Belajar Cisco untuk pemula - Part 2/5 | Cisco Certification

Summary

This video provides an overview of Cisco certifications, outlining the key levels from entry to expert, including the recent changes made in 2020. The certification path begins with the foundational CCNA, followed by professional certifications like the CCNP, and culminates with expert-level credentials such as the CCIE. Cisco’s new certification structure also introduces a Specialist level for more focused expertise. The video explains the evolution of the certification system, exam pathways, and the progression from one level to another, offering guidance for beginners and aspiring networking professionals.

Takeaways

• 😀 Cisco certifications are a tool to measure the competency of networking engineers at various levels.
• 😀 Cisco certification levels include entry, associate, professional, expert, and specialist.
• 😀 A major change occurred in February 2020, where Cisco introduced the specialist certification level.
• 😀 The entry-level certification now focuses on foundational knowledge, with CCNA being the primary certification at the associate level.
• 😀 The CCNA certification is now streamlined with exam code 200-301, replacing previous tracks like CCNA Cloud and Data Center.
• 😀 To achieve CCNP, professionals must pass two exams: a core exam and a concentration exam in a chosen track.
• 😀 Specialist certifications offer targeted expertise in specific areas, such as security, enterprise, and collaboration.
• 😀 After the introduction of specialist certifications, professionals can focus on specialized tracks from the beginning, skipping lower levels if desired.
• 😀 It is recommended for beginners to start with the CCNA 200-301 certification before moving on to higher levels like CCNP.
• 😀 Professionals can now directly pursue exams at higher levels like CCNP or expert levels, depending on their career progression and experience.

Q & A

What are the main levels of Cisco certifications mentioned in the script?

The main levels of Cisco certifications mentioned are entry-level, associate-level, professional-level, expert-level, and specialist-level.

How did Cisco change its certification structure in February 2020?

In February 2020, Cisco introduced the specialist-level certification in addition to the traditional entry, associate, professional, and expert levels.

What was the previous entry-level Cisco certification before the current structure?

Previously, entry-level certifications included CCMT, IC1, and SIANG2, but these are no longer in use.

What is the current associate-level certification that replaced older certifications like CCNA Cloud?

The current associate-level certification is the CCNA 200-301, which replaced older certifications like CCNA Cloud, Data Center, and others.

How has the Cisco professional-level certification structure changed?

The professional-level certification now includes a more streamlined path, with single exams for CCNP, and the option to specialize in various tracks such as security, service provider, and enterprise.

What is the main difference between the old and new certification models?

The main difference is the ability to directly take exams at various levels, such as jumping from entry-level to professional-level exams, without needing to follow a strict progression.

What are the requirements to take the CCNP exam?

To take the CCNP exam, you need to pass two exams: one core exam and one concentration exam in a specialized area, such as enterprise or security.

What does the script recommend for those starting their Cisco certification journey?

The script recommends starting with the associate-level certification (CCNA 200-301) and then progressing to the professional level (CCNP) and potentially the expert level (CCIE).

How important is Cisco Packet Tracer in Cisco certification preparation?

Cisco Packet Tracer is highly recommended for lab-school practice and hands-on experience, helping learners gain practical skills needed for exams.

What is the new specialist-level certification introduced by Cisco?

The specialist-level certification is a new category that was added in February 2020. It allows learners to specialize in specific Cisco technologies or solutions.