Training in Cisco is fundamentally for those who want to learn about network switches and routers. Routers are what connect computer networks over dedicated lines or the internet. It's advisable that initially you should go for the CCNA. Don't be tempted to go straight for a CCNP as it's a considerable step up - and you really need experience to have a go at this.

Because routers are linked to networks, seek out training that includes basic networking skills (maybe the CompTIA Network+, possibly with A+ as well) prior to starting your CCNA course. You must have an understanding of the basics prior to starting your Cisco training or you'll probably struggle. In the commercial environment, networking skills will be valuable alongside your CCNA.

Find a tailored route that covers everything to make sure that you've mastered the necessary skills and abilities prior to starting your training in Cisco skills.

Many training companies offer a Job Placement Assistance service, to assist your search for your first position. With the great shortage of skills in Great Britain today, it's not necessary to become overly impressed with this service however. It isn't such a complex operation to secure a job once you're well trained and qualified.

Advice and support about getting interviews and your CV should be offered (if it isn't, consult one of our sites). Be sure to you polish up your CV straight away - not when you're ready to start work! It's not unusual to find that you will be offered your first job whilst you're still studying (even when you've just left first base). If your CV doesn't say what you're learning (and it's not being looked at by employers) then you aren't even in the running! Actually, a specialist independent regional recruitment consultancy (who will, of course, be keen to place you to receive their commission) will perform better than any centralised training company's service. Also of course they should know the local industry and employment needs.

Essentially, if you put the same amount of effort into landing your first job as into training, you won't find it too challenging. A number of men and women bizarrely invest a great deal of time on their training and studies and do nothing more once certified and seem to expect employers to find them.

There is no way of over emphasising this: Always get full 24x7 instructor support. You will have so many problems later if you don't. You'll be waiting ages for an answer with email based support, and so-called telephone support is normally just routed to a call-centre which will take the information and email an instructor - who will then call back sometime over the next 24hrs, at a time suitable for them. This isn't a lot of good if you're stuck and can't continue and only have a specific time you can study.

The most successful trainers incorporate three or four individual support centres across multiple time-zones. They use an online interactive interface to provide a seamless experience, at any time you choose, help is just seconds away, avoiding all the delays and problems. You can't afford to accept anything less. 24x7 support is the only viable option for IT study. Perhaps you don't intend to study during the evenings; but for the majority of us however, we're at work at the time when most support is available.

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