What New Ccna R&s Exams Mean For Your Career? A Synopsis

By Author: Vikash Kumar
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If you think that changed CCNA version 2 course and exams released recently on 26th March 2013 from Cisco systems is a whole lot tougher, then you should take time off and analyze the content modules. Upon observations, it can be concluded that it is good news for you as IT professionals. The certification is newly named as CCNA Routing and Switching Certification.

The certification track actually got sturdy, however eventually it is going to benefit one and all. Employers will be focusing more on the Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching Certification holders even more now, owing to its increased credibility and as the result of the skills that one will gain all the more. Now, the question arises here that whether CCNA earlier version wasn’t already respected?

Let’s see some of the survey analysis:

Many Cisco CCNA Training and Certification providers release salary survey 2013 report, which showed some of the top paying IT certifications and they placed CCNA at fifth place with an average salary of $94,799. Few other sites have placed it third on their list of the top IT certifications.

The survey ...
... reports clearly show that the CCNA Certification is highly recognized and respected throughout the IT industry. It has been known throughout IT fraternity, that once you get qualified in this certification your doors are open for better career opportunities in networking career.

What all really have been changed in CCNA Routing and Switching Training and Certification process?

The Exam Track - The exam codes have changed. By passing composite exam - 640-802 or 200-120 will earn you the coveted CCNA title. Previously, it was 640-802, now it has changed into the mentioned one. However, with both of them one achieves CCNA credential. Alternatively, if one uses the split path, then instead of seeking 640-822 ICND1 and 640-816 ICND2 to earn this credential now, you could pass 100-101 and 200-101 exams.

The old exams are still available until September 30th. Starting 1st October the old exams will be retired and will not be available to the participants.

Let’s see now what specifically you are achieving?

Value Propositions of CCNA Routing and Switching certification program:

• This training and certification program prepare you for a career in networking
• Enhance your skill-set to manage and optimize network.
• Validate skills in job roles such as network administrator, network specialist and many more.
• Duties include install, configure and troubleshoot a network.

CCNA R & S - Technology Refresh

• Cisco IOS v15
• IPv6 Support
• IOS Licensing
• 802.1x Security
• Comprehensive Troubleshooting
• CCNA Routing and Switching - aligned with job role evolution

What resources are available to seek CCNA Certification?

CCNA aspirants have the mentioned resources:

• Cisco Learning Network
• CCNA Study Groups
• Instructor led Training

However, ILT - Instructor-led Training is the best way to attain this certification and learn the technology offered by Authorized Cisco Learning Centers and delivery exclusively by Certified Cisco Instructors.

Additionally, Virtual Instructor-led CCNA Training provides participants with flexibility of learning CCNA technology at your own premises and at your own pace. CCNA Online Training gives one also the benefit of remote hands-on lab practices.

One of the best training options for international students to seek newest technologies at reasonable cost is CCNA R and S Certification Bootcamp. Certification Bootcamp packages are All-Inclusive Packages and are well-strategic way to impart quality training.

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