Cisco Courses Kimberley

Cisco Courses Kimberley

Cisco Courses Kimberley

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Cisco Courses Kimberley

CCST Networking · Cybersecurity · IT Support · CCNA · CCNP Enterprise · Security · Collaboration · Data Centre. Live 1-on-1 online training. South Africa professionals.

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Kimberley Cisco Training: Kimberley is the Northern Cape capital where Cisco networking and cybersecurity training is helping IT professionals in mining and commercial sectors unlock new network engineering career pathways.

Cisco Courses in Kimberley

All courses are 100% online, live 1-on-1 with a real lecturer, and can be started anytime.

Entry

CCST Networking

R12,900 · 20 hours
💰 Typical salary: R180k–R350k/yr

The first step in Cisco’s networking certification pathway — covering core networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, switching, routing and wireless for entry-level IT roles.

  • Standards and concepts: OSI model, TCP/IP model, network topologies
  • Addressing: IPv4 addressing, subnetting, CIDR and private/public addressing
  • Switching: VLANs, trunking, STP and Ethernet switching concepts
  • Routing: static routing, default routes and introduction to dynamic routing
  • Wireless fundamentals: 802.11 standards, SSIDs, WPA2/WPA3 and wireless security
  • Infrastructure: servers, switches, routers, firewalls and cloud-managed devices
  • Network troubleshooting: ping, traceroute, Wireshark basics and common issues
  • CCST Networking exam preparation and practice labs
📜 Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking — CCST Networking exam fee additional
Entry

CCST Cybersecurity

R12,900 · 20 hours
💰 Typical salary: R200k–R380k/yr

An entry-level Cisco cybersecurity certification covering essential security concepts, threat detection, endpoint protection and security monitoring for IT and security support roles.

  • Essential security concepts: CIA triad, authentication, authorisation and AAA
  • Common threats: malware, phishing, social engineering and ransomware
  • Network security: firewalls, ACLs, IDS/IPS and network segmentation
  • Endpoint security: antivirus, EDR, patch management and device hardening
  • Security monitoring: SIEM, log analysis, Cisco Secure X and event correlation
  • Identity and access management: MFA, least privilege and identity providers
  • Incident response basics: identification, containment, eradication and recovery
  • CCST Cybersecurity exam preparation and practice exercises
📜 Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity — CCST Cybersecurity exam fee additional
Entry

CCST IT Support

R12,900 · 20 hours
💰 Typical salary: R170k–R330k/yr

Cisco’s entry-level IT support certification — covering hardware, software, troubleshooting, networking and customer service skills for helpdesk and desktop support roles.

  • IT fundamentals: hardware components, operating systems and storage
  • Networking basics: IP addressing, Wi-Fi, switches, routers and internet connectivity
  • Operating systems: Windows, macOS and Linux desktop administration basics
  • Troubleshooting methodology: identifying, diagnosing and resolving IT issues
  • Cybersecurity basics: passwords, MFA, phishing awareness and safe browsing
  • Cloud basics: SaaS, IaaS, PaaS and common cloud applications
  • Customer service skills: communication, ticketing systems and escalation
  • CCST IT Support exam preparation and practical labs
📜 Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support — CCST IT Support exam fee additional
Associate

CCNA (200-301)

R14,900 · 20 hours
💰 Typical salary: R280k–R580k/yr

The most recognised entry-to-associate Cisco certification — covering enterprise networking, switching, routing, security, automation and wireless across a single exam.

  • Network fundamentals: OSI, TCP/IP, subnetting, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing
  • LAN switching: VLANs, trunking, STP, EtherChannel and Layer 2 security
  • Routing concepts: static routes, OSPF, inter-VLAN routing and route redistribution
  • WAN technologies: PPP, HDLC, MPLS, SD-WAN and QoS concepts
  • Network access: wireless 802.11 standards, WPA2/WPA3 and wireless architecture
  • Security fundamentals: ACLs, port security, DHCP snooping and AAA
  • Automation and programmability: REST APIs, JSON, Ansible and Python basics
  • CCNA 200-301 exam preparation with full Cisco Packet Tracer lab access
📜 Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification — 200-301 CCNA exam fee additional
Professional

CCNP Enterprise (350-401 ENCOR)

R28,800 · 40 hours
💰 Typical salary: R450k–R850k/yr

The core CCNP Enterprise exam — covering advanced enterprise networking including dual-stack architecture, virtualisation, infrastructure, assurance, security and automation.

  • Dual-stack architecture: advanced IPv4/IPv6 routing and OSPF, EIGRP, BGP
  • Enterprise campus architecture: SD-Access, DNA Centre and software-defined networking
  • WAN and cloud: SD-WAN, DMVPN, FlexVPN and cloud connectivity
  • Quality of Service: classification, marking, queuing and shaping policies
  • Network virtualisation: VRF, VXLAN, GRE tunnels and overlay networking
  • Security: TrustSec, MACsec, AAA with ISE and network access control
  • Network assurance: Cisco DNA Assurance, NetFlow, IP SLA and telemetry
  • 350-401 ENCOR exam preparation with advanced lab topology
📜 Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise — ENCOR core — 350-401 exam fee additional
Professional

CCNP Security (350-701 SCOR)

R28,800 · 40 hours
💰 Typical salary: R500k–R950k/yr

The core CCNP Security exam — covering network security concepts, cloud and content security, endpoint protection, secure network access and VPN technologies.

