Many IT, Engineering and Communications professionals are taking Cisco to amp up their skills and knowledge in their chosen career. Cisco, an American IT company that offers networking technologies to enterprise and small business, has become a big name in the industry that the company’s certifications has become a benchmark for measuring competencies in networking.
For some of you who may think that your background on Cisco certifications is lacking, here are some frequently asked question about Cisco training:
What types of certifications does Cisco offer?
To understand Cisco certifications, you have to consider its two areas: network installation (support) and network engineering (design). Certifications in each area are offered at three levels: associate, professional and expert.
What are my associate level certification options?
For those who wish to pursue a network/hardware troubleshooting track, Cisco offers CCNA and CCNA WAN Switching certifications. The company offers CCDA, on the other hand, for individuals who are more inclined to a design/engineering track.
What are my professional level certification options?
Professional levels include CCNP and CCNP WAN Switching for those who are pursuing a networking/hardware installation track. CCDP and CCDP LAN Switching are intended for individuals who are pursuing a networking design career track.
What are my expert level certification options?
Cisco offers CCIE Routing and Switching, CCIE SNA/IP integration, CCIE WAN Switching and CCIE ISP Dial for individuals who would like to work and operate complex networks. CCIE Design is the highest level of certification for individuals who are pursuing a networking design track.
How do I earn a Cisco certification? What modes of training are available for me?
Cisco classes can be taken both online or onsite. For further information on Cisco training sessions and schedules in your area, you may search for it online. As for exam requirements, visit the official website of Cisco.
Basically, you only need to pass the certification exam to earn your certification. The exams may be too complex to most takers, however, so training helps a lot.
How much money can I earn from being Cisco-certified?
According to Globalknowledge.com, Cisco professionals earn around $79,000 and above. Indeed.com meanwhile estimates Cisco-certified individuals’ salary at $80,000 up to as much as over $100,000 annually depending on certification level. The salary rates tend to increase depending on the demand and the jurisdiction.
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