This course bundle is ideal for anyone looking to establish their Cisco networking career. It consists of two Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications, and four Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certifications. Although there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNA, or CCNP certification courses and sit the exams, learners should have a good foundation knowledge in networking. The newly retooled CCNA covers a breadth of topics, including:
- Network fundamentals
- Network access
- IP connectivity
- IP services
- Security fundamentals
- Automation and programmability
Learn why now is a great time to get Cisco certified.
Achieving CCNA certification is the first step in preparing for a career in networking technologies. To earn your CCNA certification, you only need to pass one exam – which covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networking technologies.
The Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification validates your skills and knowledge in understanding and using APIs, Cisco platforms and development, application development and security, and infrastructure and automation. Ideally, DevNet Associates candidates also have one or more years of experience with software development including Python programming.
The CCNP is the next level from the CCNA. As with the CCNA, there are no formal prerequisites to enrol on the CCNP certification course and sit for the exams. Learners taking a CCNP course generally have an in-depth knowledge of networking, as well as a good understanding of Cisco technologies. The typical certification path for most learners would begin with either the CCNA, then progress onto the CCNP.
Learners need to pass two exams (one core exam and one concentration exam) in order to gain one CCNP certification. This course bundle includes the core exam and three concentration exams. Once a learner has passed the core exam, they can choose to specialise in one or all three of the CCNP concentration areas listed in this course. The core exam’s focus is based around implementing and operating Cisco enterprise network core technologies.
Upon completion of this course and meeting Acclaim’s requirements, you’ll receive two Cisco ‘Acclaim’ badges that you can add to your CV or social media profile for prospective employers to see. You’ll also receive two official Cisco CCNA certification, and four CCNP certifications. Click on one of the badges to learn more about it.
What’s included in this certification bundle?
This bundle contains six Cisco certification courses, two live labs, four practice tests to prep you for each exam, and six official Cisco exams covering each certification course. Learners cannot progress onto the CCNP concentration courses and exams until they have passed the CCNP core exam first (CCNP 350-401).
The Average Cisco Networking Specialist Profile:
Certification Courses included:
1. Cisco CCNA – Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (200-301)
Overview
Networking Components: Overview
Networking Components: Routers And Switches
Networking Components: NGFW And NGIPS
Networking Components: Cisco DNA Center
Networking Components: WLCs And Access Points
Networking Components: Servers And Endpoints
Networking Topology Architectures: Overview
Network Topology Architectures: Data Center
Networking Topology Architectures: WAN
Networking Topology Architecture: Cloud
Networking Topology Architectures: SOHO
Layer 1: Interfaces And Cabling
Layer 1: Interfaces And Cabling Part 2
Layer 1: Interfaces And Cabling Part 3
Identifying Layer 1 Issues
Identifying Layer 1 Issues Part 2
Networking Protocols
Networking Protocols Part 2
IP Addressing: Overview
IP Addressing: IPv4 Basics
IP Addressing: IPv4 Configuration
IP Addressing: IPv4 Subnetting Review
IP Addressing: IPv4 Subnetting Class C
IP Address: IPv4 Subnetting Class B
