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Global Knowledge UK lets trainees learn ‘in their own time’

Wokingham, UKLearning NewsGlobal Knowledge

~ IT training provider launches ‘CCNA Xtra’ with new online resources and CCNA mentored workshop ~

Recognising that the majority of trainees are looking for a broader learning experience, IT training and business skills provider, Global Knowledge, has launched CCNA Xtra. It offers pre- and post-course information, available online to delegates, to accompany Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification – and a flexible mentored workshop, which caters to each delegate’s different uptake of knowledge.

Building on the recently launched VMware Xtra service, providing a selection of online resources to help customers get the most from their VMware training courses, CCNA Xtra aims to offer the same for its Cisco accreditation courses.

“We’re fully aware that clients welcome our support outside the classroom as part of their education. Whether the desire is to pass the certification or to further understand the technology, CCNA Xtra is designed to give the learner further assistance and help cement the learning process,” explained Allan Pettman, UK managing director of Global Knowledge. “It’s important to make the additional activities accessible and relevant – instructor-view videos, network course choices, revision packets, proof of configuration demos and more.”

Global Knowledge has also launched a CCNA Mentored Workshop with a two-day mentored session in a classroom where delegates can get the practical time with labs that e-learning packages alone cannot provide. Working with the mentor, the learner can learn by themselves concentrating on the labs at their own pace or with the guidance and advice available from an expert should they need it.

“Sometimes people don’t have the time or opportunity to give a full week or two to learn about a new technology or gain a required certification,” explained Allan. “We have designed the workshop to complement our e-learning package to create a flexible CCNA package or a standalone opportunity that gives delegates hands-on practical routing and switching experience.”

“By being able to reduce the time spent in a classroom by up to 80%, as well as making classroom-based learning as flexible as possible, we hope to encourage more individuals and organisations to make the most of training options on offer.”

For more information on CCNA Xtra or the CCNA Mentored Workshop please visit www.globalknowledge.co.uk/ccnaxtra.