Citrix training and certifications

Get the most from the Citrix platform by leveraging Citrix and NetScaler on-demand training, self-paced labs, instructor-led training, and certifications.

Discover the power of training

Unlock the full potential of your Citrix and NetScaler solutions with our expert training. By becoming self-sufficient, you'll reduce support calls, enhance system performance, and boost productivity. Our training shows you how to use advanced features and explains the "why" behind them, ensuring you get the best ROI from your Citrix environment.

Note: Citrix and NetScaler share the same training and certification system. Check out the options below on how you can get more from both Citrix and NetScaler.

Learn at your pace with on-demand training

Citrix and NetScaler are excited to announce our partnership with Pluralsight to host all Citrix and NetScaler eLearning courses! We’re committed to your professional development, so customers who activate their account will have access to available eLearning courses.

Experience the freedom of Pluralsight, where on-demand content is available at no additional cost with your active Citrix or NetScaler subscription.

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On-demand: Experience the freedom of Pluralsight, where on-demand content is now free.

Existing users start here.

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Grow your skills with self-paced online labs

In partnership with Layer 8 Training, Citrix and NetScaler lab modules are now available for purchase. Gain practical experience in virtual Citrix and NetScaler practice environments available worldwide.

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Self-Paced Labs: Choose from a library of Lab exercises to reinforce your Pluralsight Learning and get job-ready.

View the lab module library.

Gain expert insights with instructor-led training

The Citrix instructor-led courses are delivered in an on-site classroom from an Authorized Training Provider (ATP). All Citrix Certified Instructors (CCI) undergo a strict process to ensure a world-class learner experience. Instructor-led courses are available across the Citrix platform for both virtualization and networking.

Virtualization courses offered: 

  • CVAD-201: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Administration (2402 LTSR) | Course description
  • CWS-255: Citrix DaaS Deployment and Administration | Course description
  • CVAD-301: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Advanced Administration (2402 LTSR) | Course description
  • CWS-415: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Architect Design Solutions | Course description

Networking courses offered:

Note: In the course descriptions, you may see NetScaler referred to by its former name Citrix ADC as well as Citrix App Delivery and Security and Citrix Application Delivery Management.

Enroll today!

Select your location below to find your closest Authorized Training Provider (ATP). Contact the learning center for class schedules and to book your training.

Advance your career with Citrix Certifications

It's personally satisfying to master powerful technology. In pay, promotion, and prestige, it can be rewarding to demonstrate mastery with Citrix certifications.

Certifications validate your Citrix knowledge, skills, and expertise to your peers, manager, and the industry. They give you a valuable benchmark when comparing your qualifications with others’ during a job search or a performance evaluation.

Earning certifications can also help you command a higher salary than the market average and qualify for new opportunities and responsibilities.

Certification path

Below are the paths to becoming a certified expert in virtualization and/or app delivery and security. All individuals must start with the Associate level certification to advance to the Professional and Expert levels.

Citrix Certified Associate (CCA)

Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA-V)

Citrix Certified Associate - App Delivery and Security (CCA-AppDS)

Citrix Certified Professional (CCP)

Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V)

Citrix Certified Professional - App Delivery and Security (CCP-AppDS)

Citrix Certified Expert (CCE)

Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V)

Take your Citrix exams

Below are the Citrix Certification exam options with respective preparation guides and application links to register for an exam.

1Y0-204 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration

Certification: CCA-V
Exam Preparation Guide: EN | JA
Course Number- CVAD-201

1Y0-231 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13 with Citrix Gateway

Certification: CCA-AppDS
Exam Preparation Guide: EN | JA
Course Number- CNS-227

1Y0-241 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC with Traffic Management

Certification: CCA-AppDS
Exam Preparation Guide: EN | JA
Course Number- CNS-225

1Y0-312 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Advanced Administration

Certification: CCP-V
Exam Preparation Guide: EN | JA
Course Number- CWS-3xx

1Y0-341 - Citrix ADC Advanced Topics – Security, Management, and Optimization

Certification: CCP-AppDS
Exam Preparation Guide: EN | JA
Course Number- CNS-320

1Y0-403 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Assessment, Design, and Advanced Configurations

Certification: CCE-V
Exam Preparation Guide: EN | JA
Course Number- CWS-415

Visit the Citrix Voucher Store to purchase exam vouchers.

For more information, review the certification process and exam policies.