Changes to Cisco CCIE

As part of its continuing emphasis on talent development, Cisco has announced extensions and revisions to its award-winning expert level certification program, including the availability of the new Cisco 360 Learning Program for CCIE Routing and Switching. Additional program enhancements include the launch of the CCIE Routing and Switching mobile lab initiative, expanded access to employment opportunities through the Cisco Learning Network, the availability of the CCDE practical exam and revisions to the CCIE Security lab exam.

"For over a decade, CCIE certification has stood for the superior commitment and effort required for implementation of the world's most sophisticated networking solutions," said Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn, general manager, Learning@Cisco. "As the CCIE program evolves with the industry, we are focusing our expert-education services on today's more sophisticated and scalable technologies, new applications and mapping capabilities within relevant job roles that will enhance customer and partner success."

"We are also updating our testing methodologies and introducing this comprehensive learning system to ensure ongoing program quality, relevance and value. CCIE certification identifies Internetworking professionals with the highest level of expertise, who are capable of tackling the most challenging assignments in their field. With expanded access to experiential training and testing facilities, we can serve the continued high demand for experts by accelerating their ability to develop deep networking competency across the globe," added Beliveau-Dunn.