Cisco's 2025 certification updates aim to equip professionals with skills in modern networking solutions. Some key updates include:
Increased Focus on Automation & AI
Cisco exams now include more automation and artificial intelligence (AI) integration to reflect the growing demand for automated network management and AI-driven solutions.
Cloud-Centric Approaches
As cloud networking grows, Cisco has integrated multi-cloud, hybrid-cloud, and cloud security concepts into certification exams.
Security Enhancements
Given the rising cybersecurity threats, Cisco exams now include more in-depth topics on zero trust architecture, endpoint security, and network segmentation.
Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
Expect more coverage of SDN concepts, including Cisco DNA Center, SD-WAN, and Intent-Based Networking (IBN).
Practical Exam Changes
Cisco has expanded the use of virtual labs in practical exams, offering real-world problem-solving scenarios.
