Cisco certifications
Gain industry-recognised Cisco certifications to enhance your networking skills. Our courses cover all levels, from foundational to expert, equipping you with the expertise needed for today’s IT environments
Cisco certifications
QA has over 20 years of experience delivering CCNA and CCNP training and all of our instructors have received the Cisco Instructor Excellence Award for instructor-led training.
Cisco Associate level
Advance your career with Cisco’s associate-level certifications, designed to validate core networking and security skills, preparing you for mid-level roles in IT environments.
Cisco DevNet Associate Certification
A first-of-its-kind at Cisco, the DevNet certification program validates the skills of software developers, DevOps engineers, automation specialists, and other software professionals.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is a globally recognised certification for IT professionals looking to build foundational networking skills.
Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
The Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification validates foundational knowledge and skills needed for entry-level cybersecurity roles. It equips you to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats as part of a Security Operations Centre (SOC) team.
Cisco Professional level
Enhance your expertise with Cisco's professional-level certifications, focusing on advanced networking, security, and IT management skills, positioning you for senior roles in the industry.
Cisco DevNet Professional Certification
The program certifies key emerging technical skills for a new kind of IT professional, empowering organisations to embrace the potential of applications, automation, and infrastructure for the network, Internet of Things (IoT), DevOps, and Webex.
Cisco CCNP Collaboration
The new CCNP Collaboration certification program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in collaboration technologies. CCNP Collaboration now includes automation and programmability to help you scale your collaboration infrastructure.
Cisco CCNP Data Center
The new CCNP Data Center certification program 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.
Cisco CCNP Enterprise
Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP Enterprise) by Cisco is a globally recognised certification that demonstrates your ability to manage complex enterprise networks.
Cisco CCNP Security Certification
The new CCNP Security certification program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in security technologies. CCNP Security now includes automation and programmability to help you scale your security infrastructure.
Cisco CCNP Service Provider Certification
The new CCNP Service Provider certification program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in service provider technologies. CCNP Service Provider now includes automation and programmability to help you scale your service provider infrastructure.
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How do I gain a Cisco certification?
Choose the certification that matches your goals and experience level. You can book a course with QA and access Cisco’s resources to pass the required exams through QA's authorized centers or online.
Exams test practical and theoretical knowledge of Cisco technologies.
Why get a Cisco certification?
Cisco is a global leader in IT and networking, and its certifications are recognized across industries.
By earning a Cisco certification, you validate your skills in areas like networking, security, and collaboration, proving your expertise with Cisco technologies. This can significantly enhance job prospects, increase earning potential, and provide opportunities for advancement in IT roles.
Cisco certifications also help professionals stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and innovations in the industry.
Cisco certification levels explained
Cisco certifications are organized into four levels:
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Entry Level: For beginners starting their IT career, covering fundamental skills.
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Associate Level: Focuses on foundational IT and networking knowledge, including CCNA for networking and DevNet Associate for development.
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Professional Level: Builds on the associate level, offering deeper specialization like CCNP for advanced networking and DevNet Professional for developers.
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Expert Level: The highest level, validating mastery in complex networking and IT topics, such as CCIE for expert-level networking professionals.
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