CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate with instructor qualification

Free of cost

by funding

The course teaches the configuration of Cisco networks, the implementation of LAN concepts, network infrastructures and routing technologies. You will learn how artificial intelligence is used in the profession. You will gain specialist knowledge to prepare for training and support trainees.
  • Certificates: Cisco Certified Network Associate Certificate (CCNA)
  • Examination: Practical project work with final presentations
    Cisco certification exam CCNA 200-301 (in English)
    Trainer aptitude test (you can find out the exact dates from your IHK)
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 10 Weeks

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate

Network Fundamentals (approx. 8 days)

Role and function of network components

Routers, layer 2 and layer 3 switches, next-gen firewalls and IPS

Access points, controllers (Cisco DNA Center and WLC), endpoints, servers, PoE

Network topology architectures: two-tier, three-tier, spine-leaf, WAN, SOHO, on-premise and cloud

Physical interfaces and cable types

Single-mode fiber, multimode fiber, copper

Recognize interface and cable problems

Collisions, errors, duplex and speed errors

Comparison of TCP and UDP

Configuring and checking IPv4 addresses and subnetting

Private IPv4 addresses

Configuring and checking IPv6 addresses and prefixes

IPv6 address types: Unicast, Anycast, Multicast, Modified EUI 64

Checking IP parameters for client operating systems

Wireless principles

Non-overlapping Wi-Fi channels, SSID, RF, encryption

Virtualization basics (server virtualization, containers, VRFs)

Switching concepts: MAC learning and aging, frame switching, frame flooding, MAC address table


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies

and possible applications in the professional environment


Network Access (approx. 8 days)

Configuration and verification of VLANs: access ports, default VLAN, InterVLAN connectivity

Interswitch connectivity

Trunk ports, 802.1Q, Native VLAN

Layer 2 discovery protocols (CDP and LLDP)

Layer 2/Layer 3 EtherChannel (LACP)

Rapid PVST+ Spanning Tree Protocol

Root port, root bridge, port states, PortFast, guard functions (root, loop, BPDU)

Cisco wireless architectures and AP modes

Physical infrastructure connections of WLAN components

AP, WLC, access/trunk ports, LAG

Network device management access (Telnet, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, console, TACACS+/RADIUS, cloud management)

WLAN GUI configuration for client connectivity


IP Connectivity (approx. 8.5 days)

Interpret components of the routing table

Routing protocol code, prefix, netmask, next hop, administrative distance, metric, gateway of last resort

Routing decisions of routers: longest prefix match, administrative distance, routing protocol metric

IPv4 and IPv6 static routing: default route, network route, host route, floating static

Configure and check Single Area OSPFv2

Neighbor Adjacencies, Point-to-Point, Broadcast (DR/BDR selection), Router ID

First Hop Redundancy Protocols (purpose, functions and concepts)


IP Services (3.5 days)

Configuring and checking inside source NAT (static NAT and pools)

NTP in client and server mode

DHCP and DNS in the network

Function of SNMP

Syslog functions

Configure and check DHCP client and relay

Forwarding Per-Hop Behavior (PHB) for QoS


Security Fundamentals and Automation/Programmability (approx. 7 days)

Important security concepts

Threats, vulnerabilities, exploits and countermeasures

Security elements and program components

User awareness, training, physical access control

Device access control with local passwords

Security password policies: management, complexity, password alternatives

IPsec VPNs

Configuring and checking access control lists

Layer 2 security functions (DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, port security)

Authentication, authorization and billing

Wireless security protocols (WPA, WPA2, WPA3)

Configuring and checking WLAN with WPA2 PSK

Effects of automation on network management

Comparison of traditional networks and controller-based networking

Controller-based, software-defined architecture: overlay, underlay, fabric, separation of control plane and data plane, northbound and southbound APIs

AI and machine learning in network operation

Characteristics of REST-based APIs (authentication types, CRUD, HTTP verbs, data encoding)

Configuration management mechanisms (Ansible, Terraform)

Components of JSON-encoded data


Project work, certification preparation and certification exam (approx. 5 days)

Cisco Certified Network Associate - 200-301 CCNA (in English)

Preparation course for the IHK trainer aptitude test (AEVO) for specialists from the commercial and industrial-technical sector

General basics (approx. 0.5 days)

IHK exam dates and registration


Checking training requirements and planning training (approx. 1.5 days)

Advantages and benefits of in-company training

Legal and collectively agreed framework conditions for in-company training

Structures of the vocational training system

Selection of training occupations for the company

Suitability for the company

Possible use of preparatory measures for vocational training

Coordination of training staff, taking into account their functions and qualifications


Preparing training and assisting in the recruitment of trainees (approx. 1.5 days)

Drawing up a company training plan

Possibilities of participation and co-determination of company interest groups

Cooperation requirements and partners

Criteria and procedures for selecting trainees

Registration of the vocational training contract with the competent authority

Implementation of vocational training abroad


Conduct training (approx. 3.5 days)

Conditions conducive to learning and a motivating learning culture

Organization, design and evaluation of the probationary period

Development and design of company learning and work tasks

Use of training methods and media

Support with learning difficulties

Additional training opportunities

Individual support and conflict management

Promotion of intercultural skills

Performance assessment and evaluation


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies

and possible applications in the professional environment


Completing training (approx. 0.5 days)

Preparation of trainees for final or journeyman's examination

Exam registration

Preparation of a written certificate

Informing trainees about in-company further training and personal career paths


Preparation for the trainer aptitude test (approx. 1.5 days)

Procedure for the trainer aptitude test

The written exam

Writing and formulating instructions

Preparing and giving presentations

Preparation for the technical discussion


Project work (approx. 1 day)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results



Changes are possible. The course content is updated regularly.

This course requires basic network knowledge and a good knowledge of English for the certification exam. Basic knowledge of MS Office programs is also required.

After the course, you will be able to configure and manage Cisco networks in companies. You will be familiar with the most important LAN concepts as well as common security vulnerabilities, you will be familiar with network infrastructures and automation in networks and you will be proficient in routing technologies such as WAN, IPv4 and IPv6.

In addition, the contents of the Training Aptitude Ordinance (AEVO) will be explained to you and you will learn how to independently plan, implement and monitor the course of vocational training.

People with practical experience and good knowledge of IT and network technology (including career changers and university dropouts) as well as IT specialists.

This course is also aimed at future trainers as well as personnel and training managers.

The demand for qualified network specialists is growing in all industries - and Cisco certificates are among the most sought-after qualifications. With the new CCNA certificate, you can apply for a job as a network technician, in the help desk area or in the field of IT security.

With the additional preparation for the trainer aptitude test in accordance with the AEVO (Trainer Aptitude Ordinance), you increase your chances of career entry and advancement across all sectors.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

We will gladly advise you free of charge. 0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm
free of charge from all German networks.
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We will gladly advise you free of charge. 0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm free of charge from all German networks.