Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) Certification

About the Certifications

The Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) is for expert-level network design engineers, expert-level network leads of IT infrastructure teams, and expert-level network leads of architecture teams working in job roles that require them to translate business needs, budget, and operational constraints into the design of a converged solution.

Skills Measured

There are no formal prerequisites for CCDE. No specific training or other professional certifications are required.

Certification Latest Updates

Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) certifications are valid for two years. To recertify, pass ONE of the following before the certification expiration date:

• Pass any current CCIE Written Exam OR CCIE practical exam, or
• Pass the current CCDE Written Exam OR current CCDE Practical Exam, or
• Pass the Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) interview AND the CCAr board review to extend lower certifications