IP Addressing: IPv4 Subnetting Class A
IP Addressing: VLSM
IP Addressing: IPv6 Basics And Address Types
IP Addressing: IPv6 Basics And Address Types Pt.2
IP Addressing: IPv6 Configuration
IP Addressing: Client OS
Virtualization Fundamentals
Virtualization Fundamentals Part 2
NETWORK ACCESS
Network Access Overview
Cisco Switching: Basic Concepts
Cisco Switching: VLAN Configurations
Cisco Switch: VLAN Configurations Part 2
Cisco Switching: Interswitch Connectivity
Cisco Switching: Interswitch Connectivity Part 2
Cisco Switching: L2 Discovery Protocols
Cisco Switching: L2 Discovery Protocols Part 2
Cisco Switching: L2 Etherchannel Configuration
Cisco Switching: L2 Etherchannel Config Pt.2
Cisco Switching: L3 Etherchannel Configuration
Cisco Switching: Spanning Tree Protocol Basics
Cisco Switching: STP Operations
Cisco Switching: STP Configuring RPVSTplus
Cisco Switching: STP Portfast And BPDUguard
Cisco Wireless Basics
Cisco Wireless Architecture
Cisco WLAN Components
Cisco WLC Configuration
Cisco Wireless Management Access
IP CONNECTIVITY
IP Connectivity: Overview
IP Connectivity: Routing Basics
IP Connectivity: IPv4 Static Default, Net Routes
IP Connectivity: IPv4 Static Host, Floating Routes
IP Connectivity: IPv6 Static Default, Net Routes
IP Connectivity: IPv6 Static Host, Floating Routes
IP Connectivity: Dynamic Routing Basics
IP Connectivity: Single Area OSPFv2
IP Connectivity: Single Area OSPFv2 Part 2
IP Connectivity: First Hop Redundancy Protocols
IP Connectivity: First Hop Redundancy Proto Pt2
IP SERVICES
IP Services Overview
IP Services: Configuring, Verifying NAT
IP Services: Configuring, Verifying NAT Pt.2
IP Services: Configuring NTP
IP Services: DNS And DHCP
IP Services: DNS And DHCP Part 2
IP Services: Configuring SNMP
IP Services: Understanding Syslog
IP Services: Understanding PHB For QoS
IP Services: Configuring SSH
IP Services: Using FTP And TFTP
SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS
Security Fundamentals Overview
Key Security Concepts
Security Program Components
Security Password Policy Components
Intro To AAA Security
Understanding VPN Types
Configuring And Verifying Standard ACLs
Configuring And Verifying Extended ACLs
Configuring And Verifying Named ACLs
Configuring Port Security-Static
Configuring Port Security-Sticky
Configuring DHCP Snooping And DAI
AUTOMATION AND PROGRAMMABILITY
Automation And Programmability Overview
Intro To Network Programmability
Intro To SDN Architectures
Intro To API Concepts
Intro To REST-Based APIs
Intro To Cisco DNA Center
Intro To Config Management Utilities
Interpret JSON Encoded Data
2. Cisco CCNA – (CCNAAUTO 200-901)
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN
Overview
Set Up Dev Tools In Linux
Set Up Virtalization Tools In Linux
Set Up Dev Tools In Windows
Set Up Virtualization Tools In Windows
Data Formats
The JSON Data Format
The XML Data Format
The YAML Data Format
Software Development Basics
Agile Development
Lean Development
Waterfall Development
Pick A Development Methodology
Software Quality
Organize Code
Code Organization And Design Patterns
Version Control Basics
Git Basics: Local
Git Basics: Remote
UNDERSTANDING AND USING APIS
HTTP Basics
HTTP Response Codes
API Basics
Webhooks
API Usage – No Authentication
API Usage With Authentication
APPLICATION DEPLOYMENT AND SECURITY
Application Infrastructure
Continuous Integration And Deployment
Components Of An Application Deployment
Application Security
DevOps Basics
Docker Basics
Bash Basics
Unit Testing Basics
INFRASTRUCTURE AND AUTOMATION
Infrastructure As Code Basics
Development And Infrastructure As Code
Automated Testing
Device And Controller Management
APIs And Device Management
Configure A Device With Bash
Configure A Device With Python
Configure A Device With Ansible
NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS
Networking Basics
Network Communication Basics
IPv4 Addressing
Binary And Subnets
