Cisco Certifications
Get that career in IT.
Earn that promotion.
Stand out in your field.
Cisco Certifications
Get that career in IT. Earn that promotion. Stand out in your field.
Cisco Certifications
Get that career in IT. Earn that promotion. Stand out in your field.
Why choose a Cisco Certification?
A little over 30 years ago, in a routing and switching room at Cisco, the dream of offering IT certifications to validate IT skills was born.
Today, Cisco Certifications are the gold standard in IT training. We’ve certified more than 4 million people.
In the next 30 years, we aim to train over 10 million more people in our pledge to close the IT skills gap and reshape diversity in the tech industry.
Why Certify?
Whether you have years of IT experience or are just starting your journey in the field, getting certified is a great way to boost your career. Certifications are proof of knowledge, aptitude, and a lifelong learning mentality, and hiring managers trust certified employees to connect, secure and automate Cisco networks across the globe.
99%
of organizations surveyed use technical certifications to make hiring decisions.
91%
of employers believe IT certifications are a reliable predictor of a successful employee.
81%
of employers associate IT certification holders with increased quality and value of work contribution.
Why Certify?
Whether you have years of IT experience or are just starting your journey in the field, getting certified is a great way to boost your career. Certifications are proof of knowledge, aptitude, and a lifelong learning mentality, and hiring managers trust certified employees to connect, secure and automate Cisco networks across the globe.
99%
of organizations surveyed use technical certifications to make hiring decisions.
91%
of employers believe IT certifications are a reliable predictor of a successful employee.
81%
of employers associate IT certification holders with increased quality and value of work contribution.
Cisco Certifications are designed for all levels
Entry
Starting point for individuals interested in starting a career as a networking professional.
Associate
Master the essentials needed to launch a rewarding career as a networking professional and realize your potential with the latest technologies.
Professional
Select a core technology track and a focused concentration exam to customize your professional-level certification.
Expert
Become an expert in your field by earning the most prestigious certification in the technology industry.
Technology |
Entry |
Associate |
Professional |
Expert |
| Collaboration | CCNP Collaboration | CCIE Collaboration | ||
| CyberOps | CCST Cybersecurity | CyberOps Associate | CyberOps Professional | |
| Data Center | CCNP Data Center | CCIE Data Center | ||
| DevNet (Dev and Automation) |
DevNet Associate | DevNet Professional | DevNet Expert | |
| Design | CCDE | |||
| Enterprise | CCST Networking | CCNA | CCNP Enterprise | CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure |
| Security | CCNP Security | CCIE Security | ||
| Service Provider | CCNP Service Provider | CCIE Service Provider |
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Every professional-level exam now earns a Specialist certification.
Learn moreAdditional training programs |
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| AppDynamics | Cisco AppDynamics Associate Performance Analyst | Cisco AppDynamics Associate Administrator | Cisco AppDynamics Professional Implementer |
| Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) | CCT Collaboration | CCT Data Center | CCT Routing & Switching |
| Customer Success | Cisco Customer Success Manager | Cisco Renewals Manager | |
| Meraki Solutions | Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist | ||
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What job can I get with my certification?
Network Engineer
Network engineers support vital business operations by designing, building, and optimizing networks.
Systems Engineer
Systems engineers combine engineering and management skills to design and manage complex infrastructure.
CyberOps Analyst
Cybersecurity analysts detect and mitigate security threats before they can impact the network.
Network Security Analyst
Network security analysts design and implement cybersecurity systems to protect data, computers, and networks.
Certification Success Stories
Christoph Neulinger
"Preparing for certification increased my knowledge and confidence, which ultimately translated to better work performance. As a result, I’ve received generous salary increases."
Network Engineer
CCNA, CCNP Enterprise
Eloise Koullapis
“I know people who don’t discover Cisco certifications until later in their careers, and certifications still profoundly changed their lives.”
Network Engineer
CCNA, DevNet Associate
Kevin Brown
"People always want to know who they're talking to. They want to know if you’re qualified. Certifications give you instant credibility."
CyberOps Analyst
CCNA, CyberOps Associate
Wondering what it’s like to get certified? Ask Cisco Learning Communities
Learn from Certification holders, connect with other learners, and access valuable study resources. Cisco Learning Communities are full of great insight and active members eager to help.
Streamline certification prep
Cisco U. certification Learning Paths walk you through courses and labs to prepare for your next exam, with assessments to check your learning.
Maintain your certification
Cisco Certifications are good for 3 years. Keep your certification current and your skills sharp by participating in our Continuing Education program.
Continuing Education Credits
Earning Continuing Education Credits is a great way to work toward recertification, and learn something new at the same time.
Recertify
Keep your certifications active! Re-taking the exams associated with your certifications before they expire will help you maintain your certification status.
Certification
agreements
Candidates are required to acknowledge several agreements as part of their participation in the Cisco Certifications program, and to obtain and use marks and logos associated with the program.
Have questions?
Browse our certification FAQ to learn more about exams, study groups, recertification, and more.
Certification support
Visit the Learning@Cisco Centralized Support tool to search FAQs or open a case about your certifications.
Search FAQs
At the Learning@Cisco Centralized Support tool, search for FAQs by keyword, or browse popular questions and answers.
Open a case
Go to the Learning@Cisco Centralized Support tool, login with your Cisco account and password, then click Open Case.
Update a case
Login to the Learning@Cisco Centralized Support tool, then click Update Case.
Online Exam Testing FAQ
View answers to common questions about the online, proctored certification exam testing experience.