Getting Started

Distinction from peers and career growth are just the beginning. Becoming Juniper Networks certified demonstrates your solid understanding of networking technologies and the Juniper products used in your role as a networking professional. But becoming certified does much more…for you and your organization.

When surveyed, of those customers who are Juniper trained and certified:

• 98% recognize greater benefits from their Juniper products
• 50% realize multiple areas of performance improvement in individual performance
• 80% of managers realize up to 40% improvements in the job performance in their certified engineers

Customers recognize greater benefits from their Juniper products

98% of certified engineers state they are more effective because they gain a broader understanding of and ability to work with Juniper Networks products. *

"How has Juniper Networks training and certification impacted your understanding of and ability to work with the full functionality of Juniper products?"

Individuals Realize Multiple Areas of Performance Improvement

Over 50% of individuals realized multiple areas of performance improvement as a result of the knowledge gained during the certification process with 96% of respondents saying the learning gained while preparing for the exam was highly applicable to their job.

Managers See Improved Team Performance

Managers realized significant performance improvements for teams with Juniper Networks certified members – 80% realizing over 40% improvement in productivity.

"To what extent has the knowledge and experience required to pass the Juniper Networks certification exams improved your team’s overall performance?"

If you are ready to get more from your Juniper Networks investment, improve your performance and that of your team, raise your visibility, and increase your access to the industry’s most challenging opportunities, view the Certification Process to learn how to get started.

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* Results from December, 2011 Juniper Networks Certification Program survey.

The Juniper Networks Certification Program offers you a number of compelling benefits that increase your visibility in the marketplace, access to learning opportunities, ability to manage Juniper Networks technologies, and ultimately deliver on the promise of the New Network. These benefits increase as you progress through the program.

Step 1: Choose your Track
The Juniper Networks Certification Program features three Junos OS based tracks (Service Provider Routing and Switching, Enterprise Routing and Switching, and Security) as well as a number of product specific tracks allowing you to choose a track that meets your career goals.

For select entry-level certifications, we offer the Fast Track program which gives you free study materials and discounted exams.

Step 2: Prepare for your exam
Each exam offers different preparation materials but will usually consist of a mix of formal training recommendations, free self-paced training and/or study guides, practice exams, and software documentation references. You can purchase courseware  for our training courses.

Step 3: Register to take your exam
Written exams (multiple choice) are available at Prometric testing centers throughout the world. Lab exams (for Professional and Expert-level credentials) are available through Juniper Networks at designated facilities.

Step 4: Visit CertManager to manage your credentials
CertManager allows you to track your credentials and download logos for use on profiles, business cards, etc. CertManager also includes links to the Education Learning Management System where you can print out Associate and Specialist levels certificates upon passing the exam.