The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification validates the essential skills required to design, configure, troubleshoot and secure modern networks. This five-day course follows the domains of the 200-301 exam and combines theory with Cisco router and switch configuration, IPv4/IPv6 addressing, VLANs, routing, network services and hands-on labs.
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Languages : French or English
Exam facts : 200-301 CCNA · 120 min · English · Pearson VUE
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Objectives
Describe network architectures, the OSI and TCP/IP models and how Cisco devices operate
Configure VLANs, trunks, inter-VLAN routing and Layer 2 redundancy mechanisms
Implement IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, subnetting and IP connectivity
Configure and verify static routing and single-area OSPFv2
Configure IP services including DHCP, DNS, NAT, NTP, Syslog and SNMP
Apply network security fundamentals and identify risks related to access and devices
Explain virtualization, cloud, network automation and the principles of controllers and APIs
Program
Network fundamentals and architecture (20%)
Roles of routers, switches, access points and controllers
Topologies, OSI and TCP/IP models, and encapsulation
Cabling, interfaces, duplex, speed and network discovery
Virtualization, spine-leaf architecture and cloud principles
Network access and switching (20%)
VLANs, access ports and 802.1Q trunks
Inter-VLAN routing and SVIs
EtherChannel and LACP
Spanning Tree Protocol and Layer 2 protections
Wi-Fi, WLAN components and secure access
IP connectivity (25%)
IPv4 addressing, subnetting and VLSM
IPv6 addressing and address types
Routing tables and best-path selection
IPv4/IPv6 static routing
Single-area OSPFv2 and connectivity verification
IP services (10%)
Static and dynamic NAT and PAT
DHCP client and server, DHCP relay and DNS
NTP, Syslog and SNMP
QoS and high-availability principles
Remote access and troubleshooting tools
Security fundamentals (15%)
Threats, vulnerabilities and defense-in-depth principles
Local accounts, AAA and access control
SSH, passwords, port security and port protection
IPv4 and IPv6 access control lists
Wi-Fi security: WPA2, WPA3 and authentication
Automation and programmability (10%)
Controller-based networks and SDN architecture
REST APIs, JSON and HTTP methods
Automation tools and configuration management
Telemetry, network assurance and AI use cases
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisites from Cisco
Recommended: basic knowledge of computers, operating systems and TCP/IP networking
Some command-line and network troubleshooting experience is helpful but not required
Target audience
Entry-level network administrators and technicians
System technicians moving into networking
IT engineers and teams responsible for infrastructure
Students and professionals preparing for their first networking certification
Support teams looking to strengthen their troubleshooting skills
The exam
The 200-301 CCNA exam lasts 120 minutes and is delivered in English through Pearson VUE, at a test center or online. It covers network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability. Cisco does not publish a fixed passing score, which may vary by exam version. The CCNA certification is valid for three years and can be renewed through an exam or Continuing Education credits.
Preparation tips
Practice IPv4 addressing, subnetting and routing-table reading every day
Configure VLANs, trunks, OSPF and ACLs in a lab before the exam
Learn to interpret show commands and isolate faults step by step
Review concepts as well as syntax: the exam tests understanding of network behavior
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is CCNA suitable for beginners?
Yes. Cisco requires no formal prerequisites. Basic computer and TCP/IP knowledge makes the learning process easier, while the hands-on labs gradually build Cisco configuration skills.
Which exam is required for the CCNA?
The certification is earned by passing the 200-301 CCNA exam. You do not need to pass multiple exams for this certification level.
Does the course include Cisco hands-on labs?
Yes. The course includes configuration and verification exercises covering the main exam topics: VLANs, routing, OSPF, IP services, ACLs and troubleshooting.
Is CCNA only about Cisco equipment?
The exam uses Cisco terminology and commands, but the fundamentals covered—addressing, switching, routing, services and security—are useful in any networking environment.
How long is the CCNA certification valid?
The CCNA certification is valid for three years. It can be renewed by passing an eligible Cisco exam or earning the required Continuing Education credits.
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