Subnetting, Real World Example
Common Network Components
Application Connectivity
Network Troubleshooting Devnet
IP Services Basics
Management, Data And Control Planes
CISCO PLATFORM AND DEVELOPMENT
Network Management Platform Capabilities
Collaboration Platform Capabilities
Security Platform Capabilities
Compute Management Platform Capabilities
Python Scripting With A Cisco SDK
Script: Manage WebEx Resources
3. Cisco CCNP Enterprise – Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) (350-401) (CORE EXAM)
ARCHITECTURE
Overview
Course Topics
Enterprise Network Design
High Availability Techniques
Designing WLAN Deployment
On-Prem Vs. Cloud Deployment
Describe SD-WAN
Describe SD-Access
Describe QoS
Describe QoS Part 2
Cisco Express Forwarding
VIRTUALIZATION
Device Virtualization Technologies
Path Virtualization Technologies
Path Virtualization Tech – GRE
Path Virtualization Tech – IPsec
Troubleshooting Path Virtualization
LISP
LISP Architecture Components
VXLAN
INFRASTRUCTURE
VTP
Troubleshooting 802.1Q
Troubleshoot EtherChannel
RSTP
MST
Compare Routing Concepts
OSPF LSAs
OSPF Areas
Other OSPF Features
Troubleshooting OSPF
Configure EBGP Peerings
BGP Neighbor States
Advertising Prefixes In BGP
The BGP Best Path Selection Algorithm
EBGP Review
WLAN Layer 1 Concepts
WLAN AP Concepts
Wireless Roaming
Troubleshooting Wireless
NTP
NAT/PAT
FHRP
Multicast
NETWORK ASSURANCE
Classic Troubleshooting Tools
Syslog And NetFlow
SPAN/RSPAN/ERSPAN
IP SLA
Cisco DNA Center
NETCONF And RESTCONF
SECURITY
Device Access Control
ACLs And CoPP
REST API Security
Wireless Security Features
New Network Security Features
TrustSec, MACsec, And NAC
AUTOMATION
Python, JSON, And YANG
EEM
Orchestration Tools
4. Cisco CCNP Enterprise – Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (ENARSI) (300-410) (CONCENTRATION EXAM)
LAYER 3 TECHNOLOGIES
Course Overview
Troubleshooting Admin Distance (AD)
Troubleshooting Route Maps
Troubleshooting Loop Prevention
Troubleshooting Routing Protocol Redistribution
Advanced Routing Protocol Redistribution
Route Tagging And Filtering
Troubleshooting Summarization
Configure And Verify Policy Based Routing
Configure And Verify VRF Lite
Bidirectional Forwarding Detection
BFD Prerequisites
EIGRP Primer: EIGRP Basics
EIGRP Primer: Metrics And DUAL
EIGRP Primer: Feasibility And Load Balancing
EIGRP Named And Classic Modes
EIGRP Path Manipulation And Load Balancing
EIGRP Stub
OSPF Primer: OSPF Basics
OSPF Primer: DRs And BDRs
OSPF Primer: Metrics
OSPF Primer: Virtual Links And Default Routes
OSPF Address Families
OSPF Authentication
OSPF Network Types
OSPF Router Types
OSPF Area Types
OSPF Path Preference
BGP Primer: BGP Basics
BGP Primer: BGP Peerings And Route Advertisements
BGP Address Families
BGP Peer Troubleshooting
BGP AS Numbers
BGP Neighbor States
BGP Synchronization And Operation
BGP Peer Groups
BGP Route Refresh
BGP Timers
BGP Path Attributes
BGP Best Path Algorithm
BGP Route Reflectors
BGP Routing Policies
VPN TECHNOLOGIES
MPLS Basic Operations
MPLS L3 VPNs
DMVPN Overview
Configuring The DMVPN
INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY
Troubleshooting AAA
Troubleshooting ACLs And URPF
Troubleshooting CoPP
IPv6 First Hop Security
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Troubleshooting Device Management
Troubleshoot SNMP
Troubleshooting With Syslog
Troubleshooting DHCP
Troubleshooting With IP SLA
Troubleshoot NetFlow
Troubleshooting With Cisco DNA Center
5. Cisco CCNP Enterprise – Designing Cisco Enterprise Networks (ENSLD) (300-420) (CONCENTRATION EXAM)
COURSE OVERVIEW
Course Overview
ADVANCED ADDRESSING AND ROUTING SOLUTIONS
Design IPv4 Addressing Plans
Design IPv6 Addressing Plans
IS-IS Routing Designs
EIGRP Routing Designs
OSPF Routing Designs
BGP Address Families
BGP Route Filtering Techniques
BGP Attributes For Path Preference
BGP Route Reflectors
BGP Load Sharing
IPv6 Migration Designs
ADVANCED ENTERPRISE CAMPUS NETWORKS
