Citrix Courses & Certifications Online

Citrix and NetScaler offer online courses, training, and certifications that help individuals make complete use of these platforms. This will help minimize support calls, optimize system performance and enhance productivity. Their training teaches professionals to use advanced features and understand their purpose, allowing them to get the most value from your Citrix setup.

Also, both Citrix and NetScaler follow the same training and certification system. They offer a structured certification path, starting with the Associate level and progressing to the Professional and Expert levels. Certifications validate virtualization and app delivery skills, enhancing career prospects and potential salaries. 

Citrix offers both proctored and un-proctored certification exams through Pearson VUE. There are two types of proctored exams: Premium and Standard. Premium exams are for Professional or Expert level certifications and cost $300 USD. Standard exams are for Associate level certifications and cost $200 USD.

What is the relationship between NetScaler and Citrix?

Citrix acquired NetScaler in 2005 to improve the security and performance of its virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). NetScaler is a secure gateway, ensuring only authorized users access Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops from any device and location. It also helps businesses scale efficiently by balancing server loads and preventing downtime.

In 2022, Citrix merged with TIBCO Software and spun off Citrix ADC as NetScaler. Citrix Courses and Certifications

Types of Training Offered by Citrix and NetScaler

 

On-demand Training

Citrix and NetScaler have partnered with Pluralsight to offer eLearning courses. Customers who activate their account can access these courses for free with an active Citrix or NetScaler subscription. 

 

Self-Paced Training

Citrix and NetScaler have partnered with Layer 8 Training to offer lab modules for purchase. These virtual labs provide hands-on experience and are available worldwide for practical learning.

Instructor-led training

Citrix instructor-led courses are taught in-person at classrooms by Authorized Training Providers (ATPs). All Citrix Certified Instructors (CCIs) go through a thorough process to provide a top-quality learning experience. These courses are available for both virtualization and networking across the Citrix platform.

Virtualization courses: 

CVAD-201: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Administration (2402 LTSR) | Course Description

CWS-255: Citrix DaaS Deployment and Administration | Course Description

CWS-322: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Advanced | Course Description

CWS-415: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Architect Design Solutions

Networking courses offered:

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

CNS-227: Deploy and Manage NetScaler 13.x with Citrix Gateway | Course Description

CNS-225: Deploy and Manage NetScaler 13.x with Traffic Management | Course Description

CNS-226: Implement NetScaler 13.x with Citrix Gateway | Course Description

CNS-320: NetScaler 12.x Advanced Concepts - Security, Management and Optimization

Citrix Certifications

Citrix certifications validate IT professionals' skills in designing, implementing, and managing Citrix technologies. They cover Virtualization and App Delivery & Security, helping professionals prove their expertise. These certifications enhance career growth, improve job opportunities, and ensure businesses get skilled professionals to manage Citrix-based IT solutions efficiently.

Certification path

To become a certified expert in Virtualization or App Delivery and Security, you must follow a step-by-step path. Everyone starts with the Associate level, then moves to the Professional level, and finally reaches the Expert level by passing the required certifications.

Citrix Certified Associate (CCA)	Citrix Certified Professional (CCP)	Citrix Certified Expert (CCE)
Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA-V)	Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V)	Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V)
Citrix Certified Associate - App Delivery and Security (CCA-AppDS)	Citrix Certified Professional - App Delivery and Security (CCP-AppDS)

Below is the list of Citrix exams available for remote proctoring:

• 1Y0-204 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration (CCA-V)
• 1Y0-231 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13 with Citrix Gateway (CCA-AppDS)
• 1Y0-241 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC with Traffic Management (CCA-AppDS)
• 1Y0-312 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Advanced Administration (CCP-V)
• 1Y0-341 - Citrix ADC Advanced Topics – Security, Management and Optimization (CCP-AppDS)
• 1Y0-403 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Assessment, Design and Advanced Configurations (CCE-V)
• 1Y0-440 - Architecting a Citrix Networking Solution (CCE-AppDS)

Additional benefits included in the Citrix certifications are:

Remote Testing: Candidates can take exams from home or office online, enhancing convenience.

Digital Badges: Certified professionals receive digital badges to showcase their achievements on platforms like LinkedIn.

Certification Plaques: Physical plaques are available for display, adding a tangible recognition of accomplishments. But, plaques are available only for specific certifications; the list is as follows:

• Citrix Certified Expert – Virtualization
• Citrix Certified Professional – Virtualization
• Citrix Certified Associate – Virtualization
• Citrix Certified Expert - Application Delivery and Security
• Citrix Certified Professional – Application Delivery and Security
• Citrix Certified Associate – Application Delivery and Security