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New technologies means new opportunities to improve our networks. When you earn your CCNP Service Provider certification, you prove you have the ability to configure, verify, and optimize next-gen service provider IP network infrastructure.
Showcase your knowledge of core architecture, services, networking, automation, QoS, security, and network assurance on the SPCOR exam and demonstrate your specialist skills with a concentration exam of your choice. Pass both exams to earn your certification.
Exams and trainings
Step 1: Take the Core exam and recommended training
Exam
350-501 SPCOR exam
Test your knowledge of the core skills necessary to configure, verify, troubleshoot, and optimize next-generation Service Provider IP network infrastructures.
Training
Implementing and Operating Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies (SPCOR)
Develop the skills necessary to understand and implement service provider core architecture, services, networking, automation, QoS, and more and prepare to take the 350-501 SPCOR exam.
Exam
350-501 SPCOR exam
Test your knowledge of the core skills necessary to configure, verify, troubleshoot, and optimize next-generation Service Provider IP network infrastructures.
Training
Implementing and Operating Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies (SPCOR)
Develop the skills necessary to understand and implement service provider core architecture, services, networking, automation, QoS, and more and prepare to take the 350-501 SPCOR exam.
Step 2: Choose one Concentration exam and recommended training
300-510 SPRI
Demonstrate your mastery of routing protocols, multicast routing, policy language, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and their integration into the network.
Recommended training:
Implementing Cisco Service Provider Advanced Routing Solutions (SPRI)
300-515 SPVI
Showcase your ability to manage end-customer Virtual Private Network (VPN) environments built over a common service provider Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) backbone.
Recommended training:
300-535 SPAUTO
Demonstrate your ability to implement and support automation solutions in Service Provider network infrastructure, using network programmability principles, protocols, tools, and mechanisms.
Recommended training:
Implementing Automation for Cisco Service Provider Solutions (SPAUI)
300-540 SPCNI
First date to test: January 20, 2024
This exam certifies a candidate's knowledge of designing and implementing virtualized architecture, cloud interconnect, high availability, security, and service assurance and optimization.
Getting started
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Step 1: Review
Learn more about the CCNP Service Provider program and what it takes to earn your certification.
Step 2: Study and train
Explore our training options and find the plan that's best for you.
Step 3: Connect to our community
Your free Cisco Learning Network membership includes free study resources to supplement your learning journey. Access training videos, webinars and the CCNP Community, where you can ask technical questions, join discussions, and receive study tips to help you achieve your CCNP.
Step 4: Practice
Practice with Cisco labs, simulation tools, and sandboxes.
Step 5: Schedule test
Schedule to take your CCNP Service Provider exam online or at a Pearson VUE location available worldwide.
Step 6: Certify
Log in to the Certification Tracking System to see your updated status and claim your digital kit. If this was your final certification exam, congratulations! It’s time to celebrate and tell the world about your accomplishment.
Step 7: Recertify
Keep your certification current and your skills sharp with Continuing Education.
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