Design For High Availability
BFD
Design Layer 2 Infrastructures
SD Access Underlay And Overlay
SD-Access Design Best Practices
WAN FOR ENTERPRISE NETWORKS
Compare WAN Connectivity Options
Site-To-Site VPN Designs
Designing HA WANs
The SD-WAN Architecture
SD-WAN Design Best Practices
NETWORK SERVICES
QoS Strategies
End-To-End QoS Design
Designing Network Management
Describe Multicast Routing Concepts
Design Multicast Services
AUTOMATION
Choosing The Correct YANG Model
NETCONF Versus RESTCONF
Model-Driven Telemetry
6. Cisco CCNP Security – Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) (350-701) (CONCENTRATION EXAM)
COURSE OVERVIEW
Course Overview
SECURITY CONCEPTS
Threats, Vulnerabilities, Exploits And Mitigations
Common Threats To On-Prem
Common Threats In The Cloud
Common Security Vulnerabilities
Some Attack Mitigations
Introduction To Cryptography
Modern Cryptographic Solutions
Fundamentals Of PKI
Using The PKI
IKE V1 Vs IKE V2
VPN Options
Security Intelligence Auth, Sharing, Consumption
Endpoint Protections Social Engineering Attacks
Types Of Social Engineering Attacks
Northbound And Southbound APIs Of SDN
Python Scripts For Security Appliance API Calls
NETWORK SECURITY
Intrusion Prevention Versus Firewalling
Deployment Models For Network Security
NetFlow And Flexible NetFlow
Network Segmentation
DHCP Snooping
DAI And IP Source Guard
Private VLANs
Storm Control
Port Security And VLAN Hopping Attacks
Hardening The Network Infrastructure
Access Control Policies
Management Options For Security Solutions
Configure AAA For Device And Network Access
Configure Secure Network Management
Configure And Verify The Site-To-Site VPN
Configure And Verify The Remote Access VPN
Debugging And Showing IPsec Verifications
SECURING THE CLOUD
Cloud Deployment And Service Models
Security Responsibilities In The Cloud
Miscellaneous Cloud Security Topics
CONTENT SECURITY
Introducing Cisco Firepower Devices
Traffic Redirection And Capture Methods
Web Proxy Identity And Authentication
Compare ESA, CES, WSA
The WSA And ESA Architectures
Configure And Verify The WSA
Configure And Verify The ESA
Describe The Cisco Umbrella Solution
Configure And Verify Cisco Umbrella
ENDPOINT PROTECTION AND DETECTION
EPP Versus EDR And Cisco AMP
Miscellaneous Endpoint Security
Outbreak Control
Describe MDM
Describe An MFA Strategy
Endpoint Posture Assessment Solutions
Explain An Endpoint Patching Strategy
SECURE NETWORK ACCESS
Guest Services And BYOD
Configure And Verify 802.1X, MAB, And WebAuth
Network Access With CoA
Device Compliance And Application Control
Explain Exfiltration Techniques
Benefits Of Network Telemetry
Describe Various Cisco Security Products
Certification exams included:
- Cisco CCNA 200-301
- Cisco CCNA 200-901
- Cisco CCNP 350-401 (CORE EXAM)
- Cisco CCNP 300-410 (CONCENTRATION EXAM)
- Cisco CCNP 300-420 (CONCENTRATION EXAM)
- Cisco CCNP 350-701 (CONCENTRATION EXAM)
Practice tests included:
- Cisco CCNA 200-301 (KAPLAN PRACTICE TEST)
- Cisco CCNA 200-901 (MEASUREUP PRACTICE TEST)
- Cisco CCNP 350-401 (KAPLAN PRACTICE TEST)
- Cisco CCNP 300-410 (KAPLAN PRACTICE TEST)
Live labs included:
- Cisco CCNA 200-301
- Cisco CCNP 350-401
As part of this bundle, you will also get access to a MeasureUP or Kaplan practice test for each certification course. Scroll down to read more about the MeasureUP practice tests and how they will help you pass your exams the first time.
Features of MeasureUP practice tests:
- Questions are similar to exam questions, allowing you to test your knowledge of exam objectives
- Detailed explanations for both correct and distractor answers reinforce the material
- ‘Study Mode’ covers all objectives ensuring topics are covered
- ‘Certification Mode’ (timed) prepares students for exam taking conditions
- Instant, drill-down score reports tell you exactly the areas to focus on
Watch this video to learn more about MeasureUP practice tests.
