CCNA Certification in Saudi Arabia

Aligned with Cisco 200-301 CCNA v1.1

Practical configuration, verification, & troubleshooting

IPv4, IPv6, VLANs, trunking, EtherChannel, routing, & OSPF

Network services, wireless networking, & security

APIs, JSON, Ansible, Terraform, & AI/ML for network operations

Domain-wise tests & a full-length CCNA simulation

Hands-on labs covering core networking domains

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Overview

What our training includes:

Understanding networking theory through hands-on configuration, verification exercises, and structured labs covering IPv4/IPv6 and OSPF
Applying CCNA concepts in an end-to-end Integrated Lab that connects addressing, switching, routing, and automation
Understanding controller-based networking, software-defined architectures, REST APIs, JSON, Ansible, and Terraform
Completing domain-wise mock assessments and a full-length CCNA simulation exam while building practical skills
Building job-relevant networking knowledge across Network Fundamentals, Network Access, IP Connectivity, IP Services, and Security Fundamentals

Upcoming sessions

Curriculum

Role and function of network components (routers, L2/L3 switches, firewalls/IPS, APs, controllers, endpoints, servers, PoE)

Network topology architectures (two-tier, threetier, spine-leaf, WAN, SOHO, on-premises, cloud)

Physical interface and cabling types (singlemode/multimode fiber, copper, shared-media, point-to-point)

Interface and cable issues (collisions, errors, duplex/speed mismatch)

TCP vs. UDP

IPv4 addressing and subnetting; private IPv4 addressing

IPv6 addressing, prefix and address types (global unicast, unique local, link local, anycast, multicast, EUI-64)

Verifying IP parameters on Windows, macOS and Linux

Wireless principles (channels, SSID, RF, encryption)

Virtualization fundamentals (server virtualization, containers, VRFs)

Switching concepts (MAC learning/aging, frame switching/flooding, MAC address table)

Activities/Case Study

Designing a Small Enterprise Network: determine architecture and addressing for switches, routers, APs, servers and endpoints.

VLANs spanning multiple switches (access ports, data/voice VLANs, default VLAN, inter-VLAN connectivity)

Interswitch connectivity (trunk ports, 802.1Q, native VLAN)

Layer 2 discovery protocols (CDP, LLDP)

Layer 2/3 EtherChannel (LACP)

Rapid PVST+ (root port/bridge, port states and roles, PortFast, root guard, loop guard, BPDU filter/guard)

Cisco wireless architectures and AP modes

Physical infrastructure connections of WLAN components (AP, WLC, access/trunk ports, LAG)

Network-device management access (Telnet, SSH, HTTP/S, console, TACACS+, RADIUS, cloudmanaged access)

WLAN GUI configuration for client connectivity

WLAN creation, security settings, QoS profiles, advanced settings)

Activities/Case Study

Enterprise Campus Connectivity ; determine Layer 2 configuration for VLAN segmentation, trunking and STP behavior.

Routing-table components (protocol code, prefix, mask, next hop, administrative distance, metric, gateway of last resort)

Default forwarding decisions (longest-prefix match, administrative distance, routing-protocol metric)

IPv4 and IPv6 static routing (default, network, host and floating static routes)

Single-area OSPFv2 (neighbor adjacencies, pointto-point/broadcast, DR/BDR selection, router ID)

First-hop redundancy protocols ; purpose, functions and concepts

Activities/Case Study

Multi-Site Enterprise Routing ; determine how traffic should move across multiple IPv4/IPv6 networks.

Inside source NAT (static and pools)

NTP (client and server mode)

Role of DHCP and DNS

Function of SNMP

Syslog features (facilities, severity levels)

QoS forwarding per-hop behavior (classification, marking, queuing, congestion, policing, shaping)

Remote access configuration using SSH

Capabilities and functions of TFTP/FTP

DHCP client and relay

Activities/Case Study

Enterprise Network Services ; identify services for addressing, name resolution, time sync, secure admin and monitoring.

Key security concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, exploits, mitigation techniques)

Security program elements (user awareness, training, physical access control)

Device access control using local passwords

Security password policy elements (management, complexity, MFA, certificates, biometrics)

IPsec remote-access and site-to-site VPNs

Access control lists

Layer 2 security features (DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, port security)

Authentication, authorization and accounting (AAA)

Wireless security protocols (WPA, WPA2, WPA3)

WLAN configuration within the GUI using WPA2 PSK

Activities/Case Study

Securing a Campus Network ; determine controls for unauthorized device access and Layer 2 attacks.

