General Inquiries FAQ
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- What certifications are available?
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Check Point certifications are structured around comprehensive courses that provide students with hands-on experience with Check Point products. Certifications include:
Core Security courses establish a strong foundation in essential Check Point product knowledge and skills Certifications Courses Exams CCSPA
Check Point Certified Security Principles AssociatePrinciples of Network Security #156-110 CCSA NGX
Check Point Certified Security Administrator NGXCheck Point Security Administration NGX I #156-215 CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGXCheck Point Security Administration NGX I #156-215 Check Point Security Administration NGX II #156-315 Accelerated CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGXAccelerated CCSE NGX #156-915
CCSA NG with AI and CCSE NG with AI certifications, courses and exams will continue to be available through August, 2006.
- What are the prerequisites for each Check Point certification?
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Check Point certifications are designed to build upon the knowledge and skills of the previous courses, reinforcing lessons learned and extending your competencies with ever more complex and valuable skills.
Certifications Prerequisites CCSPA
Check Point Certified Security Principles AssociateNone CCSA NGX
Check Point Certified Security Administrator NGXTCP/IP and routing fundamentals CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGXCCSA NGX Accelerated CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGXCCSE NG or CCSE NG with AI CCSE Plus NG with AI
Check Point Certified Security Expert plus High Availability and Troubleshooting NG with Application IntelligenceCCSE NG with AI CCMSE NG with AI
Check Point Managed Security Expert NG with Application IntelligenceCCSE NG with AI CCMSE NG with AI Plus VSXTM
Check Point Managed Security Expert NG with Application Intelligence plus VSXCCMSE NG with AI - How long does a certification last?
- Certification, like security, must be kept current to be truly effective - which is why we strongly encourage you to constantly refresh and keep your certification current. Certifications are considered 'up to date' if they are for the current major product release or the product release immediately prior, such as Check Point NG with Application Intelligence and Check Point NGX.
- Where can I take a Check Point certification exam?
- Check Point exams are offered through Pearson VUE, a third party testing vendor with over 3.500 locations worldwide. You can register for any Check Point exam and earn your certification by visiting their Website.
- Do I have to take classes in order to take the exams?
- No, it is possible to take an exam with only your own experience and self-study using the Check Point courseware, but we highly recommend taking a class instead. Instructor-led training accelerates and focuses your learning, gives you hands-on experience and an opportunity to make mistakes in the lab, and is much more cost-effective than self-study in your spare time.
- What courses should I take to prepare for the exams?
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To help prepare for exams, you should take the following corresponding courses:
Core Security courses establish a strong foundation in essential Check Point product knowledge and skills Certifications Courses Exams CCSPA
Check Point Certified Security Principles AssociateCCSA NGX
Check Point Certified Security Administrator NGXCCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGXCheck Point Security Administration NGX II #156-315 Accelerated CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX
- Is courseware available for purchase?
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Course materials to help you prepare for CCSA and CCSE certification can be purchased from ATCs designated as Check Point Courseware Distributors. Email us for a list of approved distributors in your area.
Other product courses and training materials can be purchased directly from Check Point through our Courseware Order page.
- Is study material available?
- Exam objectives are posted on the Education Services Web site for reference, but all official training materials are provided when you attend instructor-led training through one of our Authorized Training Centers (ATC) partners.
- Where can I find training classes?
- Courses are offered through our network of over 230 Authorized Training Centers around the globe. Use our partner locator to find an ATC near you and sign up for training today!
- Are classes available globally?
- Yes! We have ATCs in over 42 countries worldwide - just use our partner locator to find an ATC near you and sign up for training. If for any reason you can't find an ATC near you, send an email to us directly at training@ts.checkpoint.com and ask about on-site training options.
- How long are the classes recommended for certification exams?
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Check Point recommends minimum time frames for each course, but individual ATCs may choose to adjust the time to offer more 'intensive' courses or to cover topics in more detail. You should check with your local ATC for the exact length of each course to be sure the time fits your schedule.
Here are the course durations recommended by Check Point:
Core Security courses establish a strong foundation in essential Check Point product knowledge and skills Courses Duration Certifications 3 days CCSPA
Check Point Certified Security Principles Associate2 days CCSA NGX
Check Point Certified Security Administrator NGX2 days CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGXCheck Point NG with Application Intelligence - Management II 3 days 2 days Accelerated CCSE NGX
Check Point Certified Security Expert NGX
Advanced Specializations recognize your proficiency and expertise in specific disciplines and technologies Courses Duration Certifications 3 days CCSE Plus NG with AI
Check Point Certified Security Expert plus High Availability and Troubleshooting NG with Application IntelligenceCheck Point NG with Application Intelligence -Management II 2 days Check Point NG with Application Intelligence -Management III 4 days 3 days CCMSE NG with AI Check Point Managed Security Expert NG with Application Intelligence Check Point NG with Application Intelligence -Management II 2 days Managing Multiple Sites Using Provider-1 NG with Application Intelligence 2 days 3 days CCMSE NG with AI plus VSX
Check Point Managed Security Expert NG with Application Intelligence plus VSXCheck Point NG with Application Intelligence -Management II 2 days Managing Multiple Sites Using Provider-1 NG with Application Intelligence 2 days VPN-1/Firewall-1 VSX Management 2 days - I know that CCSA certification is a prerequisite for CCSE. Can I achieve a CCSE NGX certification with a CCSA NG or NG with AI certification?
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No. Since NGX is a completely new product version with many new features, only CCSA NGX certification provides the background needed to be a prerequisite to CCSE NGX certification.
However, if you have a CCSE NG or CCSE NG with Application Intelligence certification, you are eligible to take our upgrade course, Accelerated CCSE NGX and then exam #156-915 to earn your CCSE NGX certification.
- When will my NG certifications expire?
- Check Point Certifications are valid through the life span of the version that the certification is based on.
- How can I learn about updates in the Check Point Certified Professional Program?
- You can always find the latest information on our News and Updates page, including special offers on the most in-demand courses and certifications. If you are a certified professional, you'll proactively be notified in our Certified Professionals Only Newsletter.