According to Cisco:
"The Cisco CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician) certification validates the skills required for entry-level network support positions, the starting point for many successful careers in networking. Candidates should have the knowledge and skill to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including basic network security. CCENT certification is the first step toward achieving CCNA, which covers medium size enterprise branch networks with more complex connections."
For CCNA you can give one composite Exam : 640-802 CCNA or two exam ICND1 and ICND2
as i explained in my blog New CCNA . If you want to get CCNA step by step and you are new to networking world you can start with CCENT which you will get if you pass ICND1 (640-822) exam. After which you can clear ICND2 and you will be CCNA. Choice is yours and Cisco has given you the options to think and decide.
For other information pls visit CCNA tutorials
Some good Tutorials
