Certification - December 2008 - (Page 50) strategic design and architecture. The CCDE certification was created to provide IT professionals who specialize in network design with a credential that recognizes senior-level expertise and provides incentives for experienced practitioners to continue their professional development. The CCDE curriculum includes sophisticated, multivendor network design principles, theory and analysis, as well as strategic architecture concepts that The Cisco 360 Learning Program is a six-month blended learning experience incorporating advanced skills assessments, targeted learning modules and hands-on practice labs. learning From a Global Online Community The next generation of IT workers will be able to All these certification programs make it easier for networking professionals to open up powerful new forms of communication. Just as the free flow of information is changing how we live, work, play and learn, it also is transforming the way Cisco is delivering information to the certified community. This evolution is evident in the new Cisco Learning Network, an online community open to anyone interested in entering or advancing a networking career. Users can join the Cisco Learning Network community to find training, information, resources and support, as well as make connections with other individuals or companies nearby or across the globe. specialize much more quickly than their predecessors and focus on new technologies wireless mobility. go beyond the network. Modeled after the CCIE expert-level certification, the CCDE credential requires passing a two-part exam: a qualification exam and a practical exam. such as voice, security and Providing social networking features such as blogs, wikis and discussion forums, the Cisco Learning Network enables participants to discuss top-of-mind issues and interact with many of the industry’s thought leaders. Downloadable documents on a wide range of technology and certification topics, videos, podcasts and links to a full range of certification-specific information on the site provide additional learning tools. Because the Cisco Learning Network is designed as a collaborative site, users can share their experiences, best practices and advice about any topic related to networking or Cisco certification. Users are invited to collaborate with Cisco experts on creating useful content and services for the community site. 8 Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn is general manager of Learning@ Cisco. She can be reached at editor@certmag.com. developing Expert Talent To support the development of expert-level talent, Cisco created the Cisco 360 Learning Program for CCIE Routing and Switching. The 360 Learning Program prepares high-potential networking professionals to meet the challenges of managing sophisticated networks, as well as solve the configuration and troubleshooting scenarios found on CCIE examinations. 50 CERTIFICATION MAGAZINE December 2008 http://www.cisco.com/go/learnnetspace http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le3/learning_cisco_360.html http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le3/learning_cisco_360.html
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