The 2 examinations are 640/802, and they are broken down as follows - The 'ICND1' (640-822), and the 'ICND2' (640/816). ICND stands for 'Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices', although the ICND1 examination is often known as CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician). While all of this may look like a mouthful (as often seems the truth with I.T. acronyms,) the simplest way to do this qualification is as a blended CCNA (640/802) exam. An outstanding career training track for 'Cisco' entrants would be a blended package beginning with CompTIA A+ , then 'Comptia' N+ & then the more specialised 'Cisco' CCNA. You'll want to give yourself about 400 to 500 hrs of study for a combined course like this. In common with all of the 'technical' IT training courses, be sure you pick one that delivers twenty four hour real time availability to instructor support, to 'problem-solve' any learning difficulties that arise. Check also for the latest multi-media learning materials, & the best exam preparation software.

Working on the cutting-edge of new technology is about as exciting as it can get. You're involved with defining the world to come. Technological changes and connections on the web is going to dramatically alter our lifestyles over future years; to a vast degree.

Should lifestyle be way up on your goal sheet, then you will be pleasantly surprised to hear that the usual remuneration for a typical IT worker is significantly higher than salaries in most other jobs or industries. It would appear there's a lot more room for IT development in the UK. The market sector is still growing hugely, and with the skills shortage of over 26 percent that we're experiencing, it's not showing any signs that there'll be any kind of easing off for quite some time to come.

Several companies supply a practical Job Placement Assistance service, designed to steer you into your first job. It can happen though that too much is made of this feature, because it's relatively easy for any motivated and trained individual to land a job in the IT industry - because there's a great need for skilled employees.

Ideally you should have help and assistance with preparing a CV and getting interviews though; and we'd encourage any student to get their CV updated right at the beginning of their training - don't wait for when you're ready to start work. Many junior support roles have been offered to students who are in the process of training and have still to get qualified. At least this will get your CV into the 'possible' pile and not the 'no' pile. If you'd like to keep travelling time and costs to a minimum, then you may well find that an independent and specialised local employment service can generally serve you better than a national service, for they're going to have insider knowledge of what's available near you.

In a nutshell, as long as you focus the same level of energy into securing your first job as into training, you won't have any problems. Some trainees curiously put hundreds of hours into their training and studies and do nothing more once qualified and would appear to think that businesses will just discover them.

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