CWNP - for Vendor Neutral

Wireless Network Certification Training


For many years, CWNP has been at the forefront of providing vendor-neutral certifications in the Wireless industry.



Originally founded in 1999 as a consortium of organizations and significant individuals, within the Wireless industry, that were of a similar opinion and that wanted to create a set of consistent standards with which to certify Wireless engineers. Since that time, CWNP has grown into a worldwide authority.


Similar to Cisco’s training division, CWNP requires that its Learning Centers and Instructors are regularly monitored to ensure compliance and quality. In return, CWNP provides support and access to cutting-edge training classes which are regularly updated.

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NC-Expert's CWNP certification training class portfolio:

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Upcoming Classes

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Per our Terms and Conditions, please note that our courses are subject to minimum enrollment and we reserve the right to cancel or reschedule sessions if required numbers are not met.

What does my Enrollment Include?

Virtual (or In-Person*) attendance with live, real-time instruction

Official Course Materials delivered in one of two ways: 

     [1] electronic format (environmentally-friendly, preferred option), or 

     [2] hardcopy shipped to your location (only applies if electronic version is unavailable).

Official CWNP Course Guide (only available through Authorized Learning Centers)

Hands-on Lab Access**

Proprietary Lab Guide**

Practice Tests - unlimited access!

Complementary Video Library access (6 months)

Exam Voucher

CWNA, CWSP, CWDP, and CWAP all include Wi-Fi 7 theory, discussions, demos, and labs!

*In-Person for Corporate on-site sessions only.

**Exception: CWI** which offer no formal Labs or printed Lab Guides. However, live, guided lab scenarios may be provided.

Why Certified Wireless Network Professional training is the right choice for you! 


Wireless network engineers need to have a deep understanding of the latest software, tools, trends, and technologies available. Achieving CWNP certifications establish individuals as knowledgeable and skilled in the wireless networking industry. These credentials validate their ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, and/or maintain wireless networks - giving them an edge against modern wireless technology challenges.


Official Certified Wireless Network Professional training - whether CWNA, CWSP, CWDP, CWNA, or any of the others in the portfolio - covers a multitude of topics ranging from RF Frequencies to Site Surveys and WLAN Analysis. These trainings provide the wireless network engineer with a solid foundation of knowledge, and the understanding required to advance within the industry.


From basic concepts, to more advanced knowledge, CWNP training delivers hands-on experience that will benefit the novice as well as the experienced network engineer.


Successful students will acquire the necessary skills to administer and manage wireless operations in the enterprise, while utilizing hardware and software solutions from the industry’s leading manufacturers.


There are many benefits the certified engineer can realize, among which are:

  • Enhancing your job security
  • with greater knowledge and skills, you embody a raised level of competence and, therefore, increased value to your employer
  • Improving your chances of promotion
  • you could use this certification to gain an edge over other candidates when applying for a lateral transfer or new job
  • Improving your employer/company’s bottom line
  • by reducing network downtime, thus increasing productivity
  • Bringing your employer a greater ROI on their hardware purchases
  • by learning how to best utilize the available technology
  • Increasing customer trust
  • by validating your employer/company’s level of customer-perceived professionalism by obtaining industry-recognized certifications


As you become more knowledgeable, and externally validated by certifications, you develop a better position to join professional groups and comment about technical topics on social media discussions, thus raising the level of respect you command among your peers.


All this can start by attending class, getting top quality instruction, and sitting the associated certification exam!


A red and white sign that says `` authorized learning center ''.

NC-Expert is a CWNP Authorized Learning Center


The benefits to our students are that:

  • students receive the most up-to-date training.
  • students can be confident that the material is accurate and quality is assured by CWNP.
  • students get practical experience through proprietary hands-on labs.
  • students receive additional support (practice test access, etc.) to help with exam preparation.
  • after attending authorized training, students have the best chance of success in their exam.


To see a list of CWNP Authorized Learning Centers visit https://www.cwnp.com/learning-center

Important: Please read the following prior to enrolling in any CWNP classes:

  • General Information - Recommended Experience

    Getting Started? Recommended experience for CWNP Training Classes


    CWNP recommends that students have at least 1 year of experience in wireless networking, prior to attending CWNA (Wireless Network Administrator) class. This recommendation for length of experience also relates to the CWISA (Wireless IoT Solutions Administrator) training class.


    Quote from CWNP's website "Do you have an understanding of the fundamentals of wireless technology? Do you know how WLAN works and how its managed day-to-day? Do you have the ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot and maintain wireless networks within small business or Enterprise deployments?"


    Wireless is significantly different from other forms of networking. Do not fall into the trap of thinking "I've been working in (routing and switching / wired) networking for years. Wireless will be easy." If you do not readily know what a "4-way handshake" is, or how to do "RF math", then CWNA is definitely the place to start. It gives the best possible foundation for working as a wireless network engineer.


    To attend the Professional level training classes, CWNP recommends 2-3 years of relevant experience.

  • Practice Tests

    In order to receive unlimited access to the class-associated Practice Test(s), follow the instructions for Class Coupon Code Redemption **first**.


    Once that is done, and you recevie an email from CWNP containing your Exam Voucher, then:

    [1] Re-login to your CWNP account.

    [2] Your Practice Test(s) should immediately show up in your account.


    You now have unlimited access to your assoociated class Practice Test(s).


    If you cannot see any Practice Tests, please contact us.

  • Class Coupon Code (Exam Voucher)

    At the end of your CWNP training class at NC-Expert, you will be given a Class Coupon code which shall be exchanged, through CWNP, for an Exam Voucher. This is what is referred to, in our advertising, as an "Exam Voucher". It is essentially as promised, except there is one interim step to obtaining it.


