6/12/2002 -- Cisco Systems, which has already launched five new certifications in 2002, has just announced a sixth: Cisco MxU (multi-unit) Specialist.

Part of Cisco's Qualified Specialist line of certifications, the title is designed to certify the skills needed to "support a comprehensive Cisco end-to-end solution for MxU environments."

To become an MxU specialist, candidates must first hold a valid CCNA, then pass two exams: Cisco Building Broadband Service Manager (9E0-811) and Cisco Long Reach Ethernet (9E0-821).

MxU Specialists will be required to upgrade their titles every two years.

For more information about this new certification, click here. - B.N.