Set Yourself Apart with CCNP

1 Set YourselfApart withCCNPS oftware and networking grow more and more interconnected every dayTo capitalize on these opportunities,today s IT professionals need Intent-based networking connects users, devices, apps, security intent, and policyAPIs and programmability drive new automation, agility, and scale 2020 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the other countries. To view a list of Cisco trademarks, go to this URL: Third-party trademarks mentioned are the propertyof their respective owners.

2 The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. (1110R)C99-742585-01 02/20 Multi-domain solutions cross enterprise, data center, service provider, and securityDeeper focus in their areas of expertiseA broad range of core skills Software development and programmability skillsThat s why Cisco CCNP certifications arecustomizable, with only two exams:But wait, there s moreThat means four great things happen when you earn CCNP: The core exam covers on topics that apply across a technology, including automation and programmability The concentration exam covers a focus area of your choice in that technology No CCNP exams have any formal prerequisites You no longer need associate-levelcertification to qualify for CCNP.

3 And you can take your exams in any orderEvery CCNP core and concentration exam earns an individual Specialist certification You can earn as many Specialist certifications in as many technology areas as you likeCCNP core exams also serve as the qualifying exams for ccie lab exams Yes, you read that right. Earning CCNP certification means that the only thing between you and ccie is passing the lab examTechnology areas include:EnterpriseData CenterSecurityService ProviderCollaborationDid we mention that hiring managerslove certified candidates?of organizations use certifications to makehiring decisions99%Show the world you know your stuff with a high-value certificationCustomize your certification within your technical focus Position Yourself for advancement in the fast-paced world of information technologyEarn a Specialist certification for passing any CCNP exam core or concentrationLink that CCNP certification badge to all your social media profiles Add automation skills to your areas of expertiseQualify for ccie lab exams by passing CCNP core exams of technology executives and managers consider technical

4 Certifications a critical success factor78%Take your career to the next levelwith the new CCNPFor more information, visitProfessional certificationsCCNPYou have your CCNP certification, whichhiring managers are qualified to take the ccie lab exam in your technology have a core Specialist have another Specialist certification from your concentration exam, for a total of three certifications.