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Cisco Job Market, Salary Statistics and Reference Materials

Cisco Market Information

There are many resources available to further explore the many benefits of Cisco CCNA certification. You will find links on this page that will direct you to success stories, salary statistics, newsgroups and study materials related to CCNA certification training.

Cisco Success Stories

Many people have benefited from the IT training available through Cisco training academies located across the globe. Students from Californa to China are benefiting from the focused training available to them through their local Network Academies. Explore the possibilities available to you through your local Cisco Network Academy!

Certification Milestones in Networking

Cisco Networking certfications follow a progressive hierarchy and start with a foundation of the Cisco Certified Network Associate CCNA. Once a network professional obtains the CCNA certification, they can build upon that solid foundation by working toward the CCNP certification (Cisco Certified Network Professional). According to Cisco, a network professional with a CCNP, can install, configure, and troubleshoot local and wide area networks for enterprise organizations with networks from 100 to more than 500 nodes. The network professional that wishes to pursue the pinnacle of network certifications will endeavor to obtain the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert CCIE certification. The CCIE is the highest level of achievement for network professionals and it certifies an individual as an expert or master.

TCP Magazine Salary Surveys

TCP Magazine is an online resource for Cisco internetworking professionals. Comprehensive salary comparisons can be found on this site along with a wide variety of networking articles and white papers. This year TCP is also offering an International Salary comparison as well. Read this article on the possible pitfalls of "Paper" MCSE certifications and their comparison to the "Holy Grail" of IT certifications, the CCIE!

CCNA Salary Statistics

Salary statistics show that certififications added to your arsenal may add approximately 43% to your salary! It may well be worth your time to pursue these certifications. About.com and TCP magazine offer comprehensive salary statistics relating to the CCNA certification. Be sure to check these resources regularly for updated information.

Careers at Cisco

Discover all that's possible for your career - Cisco Systems is one of the most innovative companies in the high-technology industry. Cisco hires highly talented individuals who will continue Cisco global leadership in delivering networking products and solutions that help customers achieve their business goals. Are you seeking a rewarding career at a company that influences the way people work, live, play, and learn? Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of people—at work and at play—worldwide? To discover the possibilities at Cisco, start your job search here

Cisco News Groups

Use Cisco newsgroups to obtain information from and to ask questions to other like minded networking professionals. There are many newsgroups out there to help you find answers to many types of questions. We have included two newsgroups here to help you in your quest for information. The Cisco Certification newsgroup can be used to find information on obtaining and studying for the CCNA certification. The Cisco Systems newsgroup can be used to troll for information relating to Cisco networking products and installation advice.

CCNA Practice Exams

There are many resources available to aid you in studying for the CCNA exams. These range from practice exams to network simulators. Students enrolled in the CCNA curriculum have free resources available to them. Ask your instructor for details! Transcender offers a wide variety of practice tests which you can purchase on their site.

Cisco Press Study Guides

Cisco Press is the only Cisco authorized publisher of books for Cisco certification self study and network technology learning. Peruse their site and browse through the wide variety of information available to help you Ace your CCNA exams!