About CCNP Cisco Networking Certification

This CCNP certification programme validates an individual's computer networking skills to a professional standard and forms the base that supports all of the career tracks supported by Cisco. Holders of the CCNA and CCNP qualifications demonstrate an industry-recognised ability to install, configure and maintain networks. It is a significant declaration of understanding, skills and ability. For many it will be more than sufficient to secure a career as a network professional - holders of the CCNA and CCNP may display the designation on their business cards in recognition of their professional standing - whilst others may wish to use it as a catalyst for further study with a view to pursuing even higher levels of technical expertise (e.g. CCDP CCSE).

Today's organisations increasingly rely on the Internet and Intranets to compete in the global economy. Increasingly skilled professionals are needed to keep networks working smoothly and seamlessly. These organisations seek rigorously trained and certified individuals with the latest IP technology skills to ensure technical proficiency and to provide the resource to protect their mission critical operations.

This is the essence of Cisco certification - it validates an individual's achievements and increases the holder's professional credibility. Quite simply, it is the industry's certification of choice.

• Internet Systems Consultant
• 2nd & 3rd Line Support Engineer
• Systems Analyst
• Internet Network Engineer
• Technical & Systems Support

Your course is divided into sections. The first is preparatory, acting as a foundation and is dedicated to providing a thorough grounding in networking. It is based on the world renowned CompTIA N+ certification programme and provides much that you will need to know about installing, configuring and troubleshooting PC and networking hardware. Students who join the CCNP Training Programme with no background knowledge of PC hardware may preface CCNA Foundation with the valuable CompTia A+ Certification (PC Master).

The remaining sections are all CISCO specific, commencing with CCNA. This is in four parts and leads to full CISCO CCNA Certification (exam 640-821, CISCO INTRO and exam 640-811, CISCO ICND). You will than commence 4 CCNP sections which guide you through to the course conclusion - qualification as a CISCO Professional with CCNP status. Again, there are two exams involved - exam 642-801, building scalable CISCO Internetworks and exam 642- 811, building CISCO Multilayer Switched Networks.

The Cisco® Networking Academy® Program teaches valuable networking to students worldwide who are interested in expanding their IT knowledge and starting a career in the high-tech industry. The courses use a blended learning model to integrate challenging Web-based curricula, handson lab exercises, realistic network simulations, and an Internetbased assessment tool.

This industry-leading program provides an educational framework that prepares graduates for networking and IT-related careers in the public and private sectors, as well as for higher education in engineering, computer science and related fields.

The CCNA course is taught by trained instructors in each Networking Academy and delivers standards-based, high-quality content in specially equipped labs via the Internet, where students practice hands-on exercises to apply the concepts they learn. Cisco updates the curricula regularly to encompass new technologies and improved instructional techniques.
The Networking Academy courses prepare students for opportunities in the real world by providing skills that range from basic networking abilities to VLAN troubleshooting. Academy courses support successful careers in network design administration and technical support.

Live Internet Training is provided by Certified Cisco Systems Instructors and is scheduled on a regular basis to emphasise key learning concepts. This specialised training also provides the student with live access to Subject Matter Experts. During these live lectures you will have the opportunity to participate by asking the Instructor questions and to receive responses to your queries.

Tutor Marked Assignments appear throughout your course. These are used to verify and reinforce your learning. You will submit your work for each Assignment to us for marking and this will be marked accordingly and returned to you with a Progress Report.

This 2 volume document set will provide you with the opportunity to experience practise test questions and explanations that will enhance your readiness to achieve your goal - CCNA/CCNP status.