[woody599]

I'm going to be starting a Degree in Networking next September. I'm caught between two Courses/Universities at the moment though.

THIS ONE promises to include the Cisco syllabus and provide opportunities to get the CCNA and CCNP certificates.

THIS ONE has no mention of Cisco certificates. But it was my original choice for the location.

How highly regarded are the Cisco certificates to Employers? Do you think the first course would be better so I can equip myself with CCNA and CCNP? I'm a bit unsure what exactly Network Employers are looking for.

Thanks!

[Ho0ps]

They are very important. You could make an argument for having a CCNP on your CV would get you noticed more than a degree.

[binaryman]

I would be weary of any Computer Networking degree that doesn't at least get you CCNA certified included within the degree as Cisco certification are "thee" professional certificates to have within the IT networking industry.

At the same time I would expect more from a Computer Networking degree than just teaching the Cisco CCNA syllabus as the average cost of a CCNA course is around £1500 compared to £30,000 for a degree, which would be a really expensive way to get CCNA certified.

For the money your paying for a degree I would expect be taught to Cisco CCNP level to be honest and also have extra teaching away from just the Cisco syllabus.

I would contact the Uni's and ask for more specific details about the course. If in doubt I would choose the course that also provides the Cisco certification.


Hope this helps!!!