From previous texts, you can see the learning system CNA. It is divided to eight semesters, after finishing each of them; the student receives a certificate confirmed by Cisco Systems.

     After completing four semesters, students can get the CCNA certificate (Cisco Certified Networking Associate) and after finishing the next four semesters the CCNP (Cisco Certified Networking Professional) certificate or the CCNE (Cisco Certified Networking Expert) certificate.

CCNA, CCNP or CCNE exams are not a part of the CNA program, but it is necessary for you to register on authorized Cisco centers, that offer this alternative. (Completion of the CNA is not a condition to get the CCNA certificate). Student that has already completed the CNA program has very good assumes to successfully complete the CCNA or the CCNE exams.

     By completing the tests and getting the certificates, the student has a better chance to apply in a lot of technical directions.