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CCNA programme changes and new entry-level certification

CCNA programme changes and new entry-level certification
Summary:

Cisco have published details of a major overhaul of its market-leading Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA) certification programme as well as an associated new entry-level certification, Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) aimed at those working in a small network environment.

CCNA – how has it changed ?

CCNA will still consist of two courses, however the content will be divided into 2 equally weighted
5-day courses titled ICND1 and ICND2. Click here for more information on our new CCNA offer.

The revised CCNA has greater breadth – including more coverage of security and troubleshooting as well as an introduction to wireless concepts and terminology. Both courses will provide more compelling lab exercises and include more time for hands on practice with labs increasing from approx 30% to 50%.

ICND1 will focus on providing the skills and knowledge necessary to install, operate and troubleshoot a small branch office Enterprise network, including configuring a switch and a router, connecting to a WAN and implementing network security. Students should be able to complete a configuration and implementation of a small branch office network under supervision.

ICND2 builds on the knowledge obtained in ICND1 and extends Part 1 and focus is on supporting medium-sized networks, for example technicians at network operations centres. It includes use of various protocols to manage addressing, load balancing and basic authentication, and introduces more advanced troubleshooting and topics such as transition to IPv6 and VPN solutions. Fifty percent of class time devoted to hands-on practice and labs.

When are the new courses available?

Both new courses are being released by Cisco on the 26th July. We will continue to offer both the old and new courses to allow delegates to acheive their desired certification.

Already started CCNA – What are your options?

It will be possible to mix and match both the old and the new courses, your options are shown in the table below, but please give our sales team a call if you require any further clarification on:
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Valid CCNA Combinations:	Has Taken:	Will Need to Take:
Before 6 Nov 2007	INTRO #640-821	ICND #640-811 OR ICND2 #640-816
Before 6 Nov 2007	ICND #640-811	INTRO #640-821 OR ICND1 #640-822
After 6 Nov 2007	INTRO #640-821	ICND2 #640-816
After 6 Nov 2007	ICND #640-811	ICND1 #640-822

Are there any changes to the exams?

Both the cost and the duration of the exams have changed but it is still possible to take either the individual exams or the composite exam in order to achieve CCNA. The composite exam tests the knowledge and understanding of both courses.

Current Exams	Certification	Last Date to Test
INTRO #640-821	None	November 6, 2007
ICND #640-811	w/ INTRO = CCNA	November 6, 2007

New Exams	Certification	First Date to Test
ICND1 #640-822	CCENT	August 1, 2007
ICND2 #640-816	w/ ICND1 = CCNA	August 1, 2007

Recertification Policy

CCNA certifications are valid for 3 years. To recertify delegates should pass the current CCNA Composite exam or pass any 642 professional level or Cisco specialist exam (excludes Sales Specialist), or pass a current CCIE written exam.

NEW CERTIFICTAION -Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT)

This new certification is aimed at IT professionals who previously would have felt that CCNA was a higher level than they needed or would have considered other certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Net+. This is also ideally suited for those delegates who preparing to enter IT or networking field.

CCENT

The new CCENT certification:

Validates Entry Level Job Skills – such as the ability to install and verify basic network configurations—a requirement for most entry level network support positions
Is performance-focused – Assesses practical abilities and competence with Cisco routers, switches and IOS
Is a step towards CCNA – CCENT is a tangible first step towards CCNA certification, though not a prerequisite
Differentiates and reduces hiring risk – CCENT will differentiate job applicants and reduce risk of hiring for entry level positions.

How do you obtain the CCENT certification?

CCENT is awarded ONLY to those who pass the ICND1 exam from 1^st August onward. Please note that it is NOT awarded to those who pass INTRO, the old ICND, ICND2 or any combined CCNA exam, nor can it be awarded in arrears for any reason.