CCNP – Cisco Certified Network Professional Training
Course Description
The CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) course is designed for network engineers, administrators, and IT professionals looking to advance their expertise in enterprise networking, security, and automation. This course prepares you for the CCNP Enterprise certification, covering advanced routing, switching, network security, wireless technologies, and network automation.
With hands-on labs and real-world scenarios, you’ll gain the skills to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures, making you a highly skilled networking professional in today’s IT industry.
What You’ll Learn
- Advanced Routing & Switching – OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VLANs, STP
- Enterprise Network Design & Security – Firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, Zero Trust
- Wireless & SD-WAN Technologies – WLAN, Cisco DNA, Cloud Networking
- Network Automation & Programmability – Python, APIs, Cisco DevNet
- Troubleshooting & Optimization – Diagnosing network issues, performance tuning
Who Should Enroll?
- Network Engineers & Administrators
- IT Professionals Seeking Advanced Cisco Certification
- Cybersecurity & Cloud Networking Enthusiasts
About this course:
Beginners
Flexible Timing
16-24 Weeks
Theory + Hands-on Labs + Real-World Case Studies
CCNP Modules
1.1 Enterprise Network Design & Models
- Hierarchical Network Design
- Cisco SD-Access & Cisco SD-WAN
- Network Virtualization (VRF, GRE, VXLAN, MPLS)
- Underlay & Overlay Networks
1.2 Layer 2 Technologies & Switching
- VLANs & Trunking (802.1Q)
- EtherChannel (LACP, PAgP)
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP, RSTP, MSTP)
- Layer 2 Security (Port Security, BPDU Guard, DHCP Snooping)
1.3 Layer 3 Technologies & Routing
- IPv4 & IPv6 Addressing
- Static & Dynamic Routing
- OSPF (Single & Multi-Area)
- EIGRP for IPv4 & IPv6
- BGP (IBGP, EBGP, Path Selection, Route Reflectors)
1.4 Wireless Networking
- Wireless Architectures & AP Modes
- WLAN Components (WLC, AP, SSID, RF Channels)
- WLAN Security (WPA2, WPA3, 802.1X, EAP)
- Troubleshooting Wireless Issues
2.1 Infrastructure Security
- Authentication, Authorization & Accounting (AAA)
- TACACS+ & RADIUS
- Control Plane Policing (CoPP)
- ACLs (Standard, Extended, Named ACLs)
2.2 Network Services
- DHCP (IPv4 & IPv6)
- NAT (Static, Dynamic, PAT)
- NTP (Network Time Protocol)
- SNMP, Syslog & NetFlow
2.3 Quality of Service (QoS)
- Traffic Classification & Marking
- Queuing Mechanisms (LLQ, CBWFQ, FIFO)
- Shaping & Policing
3.1 Introduction to Network Automation
- Network Programmability Concepts
- API Basics (REST, RESTCONF, NETCONF)
- Python for Networking
- JSON & YANG Models
3.2 Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
- Cisco DNA Center & SD-Access
- SD-WAN Overview
- Controller-Based Networking
4.1 Advanced OSPF & EIGRP
- OSPF Advanced Concepts (LSA Types, Stub, NSSA)
- EIGRP Stub, Summarization, Load Balancing
4.2 Advanced BGP
- Route Reflectors, Route Aggregation
- BGP Attributes & Manipulation
- BGP Route Filtering & Redistribution
4.3 MPLS & VPN Technologies
- MPLS Fundamentals
- MPLS L3 VPN
- GRE, DMVPN, GETVPN, IPsec VPN
4.4 Infrastructure Security & Troubleshooting
- Route Filtering (Prefix Lists, Route Maps)
- Security Hardening (Control Plane, Data Plane)
- Network Performance Optimization
5.1 Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Network Analysis & Packet Capture
- Cisco Troubleshooting Methodologies
- Log Analysis & Debug Commands
5.2 Performance Monitoring
- IP SLA (Service Level Agreement)
- Traffic Engineering Concepts
- Troubleshooting Routing & Switching
- GNS3, Cisco Packet Tracer, EVE-NG for Practical Labs
- Real-world Configurations & Troubleshooting Scenarios
- CCNP Mock Exams & Interview Preparation
IAC Security Project:
📖 Final Exam:
Multiple-choice theory assessment
Hands-on practical challenge: Capture the Flag (CTF)
📜 Certification of Completion upon passing the final assessment.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – CCNP
CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) is an advanced networking certification that validates your ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex enterprise networks. It is ideal for network engineers, administrators, and IT professionals looking to advance their careers.
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNP, but a strong understanding of networking concepts and CCNA-level knowledge is highly recommended.
- Advanced Routing & Switching – OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VLANs
- Network Security – Firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, Zero Trust
- Wireless & SD-WAN – WLAN design, Cisco DNA, Cloud Networking
- Network Automation – Python, APIs, DevNet, SDN
- Troubleshooting & Optimization – Diagnosing and fixing network issues
On average, 3 to 6 months of dedicated study is recommended, depending on prior experience.
Two exams are required:
Core Exam: (350-401 ENCOR) – Covers enterprise networking concepts.
Concentration Exam: Choose from topics like Advanced Routing, SD-WAN, Security, Wireless, Automation, etc.
Duration: 120 minutes per exam
Questions: ~100 per exam
Passing Score: Varies (~750-850/1000)
- Yes, the CCNP certification is valid for 3 years. You can renew it by passing a higher-level exam or earning Continuing Education (CE) credits.
Yes! The CCNP exams can be taken online via Pearson VUE or at an authorized testing center.
Core Exam (350-401 ENCOR): $400 USD
Concentration Exam: $300 USD
Total Cost: $700 USD (excluding taxes, may vary by region)
CCNP-certified professionals can work as:
Network Engineer
Senior Network Administrator
Network Security Engineer
Systems Engineer
Absolutely! CCNP enhances your networking expertise, career prospects, and salary potential, making it a highly valuable certification for IT professionals.
Yes! CCNP is a highly respected certification that qualifies you for mid to senior-level networking roles, such as Network Engineer, Network Security Engineer, and Systems Engineer. However, practical experience will further improve job opportunities.
Yes! Practical experience is highly recommended for CCNP. You can use Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3, EVE-NG, or real Cisco devices to practice routing, switching, security, and automation concepts effectively.
Classroom Traning
We offer customized VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training) sessions at your convenient hours to provide effortless training.
Online Training Class
One can also opt for the prerecorded video sessions available at any point of time from any particular location.
Corporate Training
Hire a preferred trainer at your work premises at your chosen time slots and train your employees with full efficiency.
