The CCNP Service Provider certification curriculum prepares you for professional-level positions in service provider technology today. CCNP is one of the most well-respected certifications in the business, validating core knowledge while allowing you to choose a focus area. You must pass two examinations to get the CCNP Service Provider certification: a core test and a concentration exam of your choosing.

• Implementing and Operating Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologiesv1.0 (350-501 SPCOR) core exam assesses your understanding of service provider infrastructure, including core architecture, services, networking, automation, quality of service, security, and network assurance.
  -The core exam also serves as a prerequisite for the CCIE Service Provider certification. Passing this exam will let you achieve both of these credentials.
• Concentration examinations cover subjects such as advanced routing, VPN services, and automation that are new to the market.Choose one of the following CCNP Service Provider focus exams:
  – Implementing Cisco Service Provider Advanced Routing Solutions (300-510 SPRI)
  – The Implementing Cisco Service Provider VPN Services (300-515 SPVI)
  – Automating and Programming Cisco Service Provider Solutions (300-535 SPAUTO)