Information about Nortel Certified Support Specialist (NCSS)

Certification Goal:

This designation certifies that the successful candidate can apply an entry level of technical proficiency required to install and configure, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot a Nortel Networks solution/product. Support Specialist certifications for Application Development certify that the successful candidate can apply an entry level of technical proficiency required to write and debug applications for a Nortel Networks solution.Support Specialist certifications for Database Administration certify that the successful candidate can apply an entry level of technical proficiency required to administer a database for a Nortel Networks solution.

Target Audience:

Post-sales individuals worldwide who are responsible for:

  • Installing and configuring, administering, maintaining, and troubleshooting a Nortel Networks solution/product
  • Analyzing and resolving routine technical issues (either locally or remotely)
  • Supporting other technicians (either locally or remotely, such as field technicians) who are experiencing routine technical issues

Demonstrated Skills:

A candidate who is minimally qualified has these characteristics. In general it represents approximately three to six months of relevant or related work experience.

  • Has quantifiable hands-on experience installing and configuring, administering, maintaining, and troubleshooting a Nortel Networks solution/product
  • Can, with minimal assistance, install and configure, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot basic solutions/products
  • Can apply knowledge of the topics tested to solve common customer support issues in most routine situations
  • Can work alone, without close supervision, although he or she may be part of a team

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