Boost your career with Cisco® training and certifications from ONLC. Our courses are designed for professionals at all levels, providing essential skills in network infrastructure, security, routing, and switching. With our highly-rated CCNA training, you will learn the fundamentals of managing and optimizing modern networks.
With ONLC’s comprehensive Cisco programs, you’ll confidently design, implement, and troubleshoot complex network solutions. Advance your career today with industry-leading training!
Our Instructor-led Training (ILT
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Throughout the class, you'll engage in hands-on labs and exercises designed to ensure a deep understanding of Cisco technology. The instructor monitors your progress and can provide direct assistance through the computer whenever needed. With hands-free audio, you can easily ask questions or request help at any point, fostering an interactive and supportive learning environment.
Certified Cisco professionals are consistently in high demand, and earning a certification validates your expertise and skills in Cisco technologies. These industry-recognized credentials can significantly boost your career, opening doors to new opportunities. Our training programs will prepare you thoroughly for Cisco certification, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed. Explore your options here: See Cisco Certification Learning Paths
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Cisco certification program includes Associate, Specialist, Professional and Expert level credentials. The associate-level CCNA certification requires passing a single exam (200-301). At the professional level, candidates can earn CCNP certification by passing two exams—the core exam + one concentration exam.
Passing proctored exams at the professional and expert levels earns Cisco Certified Specialist certifications so you get recognized every step of the way.
NOTE: Below is based on ONLC's course offerings. Additional courses and certifications may be available.
Achieving CCNA certification is the first step in preparing for a career in Cisco IT technologies. To earn CCNA certification, you pass one (1) exam that covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers based on the latest networking technologies, software development skills, and job roles.
CCNA (200-301) is an approved DoD 8140 baseline certification
The skills and knowledge you gain becoming a CCNA prepare you for entry-level job roles in IT technologies. CCNA includes security, automation cloud network management and generative AI. Master the essentials needed to launch a rewarding career and expand your job possibilities with these latest technologies.
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) 2.1 with Exam Voucher
This course helps you prepare to take the 200-301 Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam. By passing this one exam, you earn the CCNA certification. This fully interactive instructor-led training (ILT) is live and hands-on and includes one voucher to pay for the authorized certification exam.
See CCNA course outline and upcoming class dates
To earn CCNA Certification you must pass exam 200-301 Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
Authorized Cisco certification exams are available through Pearson Vue. Students schedule their exams directly with Pearson Vue .
CCNA certification is valid for three years. To recertify, a CCNA needs to do one (1) of the following:
It is your responsibility to recertify on time. Cisco does not provide extensions. Individuals with expired certification(s) must repeat the entire certification exam process in order to regain their certification(s) status.
CCNP Enterprise includes automation and programmability to help you scale your networking infrastructure. The new CCNP Enterprise certification replaces the prior CCNP Routing and Switching, CCNP Wireless, and CCDP certifications.
Each exam passed in the new CCNP Enterprise program earns an individual Specialist certification, so you get recognized for your accomplishments along the way.
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNP Enterprise, but you should have a very good understanding of the exam topics before attempting the exam. CCNP candidates often also have three to five years of experience implementing enterprise networking solutions.
To earn CCNP Enterprise certification you must pass the Core exam PLUS one (1) enterprise Concentration exam.
Implementing Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)
This instructor-led training (ILT) is live and hands-on.
See CCNP Enterprise course outline and class dates
One (1) of the following for the Concentration requirement:
(exam 300-410)
To earn CCNP Enterprise certification you pass two (2) exams—the Core exam PLUS one (1) Concentration exam from the below list.
Core
350-401 ENCOR Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)
One (1) Concentration Exam
(your choice from the following):
Authorized Cisco certification exams are available through Pearson Vue. Students schedule their exams directly with Pearson Vue .
CCNP Enterprise certification is valid for three years. To recertify a Professional needs to do one (1) of the following:
It is your responsibility to recertify on time. Cisco does not provide extensions. Individuals with expired certification(s) must repeat the entire certification exam process in order to regain their certification(s) status.
CCNP Data Center prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in data center technologies. CCNP Data Center now includes automation and programmability to help you scale your data center infrastructure.
Every exam passed in the new CCNP Data Center program earns an individual Specialist certification, so you get recognized for your accomplishments along the way.
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNP Data Center, but you should have a very good understanding of the exam topics before attempting the exam. CCNP candidates often also have three to five years of experience data center solutions.
To earn CCNP Enterprise certification, you must pass the Core exam PLUS one (1) enterprise Concentration exam.
Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)
This instructor-led training (ILT) is live and hands-on.
See CCNP Data Center course outline and upcoming class dates
One (1) of the following for the Concentration requirement:
(for exam 300-610)
To earn CCNP Data Center certification you pass two (2) exams—the Core exam PLUS one (1) Concentration exam from the below list.
Core
350-601 Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)
One (1) Concentration Exam
(your choice from the following):
Authorized Cisco certification exams are available through Pearson Vue. Students schedule their exams directly with Pearson Vue .
CCNP Data Center certification is valid for three years. To recertify a Professional needs to do one (1) of the following:
It is your responsibility to recertify on time. Cisco does not provide extensions. Individuals with expired certification(s) must repeat the entire certification exam process in order to regain their certification(s) status.
CCNP Security certification program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in security technologies. CCNP validates core security technologies you need while giving you the flexibility to choose a concentration area for additional focus.
Every exam passed in the CCNP Security program earns an individual Specialist certification, so you get recognized for your accomplishments along the way.
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNP Security, but you should have a very good understanding of the exam topics before attempting the exam. CCNP candidates often also have three to five years of experience data center solutions.
To earn CCNP Security certification, you must pass the Core exam PLUS one (1) enterprise Concentration exam.
Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)
This instructor-led training (ILT) is live and hands-on.
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One (1) of the following for the Concentration requirement:
(for exam 300-715 )
Passing TWO (2) exams, the core exam plus one concentration exam is required for CCNP Security certification.
Core Exam
350-701 SCOR v1.1 Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)
One (1) Concentration Exam (your choice from the following):
Authorized Cisco certification exams are available through Pearson Vue. Students schedule their exams directly with Pearson Vue .
CCNP Security certification is valid for three years. To recertify a Professional needs to do one (1) of the following:
It is your responsibility to recertify on time. Cisco does not provide extensions. Individuals with expired certification(s) must repeat the entire certification exam process in order to regain their certification(s) status.
Certified Cisco professionals are highly sought after in the industry. A Cisco certification not only validates your expertise but also opens doors to lucrative career opportunities. It demonstrates your proficiency in Cisco technologies, making you a valuable asset to potential employers.
CCNA training focuses on building foundational knowledge of networking, security fundamentals, and core Cisco technologies. It includes both theoretical lessons and hands-on labs to ensure you are prepared to manage and troubleshoot essential network infrastructure effectively. Our programs are designed to prepare you thoroughly for the CCNA certification exam.
Yes, Cisco certifications are highly valued and remain a benchmark in the networking and IT industries. Certifications such as CCNA demonstrate your ability to work with network infrastructure, making you highly competitive for roles in IT, networking, and cybersecurity.
While some courses may require foundational knowledge, many programs are suitable for beginners. Our instructors will guide you through the learning process to ensure you build the necessary skills for certification and career advancement.
Cisco Courses & Certification
Additional Cisco courses, requirements, certifications and training options may be available to those listed above. Please contact an ONLC Advisor at 1-800-288-8221 or via the chat feature if you have questions or need guidance.
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