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CWNP · Wireless · Associate

Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) exam guide

Exam CWNA-110

CWNA is the vendor-neutral foundation of enterprise Wi-Fi, validating RF behavior, antennas, 802.11 standards, WLAN hardware, security basics, site surveys and troubleshooting. CWNA-110 was released in September 2026 and is the prerequisite for CWNP's professional certifications.

Questions60
Time limit90 minutes
Passing score70% (80% for CWNP instructors)
Exam fee$275 USD
Valid for3 years
DeliveryCWNP remote proctored exam

Format: Multiple choice and multiple answer. Fee note: CWNA-109 remains available until 31 Dec 2026.

Who it's for

Network engineers and technicians who deploy or support Wi-Fi from any vendor.

What the exam covers

Radio Frequency (RF) Technologies—
Antenna Concepts—
Wireless LAN Hardware and Software—
Network Design, Installation and Management—
802.11 Standards and Architecture—
Wireless LAN Network Security—
Troubleshooting and Site Surveys—

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Eligibility & prerequisites

Required: None

Recommended: Hands-on enterprise Wi-Fi work; CWNP recommends its official study guide and objectives.

Keeping it active

Valid 3 years. Renew by passing a professional exam (CWSP, CWDP or CWAP) before expiry, or by retaking the current CWNA.

Skills & careers

Skills it validates

  • RF math (dBm, mW, EIRP, SNR)
  • Antenna selection and placement
  • 802.11 PHYs including Wi-Fi 6/6E/7
  • Channel planning and site surveys
  • WLAN security basics (WPA3, 802.1X)
  • Client troubleshooting

Job roles

Wireless Network EngineerNetwork AdministratorWi-Fi Field EngineerNetwork Support EngineerWireless Site Survey Engineer

Where it fits in your path

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Build my study plan

  1. Week 1-2: RF fundamentals and math, antennas and RF behaviors.
  2. Week 3: 802.11 standards, PHYs and MAC basics, including Wi-Fi 6E/7.
  3. Week 4: WLAN architectures and hardware; vendor-neutral controller and cloud models.
  4. Week 5: Security, design and site survey methods.
  5. Week 6: Troubleshooting and practice tests against the CWNA-110 objectives.

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Exam-day tips

  • Memorize the rules of 10s and 3s for quick dB math.
  • Know channel widths and non-overlapping channels per band.
  • Understand roaming and why clients, not APs, decide when to roam.
  • Study the CWNA-110 objectives, not old 109 material; CWNA-109 is only available until 31 Dec 2026.

Key terms for this exam

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Frequently asked questions

How much is CWNA?

$274.99 USD.

CWNA-109 or CWNA-110?

CWNA-110 is current (Sept 2026); CWNA-109 can be taken until 31 December 2026.

How long is CWNA valid?

3 years.

What is the passing score?

70%.

Is CWNA worth it?

Yes; it is the most respected vendor-neutral Wi-Fi credential and required for CWSP, CWDP and CWAP.

Official page: www.cwnp.com. Reviewed November 2026. Vendors change fees and objectives, so confirm with the vendor before you book. Spot something out of date? Tell us.