General Cisco Career Certifications Overview

Course Description

Associate

The first step in general Cisco Career Certifications begins with associate-level certifications, CCDA and CCNA that show expertise with networking foundations. Think of this level as the apprentice, or foundation, level of networking certifications.

PROFESSIONAL

The second level in general Cisco Career Certifications is professional-level certifications such as CCNP, CCSP, CCDP, and CCIP each falling within a different certification path (or track) for meeting varying career needs. Think of this level as the advanced, or journeyman, level of certification that shows expertise with networking foundations.