Cisco U. Essentials

Cisco U. Essentials
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A Cisco U. Essentials Subscription Includes 12 Months of Access

Cisco U. is a learner-focused digital platform offering guided, in-depth tech training and community support. Whether you’re pursuing a certification, role-based skills, or solution expertise, Cisco U. delivers tailored content across Cisco and related technologies—accelerating learning and digital transformation for individuals and organizations.

Who is Cisco U. for?
  • Technology professionals pursuing or interested in pursuing Cisco certifications or Cisco skills and expertise
  • New and aspiring technology professionals who wish to gain Cisco skills and expertise
  • Experienced technology professionals looking to gain additional Cisco skills and expertise

Cisco U. Learning Paths display the estimated amount of time per learning track to help the learner determine the time it will take to complete their learning goals. Total completion time depends on many factors, such as the individual learner, assessment results, and the type of content.

Content Included:

Cisco Learning Paths:

  • Configuring BGP on Cisco Routers (BGP)
  • Implementing & Administrating Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
  • Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS)
  • Understanding Cisco Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (CLDHCF)
  • Developing Applications and Automating Workflows Using Cisco Core Platforms (DEVASC)
  • Leveraging Cisco Intent-Based Networking DNA Assurance (DNAAS)
  • Engineering Cisco Meraki Solutions (ECMS) *
  • Transforming to a Cisco Intent-Based Network (IBNTRN)
  • Implementing Cisco Multicast (MCAST)
  • Implementing Cisco MPLS (MPLS)
  • Programming for Network Engineer (PRNE)
  • Understanding Cisco SDA Foundations (SDAFND)
  • Cisco SD-WAN Fundamentals (SDWFND)
  • Security Operations Analyst Level 1 (SOCAL)
  • Understanding Cisco Service Provider Network Foundations (SPFNDU)
  • Cisco Service Provider 5G Technologies Foundations (SPMBL100)
  • Understanding Cisco Wireless Foundations (WLFNDU)
  • CLICA – Implementing Cisco Collaboration Applications 
  • CLACCM – Implementing Cisco Advanced Call Control and Mobility Services 
  • CLCEI – Implementing Cisco Collaboration Cloud and Edge Solutions
  • CLFNDU –  Understanding Cisco Collaboration Foundations 

Adjacent Technologies:

  • Agile for Software Development
  • AWS Fundamentals 
  • Cloud Computing for Decision Makers and Leaders
  • Data for Decision-makers and Leaders
  • Docker Foundations
  • Google Cloud Fundamentals
  • Kubernetes Foundations
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Describe Azure architecture and services
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Describe Azure management and governance 
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Describe cloud concepts 
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Describe core Azure concepts 
  • Performance Engineering Journey
  • Security Essentials for Decision-makers and Leaders
  • Software Product Management Proficiency

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Find multi-vendor training all in one place with Cisco-adjacent content from AWS, Splunk, Microsoft, Cisco AppDynamics, and more!

Price:  $1,800 or 18 CLCs

What Can You Do With Cisco U.?

Prep for successful deployments with product training and hands-on labs

Reduce downtime with moment-of-need searchable learning

Create a shared vocabulary around your Cisco investment

Earn Continuing Education credit to keep certifications active

Streamline study time for certification exams

Struggling with the IT skills gap? You’re not alone.

 

But it doesn’t have to hold you back.

 

Cisco U. gives you the tools to grow your expertise, stay competitive, and stand out to employers, whether you’re deepening your current skills or exploring new ones.

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