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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

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Course overview

The Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification is designed for experienced networking professionals looking to advance into higher-level infrastructure roles. This course provides full preparation for both core and concentration exams required to achieve the CCNP Enterprise qualification.

Covering the 350-401 ENCOR (core enterprise technologies) and 300-410 ENARSI (advanced routing), this dual-exam pathway equips learners with expert-level knowledge to plan, implement, verify, and troubleshoot enterprise networking solutions.

Professionals holding a CCNP certification typically earn £50,000 to £75,000+, with opportunities in enterprise networks, service providers, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Who's It For?

  • Experienced network professionals
  • CCNA-certified technicians advancing to enterprise-level roles
  • Engineers preparing for specialisation in Cisco infrastructure

Job outcomes

  • Network Engineer
  • Infrastructure Consultant
  • Senior Network Analyst
  • Enterprise Network Specialist
  • Cisco Solutions Engineer

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What you'll learn

  • 350-401 ENCOR: core networking, virtualisation, automation, security, and wireless
  • 300-410 ENARSI: advanced routing, VPNs, Layer 3 technologies, infrastructure services, and troubleshooting
  • Real-world implementation and configuration of Cisco networking solutions

Recognitions

Cisco

Accredited/ Certified by Cisco

Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
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    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

Approximately 60–70 hours of study time, with 12 months’ access to complete both modules at your own pace.

Delivery

Online

Entry requirements

Recommended for learners with prior experience in networking or a valid CCNA certification. Not suitable for beginners.

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Pathways

  • Cisco CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
  • Cisco CyberOps Professional
  • Azure or AWS Network Engineering routes

Course features

  • Recognised course content
  • Two official Cisco exams included
  • Practice exam questions
  • Downloadable study resources
  • 12 months of access
  • Letter of attendance and digital badge

Assessment

Two online proctored exams:

  • 350-401 ENCOR (core exam)
  • 300-410 ENARSI (concentration exam)

Multiple-choice and simulation-based formats

Delivered via Pearson VUE online

Payment options

Course fees – £715

  • One-off payment (£715)
  • Monthly interest-free instalments available (3–12 months)

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