Cisco Learning Credits:
Cisco Channel Partner Quick Reference Guide
Last update: Feb 2017
Program Overview
Description
Cisco® Learning Credits are a convenient and efficient way to purchase and manage Cisco authorized training.
They enable customers to increase productivity and improve network optimization while safeguarding training
budget and monitoring training expenditures.
Value and Timeframe
Each Cisco Learning Credit is valued at $100 USD toward training and is valid for one year. Learning Credits are
redeemable only after they have been credited to the user account. This is usually after all equipment on order
ships and is invoiced.
Management
The online Learning Credits Management Tool is a robust, easy-to-use tool that enables you to manage and track
your Cisco Learning Credits 24x7.
Information includes how many credits were purchased, when and where they were redeemed, the current account
balance and when credits expire. For Learning Credits Management Tool log in page, please click here.
Redemption
You can redeem Learning Credits through participating authorized Cisco Learning Solution Partners and their
affiliated organizations. Courses must begin before credits expire. Learning Credits also must be redeemed in the
currency in which they were purchased.
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Team Captains
A Team Captain is the customer individual who will manage the learning credits, review transactions, generate
reports, identify Team Players, and receive program notifications and monthly account statements. The Team
Captain plays a critical role within the Learning Credits Management Tool in order to monitor their learning credits.
Benefits
Reseller Benefits
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Increase revenue and margins.
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Meets request for proposal requirements. Many RFPs require training.
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Offer complete Cisco solution (hardware, software, service and training).
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Increases productivity by reducing the education burden from your staff.
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Accelerates adoption of advanced technologies.
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Enhances Customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Customer Benefits
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Secures training budget.
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Increases productivity and technical competency.
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Ensures highest quality of training, through authorized Cisco Learning Partners.
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Decreases administrative costs associated with opening multiple purchase orders.
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Increased competitive advantage.
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The Learning Credits Management Tool provides a single location to manage and track the Cisco Learning
Credits.
Why Use a Cisco Authorized Learning Partner?
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Latest Authorized Content.
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Cisco Authorized Instructors.
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Strict quality guarantee managed by a Cisco online evaluation system.
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Virtual practice labs using the latest Cisco equipment.
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Simulations created by Cisco to help prepare for Cisco Exams.
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Comprehensive learning needs and skills-gap analysis.
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Customized courses and variety of training delivery methods: classroom, virtual classroom, E-Learning, and
on-site delivery. More information at Global Learning Partners.
Qualifying Questions
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What is your budget cycle?
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Do you have an allocated budget for training?
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Would you like to ensure a quicker return on invested capital?
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Who have you identified on your team to be trained on the new equipment/solution?
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Do you need an audit trail and web based reports regarding who has attended training?
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Do you create a PO every time you need a training class?
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Additional qualifying questions and overview information can be found at www.cisco.com/go/learningcredits
Additional Information
Country-specific Availability
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Cisco Learning Credits are not available in all countries. For a list of countries in which the credits are
available, please go to countries of operations on the Cisco Learning Credits website.
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Learning Credits must be redeemed in the currency in which they were purchased.
For More Information
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Contact your Cisco Account Team or visit online case support
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