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Cisco - CCNP Certification

A Firebrand Training
13
Day Course

Cisco CCNP Certification - Overview

The goal of this thirteen-day accelerated course is to provide Cisco IT professionals with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to support Cisco based networks. This is a performance-based course designed upon the job-related tasks an advanced professional must perform using new or modified features in the Cisco systems.

Firebrand Training is unlike any other "boot camp".  With Firebrand Training, you will learn more. We offer accelerated certification training courses that ensure professionals will emerge with thorough knowledge of the products as well as their certifications.

Instructors are available at all times to provide individual and group attention, lead lab exercises and practice sessions, and ensure the students' success. Our attention to detail shows in our unsurpassed instruction and customer service, our classroom and testing facilities, and our individual and corporate success stories.

From the skilful crafting of our unique curriculum to our careful selection of courseware to every detail of your training comfort, Firebrand Training is the best way to obtain your CCNP certification. Other training providers cannot match our commitment to quality instruction-led training and top-notch educational facilities.

Cisco CCNP Certification - Benefits

Technical certification is a sound investment in your career. Although certification does not guarantee success, research has shown that it can have a significant impact on:

  • Morale and confidence
  • Efficiency and productivity on the job
  • Monetary rewards
  • Career advancement

Build Your Skills And Your Career: Certify Yourself

Cisco CCNP certification enhances your career path by:

  • Validating achievements, knowledge and hands-on skill base
  • Increasing professional credibility
  • Diversifying and heightening skills, ensuring the ability to tackle the newest, cutting-edge technologies.

A CCNP can do the following:

  • Implement appropriate technologies to build a scalable routed network
  • Build campus networks using multilayer switching technologies
  • Improve traffic flow, reliability, redundancy, and performance for campus LANs, routed and switched WANs, and remote access networks
  • Create and deploy a global intranet
  •  Troubleshoot an environment that uses Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and services

Positions for a CCNP include:

  •  Network administrator
  • Level 2 support engineer
  • Level 2 systems engineer
  • Network technician
  • Deployment engineer

The Cisco CCNP certification indicates advanced, or "journeyman", knowledge of networks.  With a CCNP, a network professional can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for organizations with networks from 100 to more than 500 nodes, including but not limited to these protocols:

  • IP
  •  IGRP
  • IPX
  • Async Routing
  • AppleTalk
  • Extended Access Lists
  • IP RIP
  • Route Redistribution
  • RIP
  • Route Summarization
  • OSPF
  • VLSM
  • BGP
  • Serial
  • Frame Relay
  • ISDN
  • ISL
  • X.25
  • DDR
  • PSTN
  • PPP
  • VLANs
  • Ethernet
  • Access Lists
  • 802.1D
  • FDDI
  • Transparent and Translational Bridging.

Cisco certification also affords you special membership benefits:

  • A certificate of accomplishment
  • The CCNP wallet card, logo and designation for your personal promotion to clients or potential employers
  • Access to the secure Cisco on-line tracking system so you can download logos, and track your Cisco certification progress throughout your career
  • Your investment in your certification may be crucial to your career!

With Firebrand Training, you will:

  • Learn all of the fundamentals
  • Hone your implementation and troubleshooting skills
  • Improve your creative thinking skills
  • Obtain your certification

Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.

Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.

Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need, including:

  • Intensive group instruction
  • One-on-one instruction attention
  • Hands-on labs
  • Lab partner and group exercises
  • Question and answer drills
  • Friendly competitions between concurrently running classes
  • Independent study
  • Self-testing

Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.

Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.

Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need, including

  • Intensive group instruction
  • One-on-one instruction attention
  • Hands-on labs
  • Lab partner and group exercises
  • Question and answer drills
  • Independent study

This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.

Cisco CCNP Certification - Curriculum

Day 1 to 3

Routing, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS. IPv6, Multicast, BGP, DHCP

Day 4

Review/Test BSCI (642-901)

Day 5 to 6

VLANs, VTP, Inter-VLAN Routing, Switched Security, VoIP, Redundancy, Wireless

Day 7

Testing: 642-812 Building Converged Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks
 

Day 8 to 9  

VoIP, DiffServ QoS, AutoQoS, WLAN Security

Day 10

Review/ Test (642-845) Optimising Converged Cisco Networks

Day 11 to 12  

Network Securities, Device Hardening, Cisco IOS Firewall, IOS IPS, MPLS, Cable/xDSL, VPN

Day 13

Review/Test (642-825) Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Networks
 

Cisco® Press Courseware

The Cisco® ISBN Library includes:

  • Building Scalable Cisco® Internetworks
  • Building Cisco® Multilayered Switched Networks
  • Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Networks
  • Optimizing Converged Cisco Networks

Cisco CCNP Certification - Exam Track

642-901 BSCI

Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks

642-812 BCMSN

Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks

642-845 ONT

Optimizing Converged Cisco Networks

642-825 ISCW

Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Networks

Cisco CCNP Certification - What's Included

The complete Cisco Press courseware

Our accelerated program includes the most comprehensive industry courseware available - which serve as excellent post-class reference material.  In addition, students receive access to our online pre-class study materials immediately upon program registration.

Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.

Our Certification Programs includes

  • Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)TM Delivery
  • Comprehensive Study Materials, Program Courseware and Self-Testing Software
  • Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
  • Examination vouchers *
  • On site testing **
  • Accommodation, All Meals, Beverages, and Snacks
  • Transportation to/from designated local railway stations
  • Examination Passing Policy

Please note

  • *  Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
  • ** On site testing is not included in our ISACA, or ITIL Managers and Revision Certifications

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year.  Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.

Cisco CCNP Certification - Prerequisites

Firebrand Training staff interview all potential students regarding their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and personal fortitude.  This screening process ensures a successful match between the customer and Firebrand Training toward accelerated training and certification.

Students who are successful in CCNP™ certification preparation training may possess

  • Strong DOS and Windows skill
  • Willingness to work hard and learn
  • CCNA Required

6 months experience in a Cisco networking environment

  • Comfortable with basic routing protocol configurations
  • Know IP subnetting and IP routing concepts
  • Routing and switching fundamentals

Students who are successful in accelerated training and certification ALL possess

  • The drive and motivation to succeed and advance their careers.

Cisco CCNA Certification is a prerequisite for registering for the Cisco CCNP certification examinations.

Firebrand Training staff interview all potential students regarding their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and personal fortitude. This screening process ensures a successful match between the customer and Firebrand Training toward accelerated training and certification.

Firebrand Training is an aggressive training environment. You must have an attitude aimed for success. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

CCNP Certification Testimonials

"It is the perfect learning environment, no distractions and always good access to resources."
Philip Ruscoe, Accenture HR Services.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (29/10/2007 to 10/11/2007)

"Study hard and you will pass. "
Matthew Evenden, Kavanagh.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (21/7/2008 to 2/8/2008)

"The CCNP course covered theoretical, practical and exam-specific material; as such it was good preparation not just for the exams, but for application to job-specific responsibilities. If you maintain focus and apply yourself to the course, you have a very good chance of achieving in two weeks what would otherwise take months."
Kristina FitzGerald, Mitsui & Co UK PLC.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (7/7/2003 to 20/7/2003)

"I thoroughly enjoyed the 14 days CCNP and learned an enormous amount, despite the intensity and workload. It isn´t for the faint-hearted or those that lack staying power as you are working from 9am until very late every day. If you are prepared for that then you will pass. However I would also recommend this course for people just interested in gaining lots of Cisco knowledge and not concerned with exam passes. Its a great way to gain lots of knowledge quickly."
Stuart Taylor, Newtel Solutions.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/11/2006 to 19/11/2006)

"This was without a doubt one of the best educational decisions I have made in my current job. It fasttracked me from someone who knew little about everything to a guy who is confident about speaking and living the trade."
Julius M. Palsson, Opin Kerfi.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (14/5/2007 to 26/5/2007)

"The time I had at The Firebrand* was a valuabe investement. I am just one exam away to CCNP. "
Immy Byaruhanga, NSSF.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (25/10/2004 to 7/11/2004)

"Excellent training center that was very well situated for studying. I passed all my CCNP exams so far within the 2 weeks due to the brillianc of the instructor in explaining the technology."
JD, Visa Europe.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (4/2/2008 to 16/2/2008)

"The location and surroundings are ideal for studying. Our instructor made every effort to get us through the exams, as well as giving us the knowledge to tackle day to day problems. His real life experiences as a CCIE helped us understand topics and scenarios. This course is not for the faint hearted though, 2 weeks of hard graft is required. "
James Joliffe, IBM.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (25/4/2005 to 8/5/2005)

"In order to benefit from this course, you will need to be totally focused for the FULL 14 days. The teaching is excellent and can benefit any dedicated student."
Richard Ellison, PD Ports plc.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (15/11/2004 to 28/11/2004)

"The CCNP course was very hard work and, for me personally, a very steep learning curve. Despite this it was a very useful two weeks and I leave with the first half of my certification. Thanks to Firebrand*s policy I should be able to return to complete the second half sometime later this year. All that and the food is exceptionally good aswell. Thanks."
AH, --.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (14/5/2007 to 26/5/2007)

"I feel Firebrand* is a good way to learn"
B.N, Scotland Online.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (12/9/2005 to 25/9/2005)

"I thoroughly enjoyed the 14 days CCNP and learned an enormous amount, despite the intensity and workload. It isn´t for the faint-hearted or those that lack staying power as you are working from 9am until very late every day. If you are prepared for that then you will pass. However I would also recommend this course for people just interested in gaining lots of Cisco knowledge and not concerned with exam passes. Its a great way to gain lots of knowledge quickly."
Stuart Taylor, Newtel Solutions.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/11/2006 to 19/11/2006)

