This vendor-specific certification is offered by: Cisco Systems
San Jose,
CA,
USA Phone: 800-553-6387 Email: ciscotraining@cisco.com
Skill Level: AdvancedStatus: Active
Certification Summary: For computer professionals who wish to demonstrate internetworking expertise. This top-of-the-line certification is for individuals who work specifically with Cisco products. It is currently one of the premiere IT certifications.
Initial requirements: You must first pass a two-hour computer based test ($300) administered through an authorized testing center. This is called the written exam, and it contains 100 multiple choce questions. Then you must also pass a full day (8 hour) hands-on practical lab ($1250) at a Cisco testing facility. You must attempt the lab exam within 18 months of passing the written exam. There are five CCIE tracks to choose from: Routing and Switching; Security; Service Provider; Storage Networking, and Voice.
Continuing requirements:
Every two years after becoming certified, CCIEs must recertify by passing any CCIE qualification exam.
Offline resources: There are many Cisco technology books available through traditional and online bookstores. There are also lots of Cisco training courses available through Cisco Training Partners and Cisco Networking Academies.