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Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate

Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate vs 3 alternatives compared

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Nokia Bell Labs Network AssociateCompTIA Network+CCNA - Cisco Certified Network AssociateCCNP Enterprise
VendorNokiaCompTIACiscoCisco
LevelBeginnerBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Exam fee$250$358$330$400+
Duration—90 minutes——
Passing score—720 (on a scale of 100-900)——
Valid for—3 years——
Typical salary$70K–$95K$65K–$85K$80K–$110K$110K–$145K
Prerequisites—CompTIA A+ certification with 9‑12 months of hands‑on experience as a junior network admi…——

Which should you choose?

Should I take Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate or CompTIA Network+ first?

Both are rated Beginner. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate or CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate first?

Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Intermediate), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate or CCNP Enterprise first?

Nokia Bell Labs Network Associate is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.