What to expect at Cisco Connect LatAm in Cancún: Learn with Cisco line-up and certification updates

# Overview Learn with Cisco will be on-site and streaming at Cisco Connect LatAm in Cancún, Mexico, September 28–30, 2026. The program targets IT professionals who need hands-on, current skills for AI-driven infrastructure, modern data centers, workplace evolution, and digital resilience.

# Where to find Learn with Cisco Visit Learn with Cisco in Expo Connect near the Purpose Pavilion. The team will be available to discuss career and learning goals, point you to training for specific roles or certifications, and demonstrate offerings such as Cisco Modeling Labs and Cisco U.

Key social events on the Learn with Cisco schedule include a Welcome Reception on Monday, 7–9 PM EST, and a Celebration on Thursday, 8 PM–2 AM EST in the Expo Showcase.

# Certification updates and exam offers

• CCNP Security: refreshed exams and training are available now, including updates to the core Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) exam and associated concentration options.

Discounts and on-site exam logistics

• Registered attendees who schedule an on-site exam by September 27 can save 75% on one written Cisco exam (passing the exam awards certification). After September 27, on-site registration can save 50%, subject to space availability.
• The 75%/50% offer excludes Cisco Expert-level practical exams (CCIE/CCDE labs).

• Attendees who scan their badge at Learn with Cisco receive a promo code to save 50% on Cisco Modeling Labs after the event. Remote attendees are eligible for 25% off.

# Cisco U. Theater and session highlights Cisco U. Theater hosts technical advocates presenting short, practical sessions. Sessions are live and will be available on the Learn with Cisco YouTube Channel.

Featured Cisco U. Theater sessions include:

• "AI Gone Rogue: How Attackers are Breaking LLMs" — Kyle Winters, Senior Technical Advocate (Tuesday, Sept 29, 11:30 AM–12:15 PM EST)
• "Real-Time Observability with Splunk | Making Splunk Your NMS" — Quinn Snyder, Technical Advocate (Wednesday, Sept 30, 10:30–11:15 AM EST)
• "MCP-Powered Network Guardians: Building Self-Healing Networks with Agentic AI" — Kareem Iskander, Principal Engineer (Wednesday, Sept 30, 11:30–12:15 PM EST)

Active Cisco certification holders can earn Continuing Education (CE) credits by scanning into eligible sessions.

# Breakout sessions to plan for Selected breakout sessions called out by Learn with Cisco:

• "Prepare for Success with Cisco Modeling Labs" — Joe Clarke, Distinguished Engineer (Tuesday, Sept 29, 10:30–11:30 AM EST)
• "AI Skills for Engineers Who Don't Want to Code (as Much)" — Hank Preston and Kareem Iskander (Tuesday, Sept 29, 3:00–4:00 PM EST)
• "Deep Dive into Enterprise Network Problem-Solving CCNP" — Patrick Gargano, Lead Content Advocate (Wednesday, Sept 30, 10:45 AM–12:15 PM EST)

# How to engage if you can't attend in person Cisco U. Theater sessions will be streamed live and made available on-demand on the Learn with Cisco YouTube Channel. Remote attendees also qualify for some discounts (for example, 25% off CML).

# Practical next steps

• If you plan to take an on-site exam and want the deepest discount, schedule it by September 27.
• Scan your Learn with Cisco badge on-site to receive the CML promo code after the event.
• Review the Cisco U. Theater schedule to identify sessions that align with your certification or continuing education goals.

See you at Cisco Connect LatAm or online for the sessions and certification opportunities.