How automation impacts network management

Traditional vs. controller-based networking

Controller-based, software-defined architecture (overlay, underlay, fabric, control/data plane separation, northbound/southbound APIs)

AI ; generative, predictive and machine learning in network operations

REST-based API characteristics (authentication types, CRUD, HTTP verbs, data encoding)

Configuration-management mechanisms (Ansible, Terraform)

Components of JSON-encoded data

Activities/Case Study

Modern Network Operations ; analyze where controller-based networking, REST APIs, Ansible, Terraform and AI/ML fit an operating model.

Meet your Trainer

Our Trainers

We, at Learners Point, take immense pride in our teaching methods and instructors. Our instructors are some of the best experts in their fields and employ a practical approach to learning. Many of them are globally recognised and have a diverse set of experience in their field of expertise. You are always sure to have the best in the industry as your teachers who are ready to guide you at every step and make the experience informative yet enjoyable. Apart from the focus on learning your chosen course, our instructors also encourage students to develop communication skills and interpersonal skills necessary to excel in the practical world.

Our cutting edge teaching methods make every program an immersive and productive experience for the learners. Our learning methods are research-driven and are continuously updated to stay relevant to present times as well as the future. You will enjoy practical applications of everything learned through theory and regular mock examinations to help monitor your progress. Our courses are led by an instructor in a classroom setup and we do offer online high-quality sessions as well for individuals. We also monitor the training sessions with a progress tracker to maintain high standards of instruction and ethics.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the CCNA Training in Riyadh, participants will be able to:

Configure and verify IPv4 and IPv6 networks, including addressing, subnetting, and basic connectivity

Configure VLANs, trunk links, and LACP EtherChannel to support reliable Layer 2 network access

Interpret routing tables and configure static routes and single-area OSPFv2 for effective IP connectivity

Configure and verify core IP services such as NAT, NTP, DHCP, SSH, SNMP, and Syslog

Apply essential network security controls, including ACLs, secure device access, Layer 2 security, and wireless security

Ready to get started?

KHDA Certificate

Earn a KHDA attested Course Certificate. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is the educational quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Learners Point Certificate

Earn a Course Completion Certificate, an official Learners Point credential that confirms that you have successfully completed a course with us.

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Frequently asked questions

The current CCNA covers six areas: Network Fundamentals, Network Access, IP Connectivity, IP Services, Security Fundamentals, and Automation and Programmability. The course curriculum follows these same six domains and combines them with practical exercises and assessments.

No. Cisco lists no formal prerequisite for the CCNA examination. Basic computer literacy, internet usage, operating-system navigation, and some familiarity with IP addressing can nevertheless make the training easier to follow.

The CCNA program provides 40 hours of training aligned with Cisco 200-301 CCNA v1.1. It progresses from networking fundamentals through routing, switching, security, and automation before concluding with integrated practice and assessment.

Depending on prior experience and the employer, CCNA knowledge can support applications for roles such as:

Network Support
NOC Technician
Network Technician
Junior Network Administration
Infrastructure Support

For many professionals, yes. Cloud environments still depend heavily on concepts such as IP addressing, routing, subnets, DNS, NAT, security controls, and connectivity. Cybersecurity professionals regularly work with network traffic, segmentation, access controls, VPNs, firewalls, and network-based threats.

CCNA can therefore help professionals understand the network layer beneath cloud and security technologies, even when becoming a full-time network engineer is not their ultimate career goal.

The training is mapped to the Cisco 200-301 CCNA v1.1 examination objectives across all six domains. Participants complete domain-specific activities and assessments before taking a full-length simulation exam.

The current exam is 120 minutes long and covers:

Network Fundamentals – 20%
Network Access – 20%
IP Connectivity – 25%
IP Services – 10%
Security Fundamentals – 15%
Automation and Programmability – 10%

CCNA can provide a structured networking foundation for career changers, but previous experience, transferable skills, and practical labs will still influence job opportunities. For example, an IT support professional with prior networking exposure may consider CCNA before pursuing networking opportunities in Saudi Arabia.

Cisco advises candidates who are already studying for v1.1 to continue rather than restart their preparation. The skills developed for the existing examination also provide a foundation for the refreshed version.

Learners Point delivers CCNA v1.1 training with a Practical Exam-Focused Approach that combines:

Instructor-Led Learning
Hands-on Labs
Enterprise Network Scenarios
Domain-wise Assessments and a full-length simulation exam

With a maximum batch size of 15 learners, participants receive focused guidance while building practical skills in routing, switching, security, automation, and modern network operations.