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Registering For Cisco CCNP Exams
The Cisco CCNP written exam is conducted online by Pearson VUE and
Thomson Prometric at their various on line centers. Each exam cost
US $125 and can be taken at the online testing centers of Pearson
VUE or Prometric.
Pearson VUE
Pearson VUE is the computer-based testing business of Pearson,
the international media company. The link for Cisco certification
is http://www.vue.com/cisco/
Individuals can use exam certificates (vouchers) to pay for
IT certification exams. Test vouchers can also be purchased by testing
centers, corporations, academic institutions and other organizations.
These vouchers can be electronically purchased or can be ordered from
a store near you place. Look up the website of Pearson VUE to find
out more information.
Vouchers are non-refundable and non-returnable and expire
within 12 months. It can be used via the Web, testing center or Pearson
VUE call center.
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Thomson Prometric
Thomson Prometric provides a fully integrated testing system
for corporations. It has clients with the government, academic and
professional Associations. The link to the site is http://securereg3.prometric.com/
Prepaid certificates called test vouchers are available for
test partners, corporations, schools and government agencies. These
vouchers can be purchased electronically or through the regional voucher
sales and service team. Look up the website for more information.
Minimum vouchers per order are three and the vouchers are
non-refundable and non-returnable. The expiry date is provided and
printed on the voucher at the time of purchase. Vouchers must be redeemed
at Prometric client and testing programs only.
Jobs and Salaries
System Administration in LAN/WAN environments is the CCNP jobs profile
you can expect after completion of this exam. Also become a Senior
Network Engineer and perform the following post-sales responsibilities:
system implementation services in small to medium networks, engineering
an IP addressing plan, creating configuration files, and creating
the test-bed and staging areas for platform development. A CCNP certified
professional can perform the following functions:
Execute suitable technologies to build a scalable routed network
Put up campus networks employing multiplayer switching technologies
Enhance traffic flow, dependability, redundancy, and performance
for campus LANs, routed and switched WANs, and remote access networks
Deploy QoS, VPN, and converged networks in the organization
Troubleshoot an environment where Cisco routers and switches
are used for multiprotocol client hosts and services
The salary for CCNP jobs is around US $46,350
CCDP is a certification offered by Cisco and is somewhat similar
to CCNP. The market for CCDP is also growing but still remains half
of that of CCNP. This could also be an option for you.
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