ICND2 Passed -- CCNA Certified

kocher

Hi All,

Passed my ICND1 around the end of August with a 950. Finally got confident enough to take the ICND2 today. Scored a 972.

I used the CBT Nuggets videos, Wendell Odom 3rd Edition, Todd Lammle book, and the network simulator/practice tests from cisco network store(WGU provided).

Few of the test questions didn't make any sense; don't really want to say the specifics of the question cause of NDA obviously.

There were maybe 2 questions I didn't remember learning anything about from the sources listed...not sure if those were un-scored questions or something?


Either way, glad that mess is over for now, I’m going to knock out some gen. eds. then head into Security+.


Question though -- Does anyone have any opinions on getting Network+ at this point? It isn't offered through WGU for my course, and I don't need it for my job currently. Would I benefit from having it if I start applying elsewhere for jobs or just ride the CCNA?

Also if you recommend going for it, how different is it from the ICND1/2 CCNA material? Is there much else I'll have to review and cover, or can I basically go test for it now?


Thanks,
Kocher

jdballinger

Congratulations on your pass, and that's a GREAT score!

As far as Network+, I personally don't see any reason to get it if you already have the CCNA. I studied for it for a while before getting my CCNA, and honestly all the information from that is part of the CCNA curriculum, so you already have the knowledge. As a matter of personal preference, I will at some point go back and get it, that way I complete the trifecta (A+,Net+, Sec+) but I am a completionist by nature. However at $250 per test, it's not real high on my list...

Your CCNA will open more doors than a Network+ cert will, just do a basic search on any job site. CCNA is requested way more often for actual network admin jobs than Net+ (come to think of it, I don't think I've seen Net+ requested outside of help desk positions.)

Congrats again!

Roguetadhg

You have your CCNA. Net+ is a downgrade. I mean.. it's a certification... but you really wouldn't learn anything new and probably roll your eyes at the material.

gadav478

^+1, after passing the CCENT, I consider the Network+ a downgrade... I would knock out another cert in your curriculum with WGU at this point...

kocher

Thanks for the replies. Like jdballinger I more wanted it for completionism but didn't want to put it in front of more beneficial things if it wouldn't help progress me at the moment.

I believe I am going to start working on Sec+ next followed by the 70-680.

I have to knock out the MTA 349 basic OS class and don't have a testing center close. Figure I'll take that test next time I go to the in-laws as they have a testing center 30 minutes away...and it gets me outta the house!

Thanks again for the infos.

Dakinggamer87

Congrats on pass and I would skip Network+ since you already have your CCNA!!

Ivanjam

@kocher - congrats on passing ICND2 and gaining your CCNA!

I'll pm you my address so you can mail me a check for $253 - the amount you were planning to waste on the Network+.

Good luck on your next endeavor!

fadhil

congrats

kocher

@Ivanjam I lol'd hard.

Chitownjedi

Congrats on the Pass!

YFZblu

gadav478 wrote: »

^+1, after passing the CCENT, I consider the Network+ a downgrade... I would knock out another cert in your curriculum with WGU at this point...

Agreed.

2URGSE

Congrats on the pass. I am following the same footsteps.

CDelapena

Congratulations