"The time I had at The Firebrand* was a valuabe investement. I am just one exam away to CCNP. "
Immy Byaruhanga, NSSF.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (25/10/2004 to 7/11/2004)

"In order to benefit from this course, you will need to be totally focused for the FULL 14 days. The teaching is excellent and can benefit any dedicated student."
Richard Ellison, PD Ports plc.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (15/11/2004 to 28/11/2004)

"The lecturer prepared us exactly for the exam. So we did know the topics we should focus on studying. The training is worth spending every Euro, or penny in the UK. "
CW, self employed.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (4/2/2008 to 16/2/2008)

"I thoroughly enjoyed the 14 days CCNP and learned an enormous amount, despite the intensity and workload. It isn´t for the faint-hearted or those that lack staying power as you are working from 9am until very late every day. If you are prepared for that then you will pass. However I would also recommend this course for people just interested in gaining lots of Cisco knowledge and not concerned with exam passes. Its a great way to gain lots of knowledge quickly."
Stuart Taylor, Newtel Solutions.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/11/2006 to 19/11/2006)

"professional instructor, good materials, and no time for anything but learning"
Bartlomiej Bartkiewicz, Hewlett-Packard.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (25/4/2005 to 8/5/2005)

"Firebrand* does what it says on the tin. An ideal environment to focus on your study and hopefully get a quick win. It's no easy ride, but the knowledge I have gained over 2 weeks will prove invaluable. The tuition was second-to-none, and despite paying over and above the going rate, I still consider it good value. "
kevin weaver, BT Global Services.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (20/6/2005 to 3/7/2005)

"It is the perfect learning environment, no distractions and always good access to resources."
Philip Ruscoe, Accenture HR Services.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (29/10/2007 to 10/11/2007)

"The CCNP training was very usefull to me. 14 days dedicated to intense study. Excellent instructor and facilities."
MHS, Eltra a.m.b.a.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (15/11/2004 to 28/11/2004)

"Firebrand* was great for me. Having had difficulty learning via self study. The 'Boot Camp' scenario worked wonderfully. As far as knuckling down and getting things done Firebrand* is definitely the way to go."
Phil Williams, Unemployed.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (7/7/2003 to 20/7/2003)

"In order to benefit from this course, you will need to be totally focused for the FULL 14 days. The teaching is excellent and can benefit any dedicated student."
Richard Ellison, PD Ports plc.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (15/11/2004 to 28/11/2004)

"Performance in any exam is firstly governed by the attitude and willingness of the student. Second to that is the ability of the instructor to teach the students in a manner that allows progressive learing. The training enviornment has to be one that allows students to focus on the lessons without distraction. Firebrand* provides this in abundance."
Alex Foster, Gamma Telecom.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/8/2007 to 18/8/2007)

"Work hard from the start and keep working throughout the course. It'll be worth it in the end."
A.O., Contractor/Freelance.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/8/2007 to 18/8/2007)

"All-round excellent. Hard work, but motivated instructor and good environment go together to help you through if you are willing to put the graft in!"
Adam Leach, Torfaen County Borough Council.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (21/7/2008 to 2/8/2008)

"It's a great place to immerse yourself in the subject, apart from the exams the only real worry was what to choose for the evening meal!!"
Kev Matthews, Virgin Mobile.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (31/3/2008 to 12/4/2008)

"Fantastic learning enviroment, no distractions all you have to consentrate on is the lessons and exams. Hard work but enjoyable if you want results."
Alistair Buchanan, Cable 7 Wireless.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (20/6/2005 to 3/7/2005)

"The CCNP course was full on and days and nights were long. I learnt a lot and would recommend it to anyone but be prepared to work hard."
Daniel Rae, SystemsUP.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/8/2007 to 18/8/2007)

"The CCNP course was full on and days and nights were long. I learnt a lot and would recommend it to anyone but be prepared to work hard."
Daniel Rae, SystemsUP.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (6/8/2007 to 18/8/2007)

"Firebrand* does what it says on the tin. Complete no distractions learning enviroment. You will be amazed at the amount of information you will take in with Firebrand*s teaching methods. I passed my CCNP in under two weeks. If I had done my CCNP by self study it would have taken me months and then i would not thinks i was ready."
Brett Jowett, Field Group Plc.
Cisco CCNP Certification (13 Days) (2/2/2004 to 15/2/2004)

CCNP Certification Course Dates

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10/11/2008

22/11/2008

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8/12/2008

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19/1/2009

31/1/2009

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28/2/2009

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16/3/2009

28/3/2009

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25/4/2009

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11/5/2009

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8/6/2009

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