BREAKING DOWN 'Core Competencies'. A business just starting out will try to first identify-and then focus on-its core competencies, allowing it to establish a footprint while gaining a solid reputation and brand recognition.
CCNP Routing and Switching Certification. For network engineers who aspire to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks, the Cisco CCNP Routing and Switching certification program provides the education and training required to develop hands-on skills and best-practices.
Step 1: Achieve Entry-Level Certification. Although the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam has no official prerequisites, the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) certification is a good starting point to prepare for the more advanced CCNA certification.