What Should You Do After Your CCNA?

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A common question I receive is, "I just got my CCNA! What should I go after next?" This short video encompasses my thoughts on that question.
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[@GlutesEnjoyer]

THANK YOU. You're the first instructor to advocate _against_ certification collecting. This is why you're the best, because you care more about your students than your own bottom line.

[@byoungechoes621]

I passed my CCNA a few months ago. I moved out of a dead-end IT job at a bank to now working at an ISP as a system engineer. Some of the skills I acquired directly apply to my work. There's also a ton I've learned at my new job that would have been extremely difficult to pickup without the fundamental skills/knowledge I got during my CCNA studies. (Jeremy is one of the reasons I passed my CCNA)

[@Neddlysan]

In the same position right now. Working for a bank. Getting ready to take my CCNA.

[@jedytashaNewbeginnings]

hello did you study online? Any recommendations

[@wilfriedtonye2097]

@@jedytashaNewbeginnings jeremy it lab, the best

[@its_omer-of5fo]

Sorry for asking but whats the range of youre wage?

[@GovandMkarim]

yeah jeremy and BOSON EXSIM + OCG is best combination

[@robertlemonsjr]

This makes me happy. I'm prepping to take my CCNA soon. But I've been working on my soft skills and landed IT jobs already without it. Hopefully I pass, but this really motivated me. Thanks again

[@kingepostle]

Another good cert I would recommend not matter what position you work is CompTIA Security+. This will teach you A LOT about security fundamentals that EVERYONE should know.

[@sidikicamara3669]

Hey JEREMY, i got my ccna yesterday. You and chuck have been giving me hell of motivation. Thank you so much I was then asking myself this question so i said i know who to ask and then bam there you are LOL

[@niniyes1]

Congratulations, do you maybe have some exams questions to help me with? [e-mail] is my mail address. Thank you

[@marialaura7326]

Just because of this advice . To take the time to give an actual explanation and answer about this topic I’ll subscribe

[@hendrikschepkens6455]

I did just this I got my CCNA on Oct got a job on 12 Nov. I am working as a junior network engineer for 3 months now. I have little to no energy left to study because I am learning a different way. For me it was perfect because i want to do CCNP Enterprise next. And the CBT movies are not out yet. Some of the things i have done. : - install monitoring solution on 4500 switch -create a TAC case for high cpu spikes on this same 4500 switch -changed a port to a routed port and give it an ip -created a lab for new hires to test them -install a Cisco room kit -do a WiFi survey. It has been crazy. :-)

[@agk4325]

PASSED CCNA THANKS TO Jeremy IT'S ALL BECAUSE OF HIS VIDEO AND MOST IMPORTANTLY THE WAY YOU TEACH 6 MONTHS BACK I HAVE COMMENTED IN ONE OF HIS VIDEOS ON GUIDE HOW TO PASS.... NO BOSON IS COMPULSORY. ...AS I HAVEN'T USED IT .... THANK YOU SIR

[@scottf1592]

Glad I found your channel. I've been wanting to do my CCNA for years.. now that I'm in a tech job I'm not too fond of, I think now is the time.

[@dylanmorin8174]

Just passed my CCNA today! Ive passed other exams and the feeling is just the same every time seeing “congratulations you passed” at the end!

[@OkadoFray]

how long after did you get your official score?

[@djgravey2977]

I got my CCNA finally. Going to start working with current company with the network team. Thank you Jeremy for your great teaching skills and your enthusiasm.

[@sujoydebroy1430]

Thank you. You are right, I remember when I finished my ccna I got a job in a small isp company and I learned a lot from here some from my course and some from real-world experience

[@Mrerror_27]

now in which post you are ?

[@human151]

I got my CCNA a decade ago...applied to dozens of positions. Not one call back. Mind you, I already had experience. I worked in a data center (for the data center) as a network tech. Meanwhile, I would run across guys who barely had any experience who were calling themselves network engineers . I was infuriated. Who you know if more important than what you know.

[@drewskeyewalker]

You’re not lying at all

[@Ozymandias1]

You should become a consultant, earn lots of $$$ by fixing the mess these other guys left behind. 😁

[@kc7sik]

Jeremy, this video shows you have great character. "Certification junkies" would be the ideal customer for a businesses like CBTNuggets and Veeya. It's good that you are encouraging people to leverage the certification they have achieved and take care of themselves. They will become life long customers and referrers down the road.

