Course description

Cisco is a world-wide leader in IT, networking, and security solutions. Earning a Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification (CCNA) is a valuable first step toward a career in IT. To earn CCNA certification, you must pass one exam that covers a range of basic IT knowledge, including networking and security fundamentals, IP services, software development, and automation. CCNA certification gives you a solid foundation to start or build the career you want. 

The goal of this course is to provide you with all the tools you need to prepare for the CCNA exam — including text explanations, video demos, lab activities, self-assessment questions, and a practice exam — and increase your chances of passing on your first try.

What will I learn?

  • Network fundamentals: Configure and manage Cisco routers and switches. Understand network topology architectures and the role of network components.
  • Network access: Implement and manage VLANs and interswitch connectivity.
  • IP connectivity: Apply IP addressing, subnetting, and routing concepts.
  • IP services: Understand and configure IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, and learn about routing and packet forwarding.
  • Security fundamentals: Implement network security measures like Access Control Lists (ACLs) and Network Address Translation (NAT).
  • Automation and programmability: Gain knowledge of topics like generative AI, cloud network management, and machine learning as they relate to networking.

Requirements

  • Laptop/Desktop
  • Internet

Frequently Asked Question

The CCNA is an entry-level networking certification that can help you prepare for networking roles in IT, such as network specialist, network administrator, and network engineer

You may become CCNA certified by taking and passing only one test, the 200-301 CCNA. The number of questions you will encounter on the exam is not fixed, but it will generally be around 110 to 120. The minimum passing score is around 800-850 out of a maximum score of 1000.

Yes, CCNA for beginners is not only possible—it's encouraged. Cisco designed the CCNA 200-301 certification to serve as a foundational entry into networking. You don't need prior professional experience, but a basic understanding of computers, IP addressing, and how the internet works will definitely help.

After receiving your CCNA certification, you can work as an entry-level Network Engineer. An entry-level network engineer's roles and responsibilities include monitoring network performance, implementing network security measures, and maintaining hardware components.

Watt Fiedin Adams

I am a Ghanaian businessman living in Accra. I am married to Hannah Watt Fiedin (Mrs.) and father to Godstime Watt Fiedin. I am very passionate about Entrepreneurship and aim at creating jobs for the youth. I like teaching and creating teaching contents for others to use. Jesus is my Mentor and Inspiration.

I am a Ghanaian/American businessman living in Accra and father to Godstime Watt Fiedin.I am very passionate about Entrepreneurship and aim at creating jobs for the youth.I like teaching and creating teaching contents for others to use.Jesus is my Mentor and Inspiration. - 18 years of teaching experience in French Language.- 3 years in Economic Business- 3 years Certified Interpreter/Translator, World Vision International, Ghana, West Africa Region & Global Center- 2 years Certified Translator, HIPPO Transport Ltd.- 3 years of French/English book Authorship.- 1 year as President of the Online Linguistics Trainers Association, Ghana.- 3 years as Chief Executive Officer, WATT Group of Companies- Director, WATT E-School of Languages- President, Online Linguistics Trainers Association, Ghana- President, WATT Xpress Ltd.- Co-founder, Gallery Products Ghana Ltd.- CEO, WATT Publications Ltd.- Interpreter, Lausanne Movement- Co-founder, WATT E-School- C. E. O. / Founder - WATT Professional Studies LLC- Test Administrator (PSI & Pearson VUE)

GH₵1500

GH₵2860

Lectures

56

Skill level

Beginner

Expiry period

6 Months

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