Cisco CCNA 200-301
The #1 networking certification, pass on your first attempt
Course Overview
CISNET's CCNA bootcamp is live, instructor-led training built around the full Cisco 200-301 blueprint, 30 hours across 8 Saturday sessions, taught by CCIE-certified instructors with two decades of enterprise networking experience.
Every topic is practiced hands-on in Packet Tracer and on real Cisco gear: subnetting, VLAN design, OSPF, ACLs, NAT, wireless, and network automation with REST APIs. Lab access stays open between classes, lectures are recorded for review, and weekly question drills plus timed mock papers train the exam's pacing directly.
Certified graduates land network technician, NOC, and junior network administrator roles across Canada, entry CCNA salaries typically run CAD $65-95K, and many use the credential as the on-ramp to CCNP Enterprise and ultimately CCIE.
Every seat includes the official Cisco Press study guide, weekly office hours, retake coaching, and alumni mentorship. If you don't pass your exam, you can retake the course at no charge.
Course Curriculum
- Introduction to Packet Tracer (LAB software)
- LAN, WAN, Router, Switch introduction
- Modes of Cisco Router
- Basic commands on Packet Tracer Router
- Cisco IOS commands and passwords
- Basic introduction lab with two routers
- Introduction to IP address and classes
- Class A, B, C address types
- Net-ID, Next-Net-ID, Broadcast-ID and Valid IPs
- IP subnetting lab exercises
- Difference between Data, Segment, Packet and Frame
- IP address vs MAC address
- Router based on IP address and Switch based on MAC address
- ACL introduction for IP Packet Filtering with exercises
- NAT, PAT, DHCP Server, DHCP Client concepts
- Private/Public IP address introduction
- Introduction to MPLS, GRE, IPSec WAN topics
- Introduction to Security, Firewall, IDS, IPS & AAA
- NAT Lab and DHCP Lab
- Introduction to IP Routing (Layer 3)
- Administrative Distance and Metric
- Route Selection algorithm and IP Routing table
- Static Route, EIGRP and OSPF Routing concepts
- Static, EIGRP & OSPF routing labs (3 labs)
- Introduction to MAC Address (L2), Frame, VLAN, VTP, Trunking
- Trunking protocol (DTP, ISL & 802.1Q)
- STP protocol (PVST, RSTP & MST)
- EtherChannel protocol (ON, PAGP & LACP)
- VLAN creation, associate ports to VLANs and Trunk configuration
- Basic switch configuration (2 labs)
- Introduction to IPv6, 128-bit vs 32-bit addressing
- IPv6 address rules, compression and expansion
- IPv6 OSPF (OSPFv3) lab
- Introduction to Cloud & Virtual Machines
- Public vs Private Cloud, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS models
- Type-1 & Type-2 Hypervisor introduction
- Services, CDP, LLDP, HSRP, NetFlow, NTP, SNMP and QoS
- IEEE 802.11 (Wireless) vs IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet)
- Access Point, Roaming, IBSS, BSS and ESS concepts
- Autonomous Access Point vs Lightweight Access Point (LAP)
- Introduction to SDN, Controller-based Networking
- API, Northbound API, Southbound API and Cisco Controllers
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
- Exam support PDF (MCQ and Labs) and exam support videos
What's Included
Upcoming Sessions
Career Outcomes
Network Administrator
$55,000 - $75,000
Demand: High
Network Engineer
$70,000 - $95,000
Demand: High
IT Support Specialist
$45,000 - $65,000
Demand: Very High
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CCNA Certification Guide →Frequently Asked Questions
How is the CCNA 200-301 exam structured?
The CCNA 200-301 is a 120-minute exam with 90 to 110 questions covering six domains weighted per Cisco's official 200-301 blueprint: Network Fundamentals 20%, Network Access 20%, IP Connectivity 25%, IP Services 10%, Security Fundamentals 15%, and Automation & Programmability 10%. Question formats include multiple choice, drag-and-drop, fill-in-the-blank, and hands-on simulations administered through Pearson VUE.
What are the prerequisites for CCNA?
Cisco recommends one year of experience with networking fundamentals and basic IP addressing knowledge, but there are no formal prerequisites, anyone can register for the 200-301 exam through Pearson VUE. Our CCNA bootcamp at CISNET starts from fundamentals and builds up, so prior networking experience is helpful but not required.
How much does the CCNA 200-301 exam cost in Canada?
The CCNA 200-301 exam costs $300 USD, paid directly to Pearson VUE, Cisco's exclusive testing partner. Canadian candidates typically see a higher final checkout total once HST/GST and FX conversion are applied. You register for and pay the exam fee directly through Pearson VUE.
How long is the CCNA certification valid?
Cisco certifications are valid for three years from the date you pass. To recertify you can retake the 200-301 exam, pass a higher-tier exam in the same track (CCNP Enterprise or CCIE), or earn 30 Continuing Education credits through Cisco's Continuing Education Program, typically by completing Cisco-authorized training, attending Cisco Live, or publishing technical content. CISNET alumni get a free renewal-path review every two years.
What score do you need to pass CCNA 200-301?
Cisco does not publish an exact pass mark for the 200-301. The exam uses scaled scoring from 300 to 1000, with community guidance pointing to roughly 825 as the practical target. CISNET prepares cohorts against this range with weekly question drills calibrated to Cisco's blueprint domain weighting and timed mock exams in the final two weeks of the program.
Student Reviews
“If you want to get the CCNA certification with knowledge and practice, Cisnet is the place in GTA. Excellent instructors, one-one-assistance, mock exams and state-of-the art facility is fantastic. It is worthwhile to visit them.”
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“Cisnet Training book with fantastic, highly abbreviated with relevant knowledge. If anyone follow with instructions easily go for the exam with confident.”
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Bilal Ahmad
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“Mani delivered the technical information needed to pass the test in a manner that I could retain and understand easily. I have never had a better experience in a classroom environment where very technical issues were being relayed. I will definitely”
Vincente Fialho
CCNA Student · Google Review
“Mani has the knowledge and expertise to make any student learn and master the CCNA essentials. His dedication to his students is unparalleled. I would highly recommend his classes”
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