Traditional educational institutions that teach Cisco skills are called "the Cisco Networking Academy".Cisco Networking Academy Students can request exam vouchers that allow them to take the retired exam for an extended period of time.[ Cisco courses are also offered at collegiate institutions. Training is also available from Cisco Learning Partners, Cisco 360 Learning Program for CCIE and Cisco Learning Network.
Re-certification
All CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP, CCSP, CCVP, CCENT, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, CCNA Wireless and CCIP certifications are valid for three years. All CCIE certifications and Specialist certifications are valid for two years. Re-certification requires re-taking the current exam previously passed, or passing a higher level examination.
Re-certification
All CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP, CCSP, CCVP, CCENT, CCNA Security, CCNA Voice, CCNA Wireless and CCIP certifications are valid for three years. All CCIE certifications and Specialist certifications are valid for two years. Re-certification requires re-taking the current exam previously passed, or passing a higher level examination.