How to Get Cisco Certification
Cisco certifications are among the most respected in the industry and required in many companies. Certification paths from associate to expert are available to target the needs of any company from technician to upper management. With quality training and experience, getting your Cisco certification is a natural step for any IT professional.
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Select the path that best fits your experience and career goals. Paths include routers, service providers and field technicians. General and specialist tracks are available to fit anyone.
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Identify the certification level consistent with your current position. Associate certification is the beginner level designed for new hires. Professional is the second level offered and is targeted to journeymen and middle managers with access to more specialized certifications. Specialist certification provides expert level exams with deeper security knowledge.
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Study the exam requirements at Cisco's website under "Training and Events" to verify a good fit with experience and knowledge. Assessment tests are a good way to ensure success before registration. Professional and specialist exams require considerable expertise, preparation classes are often required prior to registration.
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Go over all training and exam material carefully. Start a study group to assist in going over material that may be difficult or outside your normal range of knowledge. This also offers a great chance to network with other people in the industry.
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Arrive at your test location 15 minutes prior to test time. Bring two forms of ID along with scratch paper and pen. Tests vary in length depending on the course of study.
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