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Which path should I start with?

Find the right certification path for your level and your goals.

Written by Elwin BERRAR

PingMyNetwork offers three certification paths.
Here is how to pick yours.

1. The recommended order

  • CCNA 200-301: Start here. It covers all the networking fundamentals: IP addressing, switching, routing, security and automation.

  • CCNP ENCOR 350-401: The next step. It goes deeper into enterprise networks: advanced routing, wireless, virtualization and automation.

  • CCNP ENARSI 300-410: The final step. It focuses on advanced routing and troubleshooting.

2. Which one is right for you?

  • New to networking: Start with CCNA, even if you work in IT. It builds the foundation for everything else.

  • Already CCNA certified: Go straight to ENCOR.

  • Already passed ENCOR: Take ENARSI to complete your CCNP Enterprise.

3. How CCNP Enterprise works

  • Two exams: You earn CCNP Enterprise by passing ENCOR (the core exam) and one concentration exam, such as ENARSI.

  • No prerequisites: Cisco doesn't require CCNA to take CCNP exams, but we strongly recommend it. CCNP builds on everything CCNA teaches.

4. Not sure about your level?
Try the first module of each path for free.
If the CCNA content feels easy, move on to ENCOR.

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