    There are two parts to Class Coupon redemption:


    PART 1


    The following are instructions to redeem your NC-Expert Class Coupon:

    • Go to cwnp.com

    • Select Member Login link at the top of the page.

    • Log into your account (or create one, if you do not yet have one).

    • On your account Homepage, scroll down until you see the following:

    ALC Class Coupon Redemption 

    ALC Students: Redeem your Class Coupon to receive the exam voucher and practice test.

    • Select the red Redeem link, and follow onscreen instructions to submit your Class Coupon code. 

    (ALC/Training Provider: NetCertExpert )


    PART 2


    When you receive your Exam Voucher from CWNP, follow CWNP's instructions to schedule your exam.


    At checkout, use your Exam Voucher to "pay" for your exam. It will cover the cost in full. However, if the system tries to charge you any amount, other than $0.00, do not proceed with the transaction. Instead, please contact either CWNP Customer Support at +1 (866) 438-2963, or NC-Expert Sales team at +1 (855) 941-2121.

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    Note: Per CWNP mandate, we are not permitted to issue students with their Class Coupon codes prior to class, because they are "Class" Coupons and are tied to specific classes and dates. We apologize, in advance, for any inconvenience. 

  • Exams

    The knowledge required to sit a CWNA exam can be obtained by attending a certification training class, or from self-study.


    Important Advisory: ***To be awarded the CWSP, CWDP, or CWAP ("professional level") certifications, CWNP requires that the candidate must hold a current CWNA certification.***  Students are welcome to attend classes, and sit exams, in any order - but please note that CWNP will not confer Professional-level (CWSP, CWDP, CWAP) certifications until the candidate holds a valid CWNA certification.


    Important Note: As of August 2024, CWNP no longer uses PearsonVue as its test proctor. Instead it uses Prometric. Details can be found here.


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    Current Exams


    CWNA

    The CWNA® (Certified Wireless Network Administrator) certification is a foundation level wireless LAN certification for the CWNP Program.

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here


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    CWSP

    The CWSP® (Certified Wireless Security Professional) certification will advance your career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully secure wireless networks from bad actors.

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here

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    CWDP

    The CWDP® (Certified Wireless Design Professional) certification will advance your career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully design enterprise Wi-Fi networks for a variety of different applications, deployments, and environments, no matter which brand of Wi-Fi gear your organization deploys. 

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here

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    CWAP

    The CWAP® (Certified Wireless Analysis Professional) certification proves that you have the packet level expertise required to analyze and troubleshoot more complex 802.11 systems.

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here

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    CWISA

    Certified Wireless IoT Solutions Administrator

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here

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    CWICP

    Certified Wireless IoT Connectivity Professional

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here

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    CWIIP

    Certified Wireless IoT Integration Professional

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here

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    CWIDP

    Certified Wireless IoT Design Professional

    Visit CWNP's website for more information here


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    Recertification Information


    CWNP requires that holders recertify their designations every 3 years.


    To recertify your Administrator level (CWNA) certification, you may pass one Professional level exam (i.e., CWSP, CWDP, CWAP) *before* your current certification expires. By doing so, your Administrator (CWNA) level certification will automatically be renewed for another 3 years... OR you can sit the current version of the Administrator-level exam.


    Professional level certifications may be recertified by sitting the current exam.

  • Wi-Fi 7

    IEEE 802.11be, also known as Wi-Fi 7, is a "next-generation" wireless standard. It proposes faster speeds, lower latency, and greater capacity, enabling smoother streaming and connectivity in crowded networks. 


    It improves on previous versions by doubling channel width, introducing higher data rates, and enabling multi-link operation for faster, more reliable connections. 


    As part of our CWNP training, we discuss the benefits of Wi-Fi 7 and examine how it will make a practical difference for Wi-Fi engineers.  

  • CWNE Designation Application

    Many students have asked us questions about applying for their CWNE designation. You can read all the up-to-date information on CWNP's website here.


    Note: The CWNE application should not be regarded casually. Passing the exams alone is not enough to earn the CWNE credential. The application process is designed to grant CWNE status to those that have demonstrated wireless expertise in the enterprise, in addition to passing the required certification exams. The CWNE application process is extensive and the review, performed by CWNP Board members, is thorough.

Special Deal: Combine Training Classes for your Team for Discounts!

To give your team a solid understanding of Wi-Fi, put them on the fast track with CWNP!


Choose from:

  • CWSS / CWTS - basic overview introduction to Wi-Fi (not necessary if you intend to sit CWNA)
  • CWNA - foundations of Wi-Fi (this is the good stuff!)
  • CWSP - focuses on Network Security
  • CWDP - addresses Network Design
  • CWAP - examines Network Analysis - so you can really understand what is going on in your network
  • CWISA - this sits at the intersection of Wi-Fi and IoT - something that is becoming increasingly relevant


If you want to fast-track your employees in their knowledge of Wi-Fi technology, you have options:

  • save time, combine 2 classes* - we can provide them back-to-back to get a head start on your knowledge
  • combine 3, or more, classes to race down the track!
  • if you want all 5 classes, back to back... let's do it!


Training delivery:

  • virtual - we can tailor the dates and timing to your convenience, or
  • we can send an instructor to YOUR location!


Each Training Includes:

  • instructor-led training (live instructor)
  • official course materials
  • hands-on labs
  • class recordings - so you can watch your training class again as you study
  • practice tests
  • exam voucher


Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 students
  • Valid in contiguous USA only


*CWNA + 1 other - if the students already have CWNA, then this is not necessary. CWNA is required for the Professional ("P") levels.

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