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.


Every professional-level exam now earns a Specialist certification.

Learn more

What job can I get with my certification?

Network Engineer

Network engineers support vital business operations by designing, building, and optimizing networks.

Learn about CCNA

Explore Network Engineer role

Systems Engineer

Systems engineers combine engineering and management skills to design and manage complex infrastructure.

Learn about CCNP Enterprise

Explore Systems Engineer role

CyberOps Analyst

Cybersecurity analysts detect and mitigate security threats before they can impact the network.

Learn about CyberOps Associate

Explore CyberOps Analyst role

Network Security Analyst

Network security analysts design and implement cybersecurity systems to protect data, computers, and networks.

Learn about CCNP Security

Explore Security Analyst role

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.

Try the tech learning experience shaped around your goals.

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.

View Exam Testing FAQ