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Table of Contents TRAINING MODEL Spread the knowledge. Become a CCAI!...3 What is CCAI?...3 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTRUCTORS...4 ORIENTATION...4 TRAINING PROCESS...4 Prior to Training...4 During Training...4 COURSE COMPLETION STANDARDS...4 IT Essentials : PC Hardware and Software Course-specific Requirements...5 CCNA INSTRUCTOR FAST TRACK (IFT) OPTIONS...6 Graduation...6 Skills-Based Assessment...6 CCNA Instructor Full Track..7 Graduation...7 Skills-Based Assessment...7 CCNA Discovery Training Time Table...8 CCNA Exploration Training Time Table...9 All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 2

Spread the knowledge. Become a CCAI! When it comes to teaching or training others in the use of Network, there's no better qualification than being certified by Cisco. By becoming a Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI), you can be confident that you'll get the support you need to make your Cisco classes successful, with access to a wide range of Cisco resources including training materials, timely technology updates, and other opportunities. What is a CCAI? A Cisco Certified Academy Instructor is an ITE Certified or a CCNA Discovery or Exploration Certified who has taken his or her skills to the next level and provides instruction on Networking technology. In order to become a CCAI, you must show you have an instructor qualification (a teaching credential, passed the interview and IT test), and have passed one or more of the CCAI exams. If you are certifying for A+ or CCNA industry you can take the fast track training. CCAIs may operate independently or as an employee of a training organization, schools or Universities. That organization may be authorized as a Cisco Networking Academy program (CNAP). As a CCAI, you can: Receive instructor newsletter. Become eligible for educational pricing on Cisco product. Receive discounts on Cisco books and Total Training. Gain access to high-quality content, such as Cisco e-seminars and kits, Cisco workforce development, Cisco Talent portal and more. Gain permission to use the CCAI logo and Cisco trademarks in advertising materials and on your CV. By meeting additional requirements, CCAIs are also eligible to: Participate in Cisco instructor days, conferences and events. Apply to receive mailing labels from the Cisco Academy registered user database. Cisco Product Quick Reference Guide is available for Networking Academy members at a 10% discount. Read more about the Cisco Networking Academy program: http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/netacad/academy/index.html All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 3

Learn More, Certify today! Here's how it works Training Requirements for Instructors Instructor trainees must fulfill the following requirements in order to complete training. Training courses are restricted to instructors directly affiliated with a Cisco Academy. Academy Orientation The Academy Orientation course is for instructors who are new to the Cisco Networking Academy. Course materials cover using the Networking Academy's on-line management system (Academy Connection), best practices and pedagogy. An instructor must successfully complete the Academy Orientation course, and graduate from training in course content course, before creating student or instructor classes. Training Process Prior to Training Register for Training Session. Preview the course materials and start your self based training course for one week. During Training Actively participate in trainer's presentation. Actively participate in all activities (online and classroom learning, labs, online assessments, and skills-based assessments). Understand roles and responsibilities contained in the QAP document. Course Completion Standards Upon completing training for each course, trainees must earn an 80% on the online final exam and pass any associated hands-on Skills-Based Assessment (SBA) or Final Course Project. Trainees who do not meet these standards may retake the exams. Trainees will be required to pass the second online exam with a score of 85%. Trainees who take the online final a third time must pass at a 90% level. Trainees may take online final exams a maximum of three times and the Skills-Based Assessment a maximum of two times during the in-person session. All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 4

For those trainees who do not pass the exams after repeated attempts, the training instructor will determine the best course of action, such as repeating the session, taking additional online tutorials or class seminars, etc. If all other elements of the training have been successfully completed, but the Skills-Based Assessment is not passed after the second try, the training instructor may arrange for the trainee to attempt the SBA a third time. The trainee should make this final attempt only after some additional study. The instructor training program for IT Essentials, CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration is as follows: IT Essentials (PC Hardware and Software v. 4.0) covers the fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts. Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Students will also be able to connect to the Internet and share resources in a network environment. New topics included in this version include laptops and portable devices, wireless connectivity, security, safety and environmental issues, and communication skills. Once you register for the ITE instructor training program, your account will be opened10 days before the actual training begins. During this 10 day period you must read the material well and be fully prepared to take the exams. Day 1: Students will take the exams from chapter 1 till chapter 6. Day 2: Students will take the exams from chapter 7 till chapter 12, plus the first final exam. Day 3: Students will take the exams from chapter 13 till chapter 16, plus the second final exam. Day 4: Lab Skills exam, TOT (Train-To-Trainers) and Orientation training. Day 5: SBA (skills-based assessment) and trainer skills exams. Mandatory graduation components (both of the following): Successfully complete the online final exam Successfully complete the skills-based assessment After you finish the course and you become certified, you need to teach classes for a minimum of 8 hours, and receive positive student feedback. You will then be a qualified ITE instructor. Finally, to obtain your CCAI certification, you will have to take the A+ certification, which you will be able to do at a 30% discount in a registered test center. All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 5

CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration The CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration tracks can be done either through our fast-track program or our full-track program. CCNA Fast-Track The pre-requisite for the fast-track program is that students already have their valid CCNA industry certifications. Once you register for the CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration fast-track, your account will be opened 21 days before the training program begins. During this 21 day period you must read the material well and be fully prepared to take the exams. The fast-track will last 3 days, in which you must successfully pass all the CCNA exams. Day 1: Students will take a random series of modular exams from the 4 semester long curriculum. Day 2: Students will take the 4 final exams of each semester of the curriculum. Day 3: Case Studies or SBAs and teaching evaluation. Graduation Since it is assumed that the candidate has mastery of the course content, there is no prescribed instruction in the curriculum. The class consists of a certified Training Academy instructor administering and strictly proctoring the CCNA IFT Case Study and the CCNA IFT Skills-Based Assessment. Mandatory graduation components: Successfully complete all 4 CCNA Case Studies -or- Successfully complete the CCNA Instructor Fast Track Case Study. Successfully complete all 4 CCNA Instructor SBAs -or- Successfully complete the CCNA Instructor Fast Track SBA. Skills-Based Assessment An instructor who is able to successfully complete the CCNA IFT Case Study and the CCNA IFT Skills-Based Assessment (without going through the full instructor training) typically has extensive hands-on experience with the necessary skills set. The Skills-Based Assessment is pass/fail. The candidate may attempt the SBA a maximum of two times during the CCNA IFT class. After you finish the course and you become certified, you need to teach classes for a minimum of 1 semester and receive positive student feedback. All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 6

CCNA Full-Track Once you register for the CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration full-track, your account will be opened 21 days before the training program begins. The Cisco CCNA Discovery curriculum provides foundational Networking knowledge, practical experience, opportunities for career exploration, and soft-skills development to help Students prepare for entry-level careers in IT and networking. The Cisco CCNA Exploration curriculum on the other hand provides a comprehensive overview of networking; from fundamentals to advanced applications and services. It is based on a top-down approach to networking that is popular in many colleges and universities. This course emphasizes theoretical concepts and practical application, while providing opportunities for students to gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to design, install, operate, and maintain networks in small-to-medium businesses, as well as enterprise and service provider environments. During this 21 day period you must read and familiarize yourself with the material very well. The training will take 21 day in class. Graduation Since it is assumed that the candidate has mastery of the course content, there is no prescribed instruction in the curriculum. The class consists of a certified Training Academy instructor administering and strictly proctoring the CCNA Case Study and the CCNA Skills-Based Assessment. Mandatory graduation components: Successfully complete all 4 CCNA Case Studies -or- Successfully complete the CCNA Instructor Full Track Case Study. Successfully complete all 4 CCNA Instructor SBAs -or- Successfully complete the CCNA Instructor Full Track SBA. Skills-Based Assessment An instructor who is able to successfully complete the CCNA Case Study and the CCNA Skills-Based Assessment, After you finish the course and you become certified, you need to Teach classes for a minimum of 1 semester and receive positive student feedback. To obtain your CCAI certification, you will have to take the CCNA Industry certification, which you will be able to do at a 70% discount In a VUE registered test center. Below is the planned timetable for the full-track CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration tracks. All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 7

CCNA Discovery Semester 1: Networking for Home and Small Businesses Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 10 Day 4: Students will take the training of lab-skills and exams. Semester 2: Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 10 Day 4: Students will take the training of lab-skills and exams. Semester 3: Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 10 Day 4: Students will take the training of lab-skills and exams. `Semester 4: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 10 Day 4: Students will take the training of lab-skills and exams. All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 8

CCNA Exploration Semester 1: Network Fundamentals Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 9 Day 4: Students will take the training from chapter 10 till chapter 11 Semester 2: Routing Protocols and Concepts Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 9 Day 4: Students will take the training from chapter 10 till chapter 11 Semester 3: LAN Switching and Wireless Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 and lab-skills Day 4: Students will take the final lab-skills exam s. Semester 4: Accessing the WAN Day 3: Students will take the training from chapter 7 till chapter 8 and lab-skills Day 4: Students will take the final lab-skills exam and orientation training s. Note! Whatever track your pursue you will then be a Cisco Certified Academy Instructor, having the opportunity to work in any Cisco Academy worldwide!!! All Rights Reserved Ofok Al-Tanmia NGO Regional Cisco Networking Academy 2008 9