  • Security concepts: cryptography, PKI, TLS, VPN fundamentals and threat intelligence
  • Network security: Cisco Secure Firewall (ASA/FTD), IPS, Umbrella and CWS
  • Cloud security: Cisco SASE, Umbrella SIG, cloud workload security and CASB
  • Content security: Cisco Secure Email, Secure Web Appliance and malware defence
  • Endpoint protection: Cisco Secure Endpoint (AMP), EDR and threat hunting
  • Secure network access: Cisco ISE, 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+ and MFA
  • VPN technologies: AnyConnect SSL VPN, FlexVPN, DMVPN and remote access
  • 350-701 SCOR exam preparation and advanced security labs
📜 Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security — SCOR core — 350-701 exam fee additional
Professional

CCNP Collaboration (350-801 CLCORE)

R28,800 · 40 hours
💰 Typical salary: R420k–R800k/yr

The core CCNP Collaboration exam covering Cisco Unified Communications, Webex, voice/video infrastructure and collaboration endpoints.

  • Cisco Collaboration architecture: Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) and Webex
  • Call control and signalling: SIP, H.323, SCCP and trunk configuration
  • Dial plans: translation patterns, route groups, hunt lists and digit manipulation
  • Quality of Service for voice and video: DSCP, priority queuing and CBWFQ
  • Cisco Unity Connection: voicemail, auto-attendant and LDAP integration
  • Video infrastructure: Cisco Meeting Server, Expressway and cloud video bridging
  • Endpoints: Cisco IP phones, Webex Room devices and softphone clients
  • 350-801 CLCORE exam preparation and collaboration lab exercises
📜 Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Collaboration — CLCORE core — 350-801 exam fee additional
Professional

CCNP Data Centre (350-601 DCCOR)

R28,800 · 40 hours
💰 Typical salary: R500k–R950k/yr

The core CCNP Data Centre exam — covering Cisco data centre networking, storage, compute, automation and security for data centre infrastructure roles.

  • Cisco Nexus switching: NX-OS, vPC, FabricPath and VXLAN EVPN
  • Data centre network design: spine-leaf architecture, overlay and underlay
  • Storage networking: Fibre Channel, FCoE, iSCSI and Cisco MDS basics
  • Cisco UCS: blade servers, fabric interconnects, service profiles and automation
  • Network virtualisation: VRF, ACI policy model and tenant configuration
  • Data centre automation: Ansible, Python, NX-OS APIs and Cisco Intersight
  • Data centre security: micro-segmentation, ACLs and secure access
  • 350-601 DCCOR exam preparation with data centre lab topology
📜 Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Centre — DCCOR core — 350-601 exam fee additional

Course Comparison

Compare all Cisco courses by price, duration, level and certification.

CoursePriceDurationLevelCertification
CCST NetworkingR12,90020hEntryCisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
CCST CybersecurityR12,90020hEntryCisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity
CCST IT SupportR12,90020hEntryCisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support
CCNA (200-301)R14,90020hAssociateCisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification
CCNP Enterprise (350-401 ENCOR)R28,80040hProfessionalCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise — ENCOR core
CCNP Security (350-701 SCOR)R28,80040hProfessionalCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security — SCOR core
CCNP Collaboration (350-801 CLCORE)R28,80040hProfessionalCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Collaboration — CLCORE core
CCNP Data Centre (350-601 DCCOR)R28,80040hProfessionalCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Centre — DCCOR core

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cisco courses in Kimberley.

Do I need networking experience to start Cisco training?

The CCST Networking, CCST Cybersecurity and CCST IT Support courses (R12,900 / 20h each) are designed for complete beginners — no prior networking experience is required. CCNA is the next step and is suitable for those with basic IT or networking exposure. We will advise on the best starting point during your enrolment call.

What is the difference between CCST and CCNA?

CCST (Cisco Certified Support Technician) is Cisco’s entry-level certification — available in Networking, Cybersecurity and IT Support flavours. CCNA is the Associate-level certification and is significantly more comprehensive, covering enterprise switching, routing, wireless, security and automation. CCNA is the first globally recognised Cisco certification for networking careers.

Are these online or in-person Cisco courses?

All Cisco courses are 100% online, delivered live and 1-on-1 with a qualified Cisco-certified lecturer via MS Teams or Google Meet. You schedule sessions at times that suit you — mornings, evenings or weekends — and there are no fixed class timetables.

How much do Cisco-certified professionals earn in South Africa?

CCST-certified professionals typically earn R170,000–R380,000 per year. CCNA-certified network engineers earn R280,000–R580,000. CCNP Enterprise engineers earn R450,000–R850,000. CCNP Security engineers earn R500,000–R950,000. Senior CCIE engineers command R800,000–R1,500,000+ per year. Salaries vary by city, experience and industry.

Is CCNA still the most valuable Cisco certification for South Africa?

CCNA remains the most widely requested Cisco certification in South Africa — it appears in a large proportion of network engineering job advertisements and is accepted as the benchmark Associate-level networking qualification. CCNP is preferred for senior roles and dramatically increases earning potential. Contact us to discuss which certification aligns with your career goals.

Can I do Cisco training alongside a full-time job?

Yes. All courses are live 1-on-1 and booked at times that suit you. CCST courses cover 20 hours of training, CCNA covers 20 hours and CCNP courses cover 40 hours each. These can typically be completed in 2–3 months (CCST and CCNA) or 3–5 months (CCNP) while working full-time, depending on your availability.

Which Cisco certifications are needed for cybersecurity roles?

For cybersecurity roles, CCST Cybersecurity (R12,900 / 20h) is the entry point. CCNP Security (350-701 SCOR, R28,800 / 40h) is the professional-level cybersecurity certification and covers Cisco Secure Firewall, ISE, Umbrella, endpoint protection and VPN technologies. Many South African SOC and security engineers hold CCNA plus CCNP Security.

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