Cisco® CCNA® Certification
CCNA can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN and dial access services for small networks. The foundation
you gain when preparing for CCNA® (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification is also the first step on an industry-recognized career track.
A Cisco Certified Network Associate can provide solutions for installing and configuring networks, optimizing WAN
performance through Internet access solutions, and providing remote access via dial-up connectivity. Candidates are typically technical professionals seeking credentials, individuals who are new to
networking, or those who are re-training. CCNA forms the associate level of the Cisco Career Certifications program. It is the entry level certification that supports all of the career tracks within
Cisco Certifications.This CCNA Certification is a prerequisite for the Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) designation.
Benefits of CCNA Certification
Overall, Cisco certification validates an individual’s achievement, so it increases the holder’s
professional credibility by ensuring high standards of technicalexpertise.
In particular, the CCNA certification indicates knowledge of networking for the small-office,
home-office (SOHO) market and the ability to work in small businesses or organizations whose networks have fewer than 100 nodes.
A CCNA certified individual can do the following:
- Install and configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol internetworks using LAN and WAN interfaces
- Provide Level 1 troubleshooting service
- Improve network performance and security
CCNA forms the associate level of the Cisco Career Certifications program. It is the entry level
certification that supports all of the career tracks within Cisco Certifications.
CCNA Exams and Recommended Training
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Exam
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Recommended Training
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640-607 CCNA
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Cisco Certified Network Associate Basics (CCNAB)
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Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND)
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