Exam Overview

The 300-110 WLSD exam is Cisco’s professional-level concentration exam for wireless network design specialists.

• Exam Code: 300-110 WLSD
• Level: Professional concentration
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Passing Score: Not officially disclosed by Cisco (commonly estimated at ~825 out of 1000).
• Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed by Cisco.

Exam Structure

The 300-110 WLSD exam uses Cisco’s proctored certification-exam format to assess knowledge and applied judgment across wireless site surveys, wired and wireless infrastructure, mobility, and WLAN high availability.

• Question Types: Not officially disclosed by Cisco.
• Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed by Cisco.
• Hands-On or Performance-Based Items: Cisco does not officially disclose the item mix for this exam.

Exam Policies

Before completing WLSD exam registration, review Cisco and Pearson VUE rules for appointment changes, identification, testing, and retakes.

• Rescheduling: Online Proctored exams can be rescheduled up to 30 minutes before check-in. Test Center exams can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the scheduled appointment.
• Cancellation: Online Proctored exams can be cancelled up to 30 minutes before check-in. Test Center exams can be cancelled up to 48 hours before the scheduled appointment.
• Retake Policy: After failing the WLSD exam, wait five calendar days, beginning the day after the failed attempt, before retesting for the same exam.
• Retake Fee: Each new attempt requires the full WLSD exam fee unless an applicable Cisco offer or voucher explicitly covers another attempt.

Certification Validity and Renewal Options

Passing the 300-110 WLSD exam earns the Cisco Certified Specialist – Wireless Design credential, which follows Cisco’s standard certification lifecycle.

• Validity: The Cisco Certified Specialist – Wireless Design certification is active for three years from the date earned.
• Renewal Options: Recertify during the active period by completing an eligible Cisco exam path or earning 40 Continuing Education credits for a Specialist certification. Completing higher-level requirements may also renew active lower-level credentials under Cisco policy.

Exam Fee

• Base Fee: The 300-110 WLSD WLSD exam fee is USD 300 before applicable taxes.excluding applicable taxes. Candidates may also redeem eligible Cisco Learning Credits during scheduling.
• Taxes: Local VAT, GST, or similar charges may apply, so the final WLSD certification cost depends on the country and billing location.
• Example (India): Candidates in India are subject to 18% GST, bringing the total exam fee to USD 354 (USD 300 + USD 54 GST).

Prerequisites

Before attempting the 300-110 WLSD exam, candidates should consider the following preparation guidance:

• There are no formal prerequisites for the exam.
• General knowledge of wired and wireless networks is recommended.
• Practical routing, switching, RF, and enterprise WLAN design experience is strongly recommended.

Exam Topics

The official WLSD syllabus is organized into the following weighted domains:

• Wireless Site Survey – 25%: Gather requirements, evaluate constraints, analyze attenuation, and perform predictive, pre-deployment, post-deployment, and Layer 1 surveys.
• Wired and Wireless Infrastructure – 30%: Determine physical and logical requirements, design radio management, and plan data, voice, video, location, high-density, bridging, and mesh deployments.
• Mobility – 25%: Design mobility groups, optimize client roaming, validate mobility tunnels, and describe site tags.
• WLAN High Availability – 20%: Design controller and access-point resiliency using LAG, SSO, controller priority, redundancy, AP fallback, and Embedded Wireless Controller.
• Design Tools and Metrics – Apply Ekahau, Hamina, Chanalyzer, spectrum analysis, and key RF metrics to evidence-based wireless designs.
• Design Validation – Convert business, application, security, capacity, and availability requirements into a validated deployment design.

Intended Audience

The 300-110 WLSD exam is designed for experienced professionals working with enterprise wireless technologies, including:

• Wireless Design Engineers
• Wireless Engineers
• Network Engineers
• Consulting Systems Engineers
• Technical Solutions Architects
• Network Administrators
• Network Managers

Career Opportunities

Passing the 300-110 WLSD exam supports advancement into specialized wireless roles such as:

• Wireless Network Designer
• Wireless Design Engineer
• Senior Wireless Engineer
• Network Solutions Architect
• Wireless Consultant
• Enterprise Network Architect

Average Salary (Approximate)

Approximate wireless-engineering salary ranges vary by experience, employer, location, job role, and industry.

• United States: approximately $103,000–$168,000 USD per year
• India: approximately ₹4,47,000–₹11,90,000 INR per year
• United Kingdom: approximately £38,900–£61,500 GBP per year
• UAE: approximately AED 72,000–AED 156,000 per year

Exam Delivery Options

As part of WLSD exam registration, select an exam-delivery option offered for your location and appointment:

• Pearson VUE Test Center – Take the exam at an authorized Pearson VUE testing center.
• Online Proctored Exam (OnVUE) – Take the exam remotely under live online supervision where Cisco makes this delivery option available.
• Online Exam Rules: Use a compatible computer with a webcam, microphone, stable internet connection, and a private testing environment. A valid government-issued photo ID is required for identity verification.
• Test Center Rules: Arrive at least 15 minutes before the appointment and present acceptable identification. Personal belongings, phones, smart devices, notes, and other prohibited items must be stored as directed by test-center staff.

Exam Registration

Follow these steps to complete WLSD exam registration:

• Visit the official registration portal: Pearson VUE – Cisco https://www.pearsonvue.com/us/en/cisco.html
• Sign in with the Cisco account connected to your certification profile and select an available delivery method.
• Choose an available date, time, and test center or online appointment.
• Review the final WLSD exam fee, applicable taxes, appointment policies, and then confirm payment.

After Passing the Exam

After passing the 300-110 WLSD exam, use Cisco’s certification tracking system to verify the credential:

• Cisco reports the result as pass or fail, and the result is generally available online within 48 hours.
• Log in to Cisco CertMetrics to view your certification status: https://cp.certmetrics.com/cisco/en/login
• Open the Certifications section to access your credential details and available digital certificate.

Why the 300-110 WLSD Exam Is Worth It

• Earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Wireless Design credential
• Validate current, job-relevant expertise across wireless site surveys, wired and wireless infrastructure, mobility, and WLAN high availability
• Apply the exam toward the CCNP Wireless concentration exam
• Strengthen career credibility while making the WLSD certification cost a focused investment in advanced wireless skill