Non-practising MCSE’s are efficient ?

Microsoft and Cisco had started certifications like MCSE and CCNA that was meant for giving recognition to practising professionals. Now-a-days it is seen that people from all fields irrespective of age,qualifications are clearing exams like MCSE and CCNA. In fact, one child of 9 years, from India has cleared the MCSE exam. Will such an MCSE be accepted in the industry ? Will such an MCSE have practical knowledge to perform networking duties ? What is the scope of such non-practising MCSE’s andCCNA’s?