The Cisco certificate verifies students have completed the Cisco Networking Academy preparation courses which map to the current industry-recognized CCNA Certification Exam. Students cover a wide range of networking topics including IP routing, switching, and wireless fundamentals, network security and services, and network programmability and automation. Students practice configuration and troubleshooting skills with hands-on labs using Cisco equipment and simulation software. Students completing Cisco IV may be eligible for a substantial discount on the CCNA Certification exam. 20 credits are required for the certificate.