[@theblackmoth1111]

Dude you rock for this advice ! I was skeptic on continuing my associates in IT Networking but still applied myself. Stuck at the now what lol. Create opportunities by show casting and practicing my skill set. Thanks ! Definitely will recommend you to other newbies like myself.

[@syedyousafbukhari2213]

that's nice, i plan to do the same, when and if i get my ccna done.. i hope i can complete it quickly, im dragging it from a long time :(

[@ardentdfender4116]

I have a lot of real experience in what I do in Industrial Systems Process Control Automation but less formal training, so it’s backwards for me traditionally. My plan after I accomplish getting my CCNA has been to increase my knowledge of Industrial Automations as I do not work in Enterprise IT so to speak but in Industrial Process Automations Controls. Cisco and Rockwell Automations has a unique partnership as it relates to Industrial Networking Architecture design and implementation. This Cisco has an Industrial CCNA which in the updated Certs is being removed no idea why. That knowledge base is very important to what I do and will pursue that for some time to build on my CCNA. Wireless CCNA will likely be down the road as for future CCNA.

[@Diego-NetworkEngineer]

Thanks for your explanation, I won my CCNA in December and worried about the CCNP, I think I will consolidate more the knowledge acquired with a lot of labs

[@elnelly16]

I am in the same situation as you. I decided to solidade TCP/IP, BGP concepts in a self study pace and teach some people about CCNA topics...

[@Diego-NetworkEngineer]

@@elnelly16 Great, Man, I'm study now to CCNP - Enarsi, I can't wait. hehehe

[@yonatanmakara6856]

I plan to work after i get my ccna. Get that exoerience. After words i start studying Devnet Automation. You videos are wonderful

[@jessequijano]

ok so now that the whole damn world has changed... Im studying for CCNA, mandatory quarantine, lost job, have a nest egg, this is a complete career change. Ciaco just opened up online testing, What do I study next? Collaboration is the new buzzword, we need security to collaborate, and enterprise routing to provide the security, oh and NetworkChuck $#!+ in my ccna cli sundae with API, Python, DNA SDN so it seems like maybe start at the beginning of the DevOps track is the most forward looking option. Maybe Linux+ or Azure or VMWare so many options

[@shaker-mover258]

Would be nice if companies would even consider me for a job since most jobs require several years of experience for entry-level jobs and are paying a barely livable wage in a large metropolitan area...

[@chipcook6646]

I for one got my N+ A+ CCNA. One of the top people in my class. Did not change jobs because I would had to step down in pay. Time went on now I do not remember anything. What he is saying is correct ‼️

[@suarmustafa981]

@Jeremy thanks to your Lessons i have finished my CCNA R&S last year,i am already working as a Network Engineer. and now getting ready for the new CCNP ENCORE exam.

[@amalamal7320]

Can you give your what's app number I have some doubt

[@suarmustafa981]

@@amalamal7320 i didn't understand what you mean with "i have some doubts"

[@JR-lt1vl]

Taking my ccna in may, and have a summer intern ship this year hopefully it leads to a full time job.

[@Sacrosanct7]

Chill out bro, look at the good things

[@josephjeremiashjamil6915]

Wats the update bro

[@fritzdamiendengambog9169]

Jeffrey the update

[@gianniorru3384]

Wish I had seen this video ten years ago 😔

[@MuhammadArshad-ld9tj]

What happened?

[@auleian]

I was about to go certification collection 😢 thank you for the advice

[@nukeelda]

I work as Automation tech in Food Industry soo need to know more about networking soo I will try CCNA to get complete in the field or at least know how to fix or help solve issues in Industrial Automation Networking.

[@dexterpicardal4695]

Hi Jeremy, I totally agree with this. Nowadays you will hear people take this AWS cert, or this cert just because. In the company where I work for, we don’t use AWS. However we use Cisco, some HP, Palo Alto and F5. So I focus on learning these technologies instead to be successful in my current position and help the organization that’s paying me.

[@Peacefulmonk]

Easier said than done, most people like myself study their CCNA to get a job and it isn't for a lack of trying that they don't get one. Now I'm talking about the UK here where there is a shortage in this field, where are these jobs? trust me I have been searching. There also seems to be a lot organizations that don't even know what they are asking for, applying for CCNA certified individuals but in the job role ask for essential knowledge of subjects beyond the scope of CCNA, to CCNP level and above, so maybe this is why people "collect certifications". Studying my CCNA is starting to feel like a bit of a con, study your CCNA start a new career, where are the jobs and opportunities!

