PASS Exams

Entry Certification

Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician

The first stage of Cisco's certification system is the entry level and begins with CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician) certification as an interim step to CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and CCDA (Cisco Certified Design Associate) credentials. While the CCENT covers basic networking knowledge, and does not get involved with the more intricate technical aspects of the Cisco security, wireless, or voice curriculum, it does validate the skills essential for entry-level network support positions. CCENT qualified individuals have the knowledge and skill to install, manage, maintain and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including network security.

Steps to Gaining the Credential CCENT

1. Training: CCENT training is called ICND1. CCENT training called ICND1 is required to sit for the ICND1 exam. It is a 5 Day instructor led or virtual course from a Cisco Certified Training Provider. ICND1 equals 30 Cisco Learning Credits when training is delivered by a Cisco Certified training provider.
2. Examination: The CCENT exam is called Exam 640-822 ICND1.