CCIE Routing and Switching Express

Step 1: Get the CCNA Certificate

Degree of Difficulty:

CCNA is the Cisco entry-level certification for after-sales engineers. Generally speaking, CCNA involves the basic networking knowledge and knowledge of Cisco devices. It will cost you 1-3 months to learn this course.
At present, there are two approaches to get this certificate:

• 1.Take the exam 640-802
• 2.Take exams 640-822 and 640-816

Step 2: Get the CCNP certificate

Degree of Difficulty:

CCNP validates a network professional's ability to install, configure and troubleshoot converged local and wide area networks with 100 to 500 or more nodes. With a CCNP certificate, a network professional demonstrates the knowledge and skills required to manage the routers and switches that form the network core, as well as edge applications that integrate voice, wireless, and security into the network.
At present, there are two approaches to get this certificate:

• 1.Take four exams: 642-901, 642-812, 642-825, 642-845
• 2.Take three exams: 642-892, 642-825, 642-845

Step 3: Get the CCIE R&S Certificate

Degree of Difficulty:

The CCIE certification in Routing and Switching indicates expert level knowledge of networking across various LAN and WAN technologies as implemented in a variety of routers and LAN switches. Experts in R&S solve complex connectivity problems and apply technology solutions to increase bandwidth, improve response times, maximize performance, improve security, and support global applications. Candidates have the ability to install, configure and maintain LAN, WAN and dial access service.
At present, obtaining this credential needs to take two steps:

• 1.Take qualification written exam 350-001
• 2.Take lab exam