SAN JOSE, Calif., June 9, 2009 – Cisco today announced changes to its voice certification track, offering new options for students pursuing a CCNA® Voice Certification. On June 24, 2009, two paths will be available for students working toward this certification.
CCNA Voice:
- CCNA Voice validates associate-level knowledge and skills required to administer a voice network.
- CCNA Voice certification validates a network professional's skills required to perform baseline installation, operation and maintenance of Cisco® VoIP solutions.
- The CCNA Voice curriculum includes VoIP technologies such as Internet Protocol PBX, IP telephony, handset, call control and voicemail solutions.
- Candidates also have access to the Cisco Unified Communications architecture and design covering mobility, presence and Cisco TelePresenceTM applications.
CCNA Voice certification enterprise option: Passing the CVOICE 6.0 exam
- The enterprise option assesses skills and knowledge related to the Cisco Unified Communications Manager 6.0 solution.
- This solution is typically employed by large organizations such as governments, enterprises and academic institutions. These IP telephony systems can scale up to 50,000 users or more.
- By following this path, students will have already completed one exam toward a CCVP® certification when they receive their CCNA Voice certification.
CCNA Voice certification commercial option: Passing the IIUC exam
- The commercial option assesses skills and knowledge related to the Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express 4.1 and Cisco Unity Express solutions.
- These solutions are typically used by small and medium-sized organizations with fewer than 2,000 employees, such as retail businesses and small school districts.
Key Facts/Highlights:
- A recent report from market research firm Infonetics Research shows that the global VoIP services market grew 33 percent to $30.8 billion in 2008.
- Candidates who have already passed both CCNA and CVOICE 6.0 exams will be issued a CCNA Voice certification within six to eight weeks.
- The new CCNA Voice option is scheduled to be available June 24, 2009.
- The CCVP 4.1 certification path is scheduled to be retired December 31, 2009.
Supporting Resources:
- Cisco Learning Network: http://www.ciscolearningnetwork.com
- Cisco Learning Partners: http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le27/learning_learning_partner_connection_home.html
- CCNA Voice: http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le3/le2/le0/le3/learning_certification_type_home.html
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