Cisco® certifications are among the most recognized in the ICT industry worldwide and technicians who have achieved the highest level certifications have been able to acquire jobs from a vast global pool and enjoy prosperous long-term careers and substantial earnings. Within a global economy that has suffered as a whole, especially relating to job losses, the IT industry continues to grow and professionals who position themselves with relevant technical skills will continue to enjoy further career development and opportunities.

A Cisco® certification on your resume or business card tells your potential employer that you have practical knowledge in networking. If an they look at your resume and see a CCNA® certification, for example, that employer knows automatically that you know how to configure, operate, troubleshoot, and manage a Cisco® network. Bear in mind that Cisco® products account for approximately over 50% of ICT global market share.

Here’s a neat infographic that highlights some key statistics regarding certification levels, earnings, growth, etc.

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