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Certifications matter. To employers, they indicate the promise of higher productivity and proof of your abilities, but for new and current IT professionals, they are a reflection of far more.

Cisco Certifications

Why Certify?

Certifications matter. To employers, they indicate the promise of higher productivity and proof of your abilities, but for new and current IT professionals, they are a reflection of far more.

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Stay competitive in the expertise levels and tech professions of your choice

Earning the certifications you need can lead you to the career you want, while keeping you competitive in a field where many IT professionals hold certifications. Cisco's best-in-class training helps you learn, grow, and evolve. Our digital badge program gives you the tools to highlight every step of your journey.

92 %

of certified individuals feel more confident in their abilities after earning certifications.2
73 %

of IT professionals pursued IT certifications to obtain necessary skills.1
81 %

of employers associate IT certification holders with increased quality and value of work contribution.2
79 %

of IT professionals who earned certifications feel more respected by their work peers.2

Develop and specialize​

Today, Cisco’s certification portfolio offers more options than ever before, empowering you to customize your learning plan to your career, interests and aspirations. Every Cisco exam you pass and each milestone you reach tells a new chapter in your story.​

Find personal fulfillment​

Certification is more than just an achievement that secures promotions, unlocks salary increases, and attracts new career opportunities. It also sets you on an upward trajectory towards personal growth and fulfillment.

Pursue new opportunities

Put yourself in control. Cisco certifications are available in multiple levels of expertise and for various professional areas. Name the certification. Name your career. And highlight your professional achievements every step of the way.

Learning that fits your life

From bite-sized tutorials to modularized courses to in-depth Learning Paths, Cisco U. delivers tech learning, shaped to you.

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