent
on vendors like Cisco, which makes the underlying networking hardware and software. If you’re
pursuing a career as a network professional, a Cisco certification can help you stand out at your
company and in the job market.

But with so many Cisco certifications available, how do you choose the right path? Here’s a look at
what you should know about Cisco certifications and training.

Cisco Certification Overview and Background

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Cisco offers certifications at four levels: entry, associate, professional and expert. Cisco once
offered an architect level, but that was retired. In addition to the core levels, a specialist level is
available in several areas. Most of the certifications fall into the category of either network
infrastructure or software development.

With IT and technical certifications in high demand, Cisco guides you during every step of the
process, from reviewing the exam topics to preparing and practicing for each exam to scheduling
an exam through third-party provider Pearson VUE.

Cisco Certification Levels

The entry-level certification is designed for people who want to work as Cisco technicians or field
engineers. The associate level prepares you for a career in IT and network technologies. You can
pursue one track to cover a range of fundamental skills or focus on software development or
cybersecurity.

The professional level helps you progress by concentrating on a core technology, such as software
development, enterprise networking, data-center management or security. The expert level
certifies you for a more advanced skill set in such areas as wireless networking, data-center
administration or security.

Entry-Level Certification
The entry level offers certification as a Cisco Certified Technician, giving you the ability to
diagnose, restore, repair and replace Cisco networking and system devices for a Cisco customer.
You would also work with the Cisco Technical Assistance Center to resolve support issues. No
formal prerequisites are required, but you should have an understanding of the exam topics
beforehand.

CCT Certifications

The CCT certification offers three concentrations. Each requires you pass an exam.

CCT Collaboration. This focuses on the skills needed for you to support and maintain Cisco’s
collaboration products, such as phones and video conferencing devices. You should be able to
identify the different models, accessories, cables and software required and use the Cisco
command-line interface to service products.

At 90 minutes, the exam consists of 65 to 75 multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.

CCT Data Center. This covers the knowledge needed to support and maintain Cisco’s unified
data-center computers and services. You would have to identify the various servers, accessories
and cables as well as the network operating system and software. You would also be able to use
the Cisco graphical user interface to service the different products.

At 90 minutes, the exam consists of 65 to 75 multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.

CCT Routing and Switching. This focuses on the skills required to support and maintain Cisco
routers, switches and operating systems. You would have to identify the different Cisco router and
switch models and software and be able to use the Cisco Command Line Interface. Cisco
considers this the best foundation of the three if you want to support Cisco devices and systems.

The 90-minute exam consists of 55 to 65 multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.

“These certifications are intended for field engineers that work closely with the Cisco Technical
Assistance Center to resolve support incidents for those three technology areas,” says Joe Clarke,
distinguished services engineer for Cisco Learning & Certifications. “For example, if a field
engineer only supports our routers and switches, then they would only need to pass the CCT
Routing and Switching concentration.”

Associate-Level Certification
The associate level helps you expand your career in networking through three types of
certifications. For any of the three, you must pass one exam to receive the certification.

CCNA. The Cisco Certified Network Associate is geared for people who want a range of skills in
networking technology and software development. This certification confirms your knowledge of
network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, security fundamentals and automation.
At 120 minutes, the exam consists of multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.

DevNet Associate. The Cisco Certified DevNet Associate focuses on software development. There
are no prerequisites, though Cisco recommends at least one year of experience developing
software and a familiarity with Python programming. This certification tests your skills at
developing and maintaining applications built on Cisco platforms.

The 120-minute exam consists of multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.

CyberOps Associate. The Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate concentrates on cybersecurity and
has no formal prerequisites. This certification verifies your knowledge of cybersecurity operations,
skills and procedures.

At 120 minutes, the exam contains 95 to 105 multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.

“The first two associate certifications are more specific but are hot, and the skill sets you learn are
in high demand,” says Dave Falco, a sales director with training firm Skyline ATS. “The CCNA
certification provides a foundation in case you want to move forward with the following CCNP
certifications: enterprise, data center, security, service provider and collaboration.”

Professional-Level Certification
The professional level offers certifications in seven areas, so you can choose your field of interest
and expertise. This is ideal if you wish to focus your career on a topic or technology. For each
certification, you must pass two exams: one that covers the core technology and another with a
concentration of your choice.

CCNP Enterprise. The CCNP Enterprise certification confirms your ability to work with networking
technologies at larger organizations or enterprises. The core exam lasts 120 minutes with multiple-
choice and fill-in-the-blank questions. Each of the six concentration exams lasts 90 minutes.

CCNP Data Center. The CCNP Data Center certification focuses on your skills working with
networking technologies within a data center. The core exam runs 120 minutes with multiple-
choice and fill-in-the-blank questions. Each of the five concentration exams lasts 90 minutes.

CCNP Security. The CCNP Security certification verifies your ability to work with cybersecurity
tools and services. The core exam runs 120 minutes. Any of the six concentration exams lasts 90
minutes.

CCNP Service Provider. The CCNP Service Provider certification is geared for network engineers
and specialists, testing your ability to provide the right type of networking services for Cisco
customers. The core exam lasts 120 minutes, while any of the three concentration exams runs 90
minutes.

CCNP Collaboration. The CCNP Collaboration certification judges your skills at working with
Cisco’s collaborative tools, such as phones and video conference devices. The core exam runs
120 minutes, and any of the five concentration exams each lasts 90 minutes.

Cisco Certified CyberOps Professional. The Cisco Certified CyberOps Professional certification
confirms your capabilities as a security analyst managing and enhancing cybersecurity for Cisco
networking services. The core exam runs 120 minutes, while the one concentration exam lasts 90
minutes.