Course access period: 12 months online access
Salary and job prospect information
We use two excellent third-party resources to allow you to check your earning potential and job prospects before starting this course.
The first is IT JobsWatch, which allows you to check what employers are paying people on average with specific certifications, such as the ones contained in this bundle. Click here and enter the name of the certification you would like to see salary information on. Remember to check the earning potential for all the certifications in the bundle, especially the more advanced ones as these will offer the highest salary.
The second is Payscale, which also does the above, but allows you to see what types of job titles are paying more based around the certification you enquire about. Click here and enter the name of the certification you would like to see salary and job title information on. Again, remember to check the earning potential for all the certifications in the bundle, especially the more advanced ones as these will provide information on higher level job roles. Although some higher level roles may require experience, the information will give you an idea of future earning potential and career prospects.
Learn about Cisco’s latest networking technologies and expertise that you can be a part of.
What career paths are available to me through this course?
- Cisco Network Engineer
- Cisco Network Specialist
- Cisco Network Analyst
- Cisco Network Consultant
- Network Engineer
- Network Field Engineer
- Network Deployment Engineer
- Network Operations Engineer
- Network Support Engineer
- Network Operations Center Engineer
- Network Consultant
- Network Technician
- Data Centre Manager
- IT Manager
- IT Consultant
- IT Support Technician
- Systems Administrator
How is each course taught?
All courses are online and self-paced, meaning you do it in your own home, in your own time, at your own pace and best of all… any where in the world, providing you have access to a laptop, PC or desktop computer, and an internet connection. Each lesson is pre-recorded allowing you to pause, fast-forward, skip sections, or go back to another lesson if you need to. The lessons are multi-media based, which means video and audio are used to teach the lessons. Your tutor will use PowerPoint slides, illustrations, diagrams and give demonstrations to teach each class.  Most lessons are also interactive, prompting the learner to participate.  This might involve answering on-screen questions, participating in tasks.
How long will it take me to complete each course?
As mentioned above, our courses are self-paced. Â Some people finish their course faster than others. Â Each certification course is between 12-30 hours. If you choose to only do one of the certification courses from this bundle, then it will take you less time than if you do two or three or all of them. Â No matter what though, you will always have 12 months to complete your course.
Please note that if you opt to pay for this course through installments, you will not be able to book your exam/s until your full balance is paid.
What do I need?
All you need is an internet connection and a device, such as a smart phone, tablet, laptop or PC, and an internet connection. To get the most out of the course, we recommend you access it using either a laptop or desktop computer through Google Chrome.
How does this course bundle work?
This course bundle is in part made up of four main resources as shown below. Some certification courses have their own set of resources, i.e. 1 x video based course, 1 x practice lab, 1 x MeasureUP or Kaplan practice exam, 1 x official Cisco exam (some courses may not include a practice test and/or live lab, but will always include a video based course and official Cisco exam. Refer to the sections above to see which courses include live labs and practice tests). Each resource is designed to work in conjunction with each other to ensure the successful path to certification. You will complete one course and exam, then repeat the process for the remaining courses. Read below to learn more about the resources that make up this course.
  Video Learning
Access to video based online learning material. Tutors use diagrams and illustrations to teach the classes, as well as giving demonstrations. Lessons are pre-recorded allowing you to fast-forward, rewind and pause at any time throughout the lessons. Videos can be viewed on different devices including a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, and smart phone.
 Practice Labs
The hands-on live practice labs allow you to experience practical application of course concepts in an authentic online environment 24/7, all from the comfort of your home or office. The lab environment allows you to test and apply your skills as you learn. These labs also come with tasks challenging what you have learnt. To learn more about practice labs, click here.
 MeasureUP Practice Tests
After working your way through each course and practice labs, you should be ready to start revising for your official exams. To do this, we provide you with MeasureUP or Kaplan practice tests. These one of the closest experiences to the actual exam you’ll be taking.
 Official Cisco Exams
Having confidently passed the practice tests, you will be ready to sit the official Cisco exams – which we will book on your behalf. You must complete each course before taking an exam. Once you have passed the necessary exams for each course, you will receive your official Cisco certification for that course, e.g. CCNA.
