These entry-level certificates are the ideal stepping stones for assisting tech job seekers to confirm their competencies for entry-level IT job roles as well as demonstrate their readiness to pursue Associate-level certifications, such as CCNA and CyberOps Associate.
An individual’s skills and knowledge of fundamental cybersecurity concepts and topics, such as security principles, network security, and endpoint security concepts, vulnerability assessment and risk management, and incident handling, are validated by the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification.
A prerequisite for CyberOps Associate certification is the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) cybersecurity certification.
Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
An individual’s skills and understanding of fundamental networking concepts and subjects are validated by the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking certification. The certification proves the fundamental know-how and abilities required to explain how networks work, including the hardware, software, and protocols that make up network communications.
A prerequisite for CCNA certification is the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking certification.
Cisco certifications
In order to address today’s evolving technologies and better prepare students, engineers, and software developers for success in the most crucial positions in the sector, Cisco has revised its training and certification programmes.
Technology
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Entry
Use this as a starting point if you’re interested in a career as a networking professional. |
Associate
Master the essentials needed to launch a rewarding career as a networking professional and realize your potential with the latest technologies. |
Professional
Select a core technology track and a focused concentration exam to customize your professional-level certification. |
Expert
Become an expert in your field by earning the most prestigious certification in the technology industry. |
Collaboration | CCNP Collaboration | CCIE Collaboration | ||
CyberOps | Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity | CyberOps Associate | CyberOps Professional | |
Data Center | CCNP Data Center | CCIE Data Center | ||
DevNet (Dev and Automation) |
DevNet Associate | DevNet Professional | DevNet Expert | |
Design | CCDE | |||
Enterprise | Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking | CCNA | CCNP Enterprise | CCIE Enteprise Infrastructure
CCIE Enterprise Wireless |
Security | CCNP Security | CCIE Security | ||
Service Provider | CCNP Service Provider | CCIE Service Provider |
Additional training programs
Cisco Certified Technician (CCT)
CCT Collaboration
CCT Data Center
CCT Routing & Switching
Meraki Solutions
Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist
Customer Success
Cisco Customer Success Manager
Cisco Renewals Manager
Cisco certification roadmaps
Technology and IT needs are always evolving and so are Cisco certification exams. With Cisco Certification Roadmaps you’ll know exactly what to study — and when to get started. Visit our Cisco Learning Network community for updates and more information.
What happens after I pass the certification exam?
Thank you for passing the certification exam. This is a noteworthy accomplishment. To find out more about what occurs next, visit our Certification Fulfillment and Benefits page.
I need to recertify
For specific details about your recertification requirements, visit the Recertification policy page.
Certification agreements
In order to participate in the Cisco Certifications programme, candidates must accept a number of agreements and get the right to use the program’s trademarks and emblems.