CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associative) is a beginning-level program that aims to certify a solid foundation in Cisco networking. Cisco’s certification programs are about certifying the competence of Internetworking professionals in routing, switching and connectivity. CCNA requires passing only one written exam (#640-607). Once this certification has been obtained, it can be a stopping point, as you’ve become qualified in Routing and Switching (valid for three years), or can be a starting point for a Professional-level certification.
But it is important to know why you are getting certified. For instance, do you know that for CCNA, you must have a good background in networking? In fact it is meant for anyone involved in implementing or supporting networks. A CCNA professional should be able to manage simple networked and internetworked environments incorporating routers and switches. Do you have an interest in networks or Internetworking? Do you want to work in the networking field? How does CCNA fit into your career development plan?
So what does CCNA entail? There are 55 to 65 questions asked, and and a candidate has 90 minutes to answer them with a required passing score of at least 849. Possible scores range from 300 and 1,000).
How you prepare for CCNA depends largely on your current knowledge and experience of networking. Certification preparation options include instructor-led training, e-simulations, practical labs, practice tests, study materials, etc.
If you have the funds and time, it is always advisable to include instructor-led training in your preparations.
CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associative) is a beginning-level program that aims to certify a solid foundation in Cisco networking. Cisco’s certification programs are about certifying the competence of Internetworking professionals in routing, switching and connectivity. CCNA requires passing only one written exam (#640-607). Once this certification has been obtained, it can be a stopping point, as you’ve become qualified in Routing and Switching (valid for three years), or can be a starting point for a Professional-level certification.
But it is important to know why you are getting certified. For instance, do you know that for CCNA, you must have a good background in networking? In fact it is meant for anyone involved in implementing or supporting networks. A CCNA professional should be able to manage simple networked and internetworked environments incorporating routers and switches. Do you have an interest in networks or Internetworking? Do you want to work in the networking field? How does CCNA fit into your career development plan?
So what does CCNA entail? There are 55 to 65 questions asked, and and a candidate has 90 minutes to answer them with a required passing score of at least 849. Possible scores range from 300 and 1,000).
How you prepare for CCNA depends largely on your current knowledge and experience of networking. Certification preparation options include instructor-led training, e-simulations, practical labs, practice tests, study materials, etc.
If you have the funds and time, it is always advisable to include instructor-led training in your preparations.
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