Cisco CCNA Certification: The Value Of The CCNA And CCNP by Chris Bryant
One question I see often on the 'Net is "Is it worth my time to earn a CCNA / CCNP / CCIE certification?" My personal answer to that is a resounding yes. The power of Cisco certifications has allowed me to create a tremendous career, and they can do the same for you. ... I don't care if you're looking at earning an MCSE, a Cisco certification, Red Hat, or any other vendor - you are always better off having a technical certification than not having one. ... "It's too hard", "no one can pass that", "the CCIE isn't worth the work", etc.

Cisco Certification: The Most Important Cisco Study You'll Ever Do by Chris Bryant
All of us are familiar with the pyramids of Egypt. These magnificent structures have stood for thousands of years, withstanding extreme heat and other factors that would bring down an ordinary structure. When we look at these pyramids, we instinctively look toward the peak. ... If you're not familiar with this, Cisco uses a pyramid to illustrate how the CCIE is at the peak of the Cisco certification structure, with the CCNP in the middle and the CCNA at the bottom. ... You must realize, though, that the skills you will learn in your CCNP and CCIE studies are built upon the studies you do...

An Overview of Cisco Certifications by Natalie Aranda
When it comes to deciding to undergo computer training, you may be interested in getting the basics before applying for the right certifications, if you already have heard about CCNE, CCIE, CCNP and CCNA certification. The first thing you need to know before deciding is that Cisco actually... CCNE certification (Cisco Certified Network Engineer) and CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) develops the respective computer training and skills required to individually pursue the Cisco Certified Professional (CCNP) certification noted above, part of the 3 basic CISCO levels.

Microsoft Certification: The New MCTS Tracks And Exams by Chris Bryant
Microsoft is revamping its certification tracks, and will eventually retire the familiar MCSE certificatons. The new certification setup is much like Cisco's, where there are specialist certifications to go along with the more general CCNA, then mid-level certifications such as the CCNP, and... There is also a one-exam SQL Server 2005 certification, as well as a BizTalk Server 2006 single-exam certification. ... It's up to you to stay informed of these changes, so I recommend you visit Microsoft's certification website often.

MCSE? CCNA? How To Choose The Best Computer Certification For You by Chris Bryant
When you’re choosing which computer certification to pursue next, you should also be formulating a plan for your career. Your time is precious, and you should never choose to pursue a certification because it’s “hot”. There are some hard questions you should ask yourself before deciding to... If you have a plan for your career, you’ll know how this certification can fit into your plans. ... Should I pursue my masters degree, or pursue the CCIE? ... Let’s face it: earning your certification costs time and money.

Cisco Certification: Recertifying Your CCNA and CCNP by Chris Bryant
Once you get your CCNA and CCNP, you can't just rest on your accomplishment. You've got to continue to study and add to your skill set - and then prove to Cisco you've been doing just that by recertifying. Recertification sounds like a pain, but it's actually one of the best things to ever... (This does not include Sales Specialist exams.) Passing a CCIE written qualification exam also recertifies you as a CCNA. ... For the CCNP, you need to pass the 642-891 Composite exam, a CCIE written qualification exam, or BOTH the BSCI and BCMSN exams (642-801 and 642-811, respectively.) CCNP...

Overview of Major IT Certifications by Natalie Aranda
In today’s competitive IT job market, an IT certification is often a prerequisite to get a high-paying job or a salary increase. Professional certifications are the best way to demonstrate your skills and expertise in any given technical field to present to prospective employers. ... MCSE Certification, CCNA Certification, A+ Certification, and SAP Certification are a few of the many certifications or credentials an IT professional may achieve. ... SAP Certification SAP Certification is sponsored by SAP corporation - a leading business software (ERP, CRM and Supply Chain software) vendor.

How To Become A Cisco VPN Specialist by Chris Bryant
There's quite an emphasis on security in today's networks, and that's reflected in Cisco's certification tracks. Cisco offers a CCIE Security track and the Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) intermediate-level certification, but there is no real equivalent to the CCNA on the security... This is a demanding certification that is an excellent addition to your resume and your skill set. ... One of the more popular Security Associate certifications is the Cisco VPN Specialist certification.

Cisco Certifications Overview by Kashif Raza
General Certifications and Focused Certifications Cisco offers three levels of general certification representing increasing levels of expertise: Associate, Professional, and Expert (CCIE). Different tracks across these levels align with varying career needs. ... Becoming a CCIE requires passing a set of exams There are no formal prerequisites for CCIE certification. ... Becoming a CCIE requires passing a set of exams There are no formal prerequisites for CCIE certification. ... CCIE VoIP (350-030) CCIE certification in Voice indicates expert level knowledge of VoIP solutions in the...

What Certification Should You Pursue After The CCNA ? by Chris Bryant
Once you've got your CCNA, you're ready to move on to the next level, the Professional certifications. For years, Cisco had one Professional certification, the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification. Over time, Cisco has expanded this level of certifications to include the... While it's temping to hurry up and get a Cisco security or voice certification, the best thing you can do for your networking career is achieve your CCNP certification first, then decide on the CCVP or CCSP.