Cisco Express Foundation Design Specialist

Designed exclusively for Channel Partners, the Cisco Express Foundation Design Specialist develops network planning and design skills for customers that would typically be required of a pre-sales or system engineer. The Design Specialist demonstrates fundamental understanding of the IP networks, routing and switching concepts, and the basic steps required to incorporate wireless and security technologies in the IP Network. The Cisco Express Foundation Design Specialist can effectively assess customer needs, as well as design and sell converged network solutions. This includes application of Cisco-verified best practices for these tasks and use of the various job aids and tools provided to facilitate successful network design and future growth potential.

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Cisco Express Foundation Design Specialist Prerequisites
Valid CCDA certification

Cisco Express Foundation Design Specialist Exams & Recommended Training
Required Exam(s)	Recommended Training
642-373 CXFS	Express Foundation for System Engineers v1.2

Cisco Express Foundation Design Specialist Recertification
Cisco Specialist Certifications are valid for two years. To recertify, take and pass the current version of the required exam(s) or pass a current CCIE written exam.

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