[@mohmmadasik9500]

Thank You ☺️💞

[@user-qo8js3qk5z]

Great advice, very practical and realistic.

[@NoorAnomaly]

Bonjour Jerome! Merci beaucoup pour votre video! :P That's my middle school French for you right there. Anyway, to answer your question: Spousal support and pell grants have funded my mid-life return to college. Question back at you: Once I get my ICND2 (3 more weeks, fingers crossed) and dust off my resume, how much can I expect at an entry level position with my CCNA? What is the jumping off point here?

[@SuperFlaminninja]

Jeremy, I passed my CCNA earlier this year with a lot more experience than I needed, I had already spent 4 years as a network technician and a year as a network engineer. I was held back a lot by monetary constraints and the fear of failing (after everyone I know who had CCNA told me I would fail 4-5 times before passing...) I am currently employed as a Network Engineer and feel as if I have worked way past most CCNA topics. Should I move forward to CCNP? Are there any other certifications you would recommend?

[@gehacktetYKzZY]

Great advice that I should have heard it 1 year ago.

[@Zdincht]

Jeremy!!! I have exactly that situation, I got my Ccna last year 🤘🏼 saw your videos you are the best, now I don’t know with all changing if the new Ccnp are going to be even harder to get :( I was going to go for the ccna voice or security, but now what? 😂 do you know if the new ccnp are more hard than before? I have 12 years of experience and currently working with VMs and Infrastructure in general. Best regards!! Big hugs from Mexico!!!

[@StayTrue1989]

If you enjoy working in the VM space, it might be worth checking out the VMware certification lineup. Just my two cents.

[@jimmybon9314]

@@StayTrue1989 It really depends on the individual :P.

[@8cyber.muse8]

Genius advice against the certification junkie mentality. Backup your certs with at least some experience in order to round up your portfolio. Don't get stuck into the book/technical exclusive loop. #subscribed

[@2004DayDay]

I have my Security Plus I'm interested in Networking, my question is should I go get my Network +or my CCNA cert?

[@mnoble247]

Could you imagine not being required to do a foreign language course in H.S. and using that time for something else that would directly benefit you?

[@benthomas6828]

1:33 ya...just jump into a career. I’m gonna let everyone know right now that doesn’t know, you don’t just get a certification and get a job. I have CCNA as well as FIVE CompTIA certs, and an associates degree in computer science. My resume was done in a professional environment thanks to my military background and for every 50 jobs or so that I apply to, I get 1 call back. I shake my head when I hear people talk like getting into the IT industry is just as simple as applying for a help desk job with some customer service background.

[@LightningMaloy]

thank you so much for help me get the ccna

[@user-ev8pt8gv8j]

very informative video but i had to pause for about 15 minutes just to laugh at the 4 year french part🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@pratiknilugal]

Thank you Jeremy 🙌🏼✨

[@kostya237]

What should i do after my Ccar?

[@MunirAhmed-pm1rp]

Awesome clip to see. Thanks for upload.

[@surge3158]

Hi! I passed my CCNA in October and moved to Denver at the beginning of January.. Maybe I followed this advice subconsciously, but this is exactly what I did. The CCNA probably was like "hey this guy actually knows SOMETHING" and I got in the door as a computer technician (I could've done this exact job as a senior in high school, but oh well, it's in the industry kind of and pays well). However, I want to continue studying. I have seen that getting the CCNP is basically a piece of cake after the CCNA and I'm wondering if I should get the CCNP before studying cyber security (what I'm actually interested in)

[@jimcarrey2866]

I renewed my CCNA last month, my plan was to take it before February (pure pride), take an ITIL while CCNP is not out yet, then aim for the new CCNP Enterprise

[@user-gr8xx5ke9g]

Hi Jeremy thanks for this video I need one help I preparing ccna I planing to make my own lab But now I am here in Qatar How to purchase devices for my lab How much cost will have to pay

[@ykik435]

unfortunately this is exactly what happened to me, i carried on with my university studies and i completely forgot everything, i couldn't apply to any jobs at the time because in my country the ccna is mostly theoretical and i felt not confident/competent enough to apply for jobs related to network , now i regret it but i don't wanna think that i did it for nothing, is there a way to update my knowledge on it, or possibly some sort of training ?