Cisco Certified DevNet Professional. The Cisco Certified DevNet Professional certification tests
your ability to develop and maintain software applications built on Cisco systems. The core exam
lasts 120 minutes. Any of the eight concentration exams that you select will run 90 minutes.

The three most popular certifications at the professional level are CCNP Enterprise, CCNP
Security and Cisco Certified DevNet Professional, according to Cisco.

How Does Certification Help Employees?

Haynes cites a 2020 report from his organization that found IT professionals who obtained a
certification saw their salaries increase by almost $13,000. In North America, someone with six or
more certifications earns $13,000 more than someone with one certification.

Beyond the salary boost, those who were surveyed for the report pointed to three benefits as a
result of certification: The quality of their work improved, they were more engaged in their work and
they were faster at performing their jobs.

How Does Certification Help Employers?

Hiring people with Cisco certifications won’t necessarily help the average business become more
profitable. But it will minimize the downtime and other side effects that an organization experiences
when network problems occur, says Zeile.

“The Cisco training program validates that the engineer really understands networking principles
and isn’t just showing up trying to fix a problem on the fly by reading the user’s manual,” says
Zeile. “You cannot fake your way through the certifications – you have to know the material cold.”

Cisco Certification FAQs

How Much Does Certification Cost?
Entry-level CCT exam: $125.
Associate-level exam: $300.
Professional core exam: $400.
Professional concentration exam: $300.
Specialist exam: $300 each.
Expert-level written exam: $450.
Expert-level practical exam: $1,600.

Beyond the exams, other costs include time in and outside of work, training preparation
courses, practice exams, and recertification every three years, says Haynes. The cost of the
prep courses varies. You can opt for instructor-led classes offered online or try self-study
courses.

How Will Certification Improve My Salary?

Relatively few jobs on ZipRecruiter explicitly list the entry-level certification as a requirement,
and those that do tend to offer an average salary of around $74,000, according to ZipRecruiter
labor economist Julia Pollak.

Many more jobs list the associate and professional certifications as requirements, with salaries
of $90,000 and $116,000, respectively. Fewer jobs call for the expert-level certification, Pollak
adds, but those specialists get a huge bump in pay, earning an average of around $135,000.

Is Certification Worth It?

Courses, study materials and exam fees for the more-advanced certifications can be pricey, up
to several thousand dollars, Pollak says. But the biggest cost in pursuing these certifications is
your time. Studying for the professional and expert certifications can be demanding and take up
to several hours a day for as long as a year in each case.
Do your research to determine whether certification is right for you. Figure out where you want
to go with your career, and see what's in demand.

Are These Skills in High Demand?

For certain types of jobs, Cisco skills and certifications have become increasingly vital. Cisco-
related skills are requested by 26% of network engineer and architect jobs, 16% of
network/systems administrator jobs, and 8% of cybersecurity and information-security engineer
jobs, according to Zeile.

Over the next 10 years, jobs involving Cisco skills are expected to grow by more than 32%,
Zeile adds.

How to Start Preparing for Certification Exams

To help you study and prepare for the certification exams, Cisco provides links to digital
learning courses, a training catalog, a classroom training locator, an e-learning network store,
certification communities, training books and other tools. Cisco also offers a complete list of all
the exams.

You’ll find training courses with many other third-party trainers, including Global Knowledge,
Skyline ATS, Udemy, CBT Nuggets, New Horizons and NetCom Learning.

The actual exams are offered by trainer Pearson VUE. To complete a voucher form to register
for an exam, follow the steps on Pearson VUE’s Cisco voucher pricing page.

Related Guides
Read more about related careers and skills.

Should You Pursue a CCNA Certification?

Cisco is one of the biggest multinational IT organizations in the world. Unsurprisingly, its
certifications are held in high regard in the job market and are valued by nearly every top employer.

Since 1998, one million Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications have been
awarded. These are not only being obtained by young graduates; experienced professionals are
also getting certified to move ahead in their careers.

In the job market today, you need to stand out from the thousands of competitors who are applying
for the same job positions as you. A traditional bachelor’s degree is not going to get you there;
employers are requiring specialized skills and certifications in order to keep up in the evolving IT
market.

Cisco certifications aren’t an option anymore — they’re essential!

Seven Major Benefits of CCNA Certifications

1. Gain New and Up-to-Date Skills
In the fast-paced IT world, CCNA courses and programs will arm you with up-to-date
knowledge and skills. By learning at an IT college from hands-on experience and qualified
professionals, you will gain new skills that will enable you to effortlessly succeed in job
interviews with top companies.

2. Receive a Higher Salary

The CCNA certification is highly recognized in the IT field; with this credential under your belt,
you will be able to easily negotiate your desired salary.

3. Skip Entry-Level Jobs

Many graduates have to spend years in an entry-level job at a smaller company to “gain
experience” in order to advance to a higher career level. However, with a Cisco certification,
you can skip the entry-level positions and march straight to the higher roles.

4. Easy Job Hunt

There is a serious skills gap in the IT field, so not only will your job hunt be easier, but
recruiters will place you in the front of the line if you have CCNA certifications on your cover
letter or résumé.

5. Earn a Promotion
The CCNA certification is highly beneficial for working professionals who have been at the same
company and in the same position for years without a promotion. Once you are CCNA certified,
your employers will likely offer you your much-deserved promotion with higher rewards.

6. Endless Career Opportunities

The networking world is vast, and a CCNA certification will open many doors and provide you
with better career opportunities. If you’re looking to steer your career to greater heights, this
certification can help you!

7. Personal Satisfaction
You have one of the most highly regarded IT certifications, you’re way ahead of your
competition and your colleagues respect you — is there any reason you wouldn’t be personally
satisfied?

CCNA is an associate level Cisco certification, which will allow you to reach the upper levels in
your industry. Get Cisco certified soon to advance your career!