Cisco Networking Academy Introduces Innovative Approach to Learning, Teaching, Curricula

<p><strong>San Jose, Calif. &mdash; June 28</strong><br />For nearly a decade, Cisco Networking Academy has partnered with the educational community to help people worldwide realize the dream of a better life by teaching<br />valuable networking and IT skills. </p><p>Cisco Networking Academy has announced an evolution of its core curriculum to keep pace with the swiftly changing requirements of an increasingly connected world and the<br />growing demand for a technically skilled workforce in a competitive global marketplace.&nbsp; </p><p>These new courses are the direct result of the academy&#39;s increased focus on providing students the skills they need to pursue rewarding IT careers in business-critical positions and industries ranging from technology and finance to medicine and entertainment.<br /><br />The newly expanded curriculum provides both entry-level and more-advanced students with the expertise they need to succeed in a wide range of careers. </p><p>The curriculum now consists of two tracks, CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration, which address different student segments based on their academic experience and goals. </p><p>The CCNP curriculum also has been updated to prepare entry-level and advanced students for careers in enterprise networking.<br /><br />&quot;With the dramatic advancements in networking technology over the last 10 years, today&#39;s highly competitive global marketplace requires a workforce that is technically skilled,&quot; said Amy Christen, Cisco Networking Academy and Corporate Affairs Operations vice president. &quot;We recognize that &#39;one size does not fit all,&#39; and the academy needs to evolve to accommodate differences in student capabilities, goals and environments around the globe.&quot; </p><p>CCNA Discovery provides students with technical skills,…