Cisco Certification CCNA Certifcation FAQ
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Cisco Certification: CCNA Certification FAQ
Summary:
Chris Bryant, CCIE
12933, answers common questions from CCNA candidates.
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If you're starting your CCNA studies, you probably have a lot of questions. Here, Chris Bryant, CCIE
12933, addresses the top five frequently asked questions by CCNA candidates.
Q. What exams are required for a CCNA certification?
A. To earn your CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification, you have two options. You can either take the single 640-801 CCNA Composite exam or divide it into two parts: Introduction to Cisco Networking Technologies (INTRO 640-821) and Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices (ICND 640-811).
Q. Which exam path would you recommend?
A. I usually suggest the two-exam path, especially for those new to Cisco exams. The Intro exam provides more time to get familiar with the Cisco exam format, particularly the simulator questions. The single composite exam covers a wide range of topics, so breaking it into two parts can help manage the material more effectively.
However, I've seen many succeed with the composite exam, so it is entirely possible!
Q. Is CCNA certification permanent, or do I need to recertify?
A. Cisco enforces strict recertification policies to maintain the value of its certifications. You need to recertify your CCNA every three years.
Q. How can I recertify my CCNA?
A. There’s often confusion about this. According to Cisco's latest guidelines, you can recertify your CCNA by doing one of the following:
1. Pass the current CCNA Composite or ICND exam.
2. Pass any 642-level professional-level exam or any Cisco Qualified Specialist exam, excluding Sales Specialist exams.
3. Pass any CCIE written exam.
Q. How do I register for the CCNA exam?
A. You can register for the CCNA exam at any Prometric or VUE testing center. To find a nearby Prometric testing center and register online, visit [www.2test.com](http://www.2test.com). For VUE sites, register at [www.vue.com](http://www.vue.com).
Q. Can you provide a braindump for the exam?
A. Wrong person for that request! :)
Wishing you success,
Chris Bryant
CCIE #12933
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