CCT Routing & Switching Online Training

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UPDATED: October 11, 2022

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This foundational Cisco CCT Routing & Switching training covers the objectives in the 100-490 RSTECH exam. For any network technician looking for foundational Cisco exam prep, this CCT Routing & Switching course maps to the Cisco 100-490 RSTECH exam objectives.

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What you'll learn

Identifying Cisco router and switch models
Using different Cisco IOS software modes
Reading and writing the Cisco Command Line Interface
Providing onsite support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches and operating environments

FAQs

Is CCT Routing & Switching worth it?

For brand new IT professionals who want to get started on the right foot, the CCT Routing & Switching is definitely worth it. But since it's a rudimentary introduction to routing and networking hardware, the CCT Routing & Switching might not be worth it for professionals with several years of experience – unless it's to document and validate their skills in the field.

How much does the 100-490 RSTECH cost?

The CCT Routing & Switching certifying exam 100-490 RSTECH costs $125. The CCT Routing & Switching cert is one of Cisco's beginner certifications, so there are no prerequisites to pay for or additional costs. If you pursue the CCT, $125 for the exam plus any training materials or courses you find will be the only cost for earning it.

Is the CCT Routing & Switching exam 100-490 difficult?

No, the CCT Routing & Switching is designed to be an introductory certification, the 100-490 RSTECH exam isn't very hard. 100-490 would be very easy for someone with several years of experience, but it's usually being taken by newcomers. For someone with no previous experience or IT knowledge, the CCT Routing & Switching exam will be challenging.

Does CCT Routing & Switching expire?

Yes, all of the Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) certs expire after three years. There are several things you can do to prevent the CCT Routing & Switching from expiring after three years: you can retake the same exam, pass any other Cisco Specialist exam, pass the CCNA exam, pass a CCNP concentration exam or earn any higher cert than a CCT.

How to study for 100-490 RSTECH?

If you're studying for the CCT Routing & Switching, it's probably one of the first certifying exams you've studied for, so be sure to find a course that marries theory with practice. The best way to study for the 100-490 RSTECH is with a course that packages theoretical networking concepts with real-world opportunities to practice the skills you're learning about.

Who is this for?

This CCT Routing & Switching training is considered professional-level Cisco training, which means it was designed for network technicians with 1 to 3 years of experience — or no experience at all. This CCT Routing & Switching course is valuable for new or aspiring IT professionals, experienced network technicians looking to validate foundational skills, and non-technical professionals.

What our learners say

Practice exams help you have an overview of your readiness. If you have failed a couple questions in one area, you can go back and work on them.
Harold M. | Network Administrator
I didn't ever think I'd have the position I have now.
Jenna B. | Service Operations Manager
Having access to on-demand labs that I could spin up instantly was very helpful. I didn’t have to have a home environment with a bunch of virtual machines spun up. Or worry about destroying things.
Brian V. | Monitoring Engineer

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Download the free CCT Routing and Switching study plan to complete this course in about 18 hours.

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