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The CCIE Collaboration exam topics have been updated through a major revision from v1.0 to v2.0.
Candidates scheduled to take the written and lab exams BEFORE July 23, 2018 should reference the v1.0 exam topics.
Candidates scheduled to take the written and lab exams ON July 23, 2018 and beyond should reference the v2.0 unified exam topics.
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Featured Content
- CCIE Collaboration Written and Lab Content Updates v2.0
- CCIE Collaboration Unified Written and Lab Exam Topics v2.0
- CCIE Collaboration Lab Exam Equipment and Software v2.0
- CCIE Collaboration Learning Matrix v2.0
- Unified Exam Approach
| Written Exam | Overview | Unified Exam Topics | Study Material | ||||
| Lab Exam | Overview | Unified Exam Topics | Study Material | Practice |
- Prerequisites & Training
- Learning Resources
- Data Sheets and Literature
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Recertification
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for CCIE certification. Other professional certifications or training courses are not required.
Recommended Training and Experience
Candidates must first pass a written qualification exam and then the corresponding practical exam.
You are expected to have an in-depth understanding of the topics in the exam blueprints, a minimum of seven years job experience, and a thorough understanding of networking infrastructure principles. You can review the exam preparation materials included on this page for more information.
Steps to Certification
Step One: CCIE Collaboration Written Exam
You must pass the two-hour, written qualification exam covering those technologies and applications that comprise a Cisco Enterprise solution before you are eligible to schedule the lab exam.
- 400-051 Written Exam
- Study Material Exam Resources
- Evolving Technologies Study Resources
- Cisco Expert-Level Training for CCIE Collaboration
Step Two: CCIE Collaboration Lab Exam
The eight-hour lab exam tests your ability to get a secure network running in a timed test situation. You must pass the lab within three years of passing the written to achieve certification. Your first lab attempt must be made within 18 months.
Self-Study E-Learning
- Cisco Expert-Level Training Program for CCIE Collaboration v1.0 Exams: Essentials Bundle
- Cisco Expert-Level Training Program for CCIE Collaboration v1.0 Exams: The Pre-Assessment Lab
- Cisco Expert-Level Training Program for CCIE Collaboration v1.0 Exams: The Starter Mini-Bundle
- Cisco Expert-Level Training Program for CCIE Collaboration v1.0 Exams: Flexible Performance Assessments Bundle (2-pack)
- Cisco Expert-Level Training for CCIE Collaboration v1.0 Exams: Performance Assessment Lab of Choice (1 Lab)
- Cisco Expert-Level Training for CCIE Collaboration v1.0 Exams: Self-Paced Lesson of Choice (1 Lesson)
NOTE: Cisco Expert-Level Training for CCIE Collaboration v2.0 Exams - COMING SOON!
Data Sheets
Frequently Asked Questions
Recertification
Expert-level certifications are valid for two years and must be recertified every two years thereafter.
- Earn the required credits through the Cisco Continuing Education Program, or
- Pass any current CCIE Written Exam OR CCIE practical exam, or
- Pass the current CCDE Written Exam OR current CCDE Practical Exam, or
- Pass the Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) interview AND the CCAr board review to extend lower certifications
- CCIE certification automatically extends other Cisco Certifications, such as CCNP or CCNA
- Candidates can only apply one passed written exam or the earned required credits using Cisco Continuing Education Program towards recertification for every 24 month recertification period.
For more information, access the How to Recertify page.
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