Certifications

The first level, CCNA, is targeted for instruction to high school, technical school, and community college students. It may also be included as prerequisite education at a college or university. CCNA instruction focuses on how to install, configure, and operate simple-routed LAN, routed WAN, and switched LAN and LANE networks.

The second level, CCNP, is targeted at college and university students with a prerequisite knowledge base of the skills taught in the CCNA course. CCNP instruction focuses on how to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot complex routed LAN, routed WAN, Switched LAN networks, and Dial Access Services.

The Cisco Networking Academy Program provides assessment tools to help students, instructors, and administrators understand the strengths and weaknesses of individuals as they progress through the curriculum. This section contains information about various assessment design, tools, and features. Assessment Guiding Principles all assessments .