[@chipcook6646]

One needs to work weekends for free /or low rate at doing this for some company for experience. I did not do this because I made a lot of money on the weekends. All my work is down the drain. I would have to start over. 🥲now been to long.

[@robphin85]

I'm watching this video after passing the CCNA lol. I am currently applying for jobs.

[@RiffMaker]

I'm stuck in a position where I'm making a decent salary but there is no future or growth, I personally was interested in obtaining my CCNA just to go in a different direction into something that would potentially have more growth BUT my current job has little to do with networking. So if/when I attain the CCNA, I would be starting from scratch and possibly be taking a hit on my salary. Curious if you (or anyone) would recommend this path and is it typical to be hired with ONLY a CCNA? I have general IT experience, but never worked an IT job before. I don't have a college degree in Computer Science.

[@kazinkas2429]

Very good point Jeremy!

[@khalilaraj3971]

i got it last year in February and i really don't know what to do??!! can someone help me, i feel lost

[@Rohan-qc8wo]

In India it is really difficult to get a job as CCNA who doesn't have a degree, what do I do ? I'm Completing my degree but until then what ? because that is going to take more 1year

[@tariqshaw6791]

Hey thank you 😊

[@jimmybon9314]

Wow... this goes against the grain of compiling a whole bunch of certifications and licenses, really is contrarian!

[@alinatsui209]

I have several years helpdesk experience and am studying for CCNA. Assuming that I take the exam and pass, what are my chances of landing a networking job?

[@KeepingITSimple]

It's an impossible question to answer. The biggest part of "landing a job" (any type) is your connections and personality. Technical expertise is a MUST, but even shortcomings technically can be overcome by your ability to communicate your excitement and willingness to grow.

[@alinatsui209]

@@KeepingITSimple Thanks for the helpful advice! Love your channel!

[@riadbinsultan1479]

Sir, is the CCNA syllabus upgraded after 12 months? I want to learn CCNA now but I will do the job after 3 years (after completing BSc). What should I do at this moment? Please let me know

[@shayatinghost5934]

Yeah.. I passed my CCNA exam on 2012.. but only 10% are applied in my job environment..

[@basedsuccess708]

Great stuff!

[@ricardovisconti5681]

i am at the 3erd CCNA module and gathering all the information i need like this to apply for my firs IT job :)

[@inility5772]

why was I not subbed to my man Jeremy

[@HinSela]

such a useful piece of information

[@belangedulorier9245]

Great video!!!

[@raysgadgetsandprojects1734]

Great advice in 6 mins..

[@ghazwankareem]

Can we keep this video with zero dislikes plz

[@peterjohnson8279]

Great advice!!! I have had the CCNA since April of last year. Unfortunately, all the job postings in my vicinity are asking for 3+ years of network engineering experience. When I apply, I sometimes get called, but once they realize my only experience is from home labs/Cisco Network Academy, I'm eliminated from consideration. How am I to get experience without the job? I've been on help desk for over 2 years and want to get a sys admin or network admin/engineer position. Any advice?

[@KeepingITSimple]

Planning to do a bunch of live streams in march about this exact topic.

[@user-np8qn8lf5r]

Please make it quick as I am in the same position

[@peterjohnson8279]

I finally found an entry level Network Engineer position!! I got the job!! Prayers answered!!

[@mosesa.4336]

Congratulations

[@charlenelouise4758]

@@peterjohnson8279 i just passed my ccna yesterday and im planning to apply for entry level network engineering jobs. i hope i make it as well

[@darkseid3427]

Missing your videos nowadays buddyy

[@elnelly16]

Jeremy 👌🏾✨

[@ryanj6995]

It's shame that the Great Jeremy Ciora who actually helped hundreds of thousands of people to get into networking gets on a very few views on KZbin!

[@KeepingITSimple]

:) Not really. I just started this channel 4-5 months ago. We're getting there!

[@ryanj6995]

Keeping IT Simple Thanks Jeremy!! All the very best .. I got into networking because of you and first IT video I saw was your CCNA one ..😊

[@sierraactual4310]

onto ccnp sec

[@eksadiss]

That microphone waving around bugged me alot

[@e7yu]

That was some food for thought. 😦

[@maximepivi]

What should i do after my CCNP?