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Purchasing Process

Ordering Guide

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Already purchased Fortinet-delivered instructor-led training (in person or virtual)?
  • If you purchased through Fortinet Partners or Authorized Training Centers (ATCs), click here for information about how to request enrollment.
  • If you purchased with credit card at Fortinet Training Institute Schedule page, click here for information about how to access the course you are enrolled in.
Instructor-Led Training (in person or virtual)

See the Fortinet Training Institute Schedule page for a list of upcoming public training sessions. Click here for more information about navigating this page.  

Enrollment in Fortinet-delivered classes is purchased through:

  • A credit card transaction on the Fortinet Training Schedule page. Click here for detailed instructions.
  • Fortinet Partners: a network of highly qualified distributors and resellers that provide world-class products, services, and technical support to our customers. You can purchase Fortinet training products through our reseller partners. Training is delivered by Fortinet.
  • ATCs: a network of accredited training organizations, located in over 100 countries and territories around the world. ATCs deliver cybersecurity training in local languages using the Fortinet NSE certification curriculum developed by Fortinet. You can also purchase Fortinet training services through ATCs and request training delivery by Fortinet.

Enrollment in ATC-delivered sessions is purchased directly from the ATC. To learn more about purchasing ATC-delivered classes, on the Fortinet Training Schedule page, list sessions by ATC. When you find your preferred session, click Enroll.


Can't find a scheduled class that meets your needs?

Contact a Fortinet Partner. Depending on the request, Fortinet will add a public class to the schedule, or schedule a private class for you based on minimum attendance. You can also contact an ATC who can deliver the class.


Want a custom class that is not part of Fortinet's standard training offering?
Contact a Fortinet Partner. Your request will be scoped, developed, and delivered by Fortinet as a private class. For more information, see Custom Workshops.
 
 
On-Demand Labs Within Self-Paced Courses

You can purchase on-demand labs within self-paced courses in the following ways:

  • Through a Fortinet Partner or ATC. See Training SKUs and the Purchase Order (PO) Process.
  • Using a credit card within select self-paced courses. If lab time is available to purchase using a credit card, the course will include a Buy Now button for on-demand lab access. Click here for detailed instructions.

Click here to see on-demand lab availability within self-paced courses.

Certification Exams

NSE 4-7 certification

To obtain NSE 4-7 certification, you must pass the required exam(s). Register at a Pearson VUE test center or through the OnVUE online proctoring service. Alternatively, you can purchase an exam voucher to be redeemed at Pearson VUE, in the following ways:

  • Through a Fortinet Partner or ATC
  • Through Gilmore Global
  • Through a credit card transaction on the Fortinet Training Institute portal:
    • Go to the Exam Voucher Purchase page.

NSE 8 Certification

  • NSE 8 Recertification Exam:

Eligible candidates will be emailed registration instructions. You can pay the exam fees via credit card when scheduling it at Pearson VUE. Alternatively, you can purchase an exam voucher to be redeemed at Pearson VUE, in the following ways:

  • Through a Fortinet Partner or ATC
  • Through Gilmore Global
  • Through a credit card transaction on the Fortinet Training Institute portal:
    • Go to the Exam Voucher Purchase page.
  • NSE 8 Core/Elective Practical Onsite Exam:

Select your preferred session from the Schedule and proceed with the payment directly on that page. Or you can purchase an exam voucher through a Fortinet Partner or ATC.

  • NSE 8 Elective Practical Online Exam:

You can purchase an exam voucher in the following ways:

  • Through a Fortinet Partner or ATC
  • Through a credit card transaction on the Fortinet Training Institute portal:
    • Go to the Exam Voucher Purchase page.
Study Material

You can purchase the study guides and lab guides—in eBook or print format—through Gilmore Global.

Training SKUs and the Purchase Order (PO) Process

Public class SKUs allow you to purchase Fortinet-delivered instructor-led training (either in-person or virtual) advertised at Fortinet Training Institute Schedule page. These SKUs cover the lectures, labs, and study materials (study guide and lab guide) included in each course.

On-demand lab SKUs allow you to purchase on-demand labs associated with the self-paced courses advertised at Fortinet Training Institute Library page. At this time, not every training course includes on-demand labs.

Exam voucher SKUs allow you to purchase an exam voucher to book your certification exam at Pearson VUE.

NSE 1
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 1 in Cybersecurity Cybersecurity and Cloud Fundamentals N/A N/A N/A
 
NSE 2
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 2 in Cybersecurity Introduction to Next Generation Firewall N/A N/A N/A
 
NSE 3
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 3 in Cybersecurity FortiGate Operator N/A N/A N/A
 
NSE 4
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 4 FortiOS FortiOS Administrator
(formerly FortiGate Administrator)
FT-ILT-D04 (1) v7.6: FT-LAB-H20
v7.4: FT-LAB-H20
v7.2: FT-LAB-H15
NSE-EX-FTE2
 
NSE 5
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 5 - Secure Networking FortiSwitch Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H10 NSE-EX-FTE2
  SD-WAN Core Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-H10 NSE-EX-FTE2
  Secure Wireless LAN Administrator FT-ILT-D02 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 5 - SASE FortiSASE Core Administrator FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  SD-WAN Core Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-H10 NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 5 - Cloud Security FortiAppSec Administrator FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiADC Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H20 NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiWeb Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H15 NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 5 - Security Operations FortiAnalyzer Analyst FT-ILT-D02 v7.6: FT-LAB-H15
v7.4: FT-LAB-H10
NSE-EX-FTE2
 
NSE 6
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 6 - Secure Networking FortiAnalyzer Administrator FT-ILT-D01 FT-LAB-H05 N/A
  FortiManager Administrator FT-ILT-D02 v7.6: FT-LAB-H15
v7.4: FT-LAB-H10
v7.2: FT-LAB-H15
NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiNAC-F Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H10 NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 6 - SASE FortiClient EMS Administrator FT-ILT-D02 v7.4: FT-LAB-H10
v7.2: FT-LAB-D02
NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiDLP Administrator FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiEDR Administrator FT-ILT-D02 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 6 - Cloud Security FortiCNAPP Analyst FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiDDoS Administrator FT-ILT-D02 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiMail Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H20 NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiMail Workspace Security Administrator Architect FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 6 - Security Operations FortiDeceptor Administrator
(version 6.2 only)
FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiNDR Cloud Analyst FT-ILT-D02 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiSOAR Analyst FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H15 NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiSIEM Analyst FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H20 NSE-EX-FTE2
  FortiRecon Analyst FT-ILT-D01 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
 
NSE 7
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 7 - Secure Networking Enterprise Firewall Administrator FT-ILT-D03 v7.6: FT-LAB-H20
v7.4: FT-LAB-H20
v7.2: FT-LAB-H15
NSE-EX-FTE2
  SD-WAN Enterprise Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-H15 NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 7 - SASE FortiSASE Enterprise Administrator FT-ILT-D02 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
  SD-WAN Enterprise Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-H15 NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 7 - Cloud Security Public Cloud Security Architect FT-ILT-D03 N/A NSE-EX-FTE2
NSE 7 - Security Operations Security Operations Architect FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-D02 NSE-EX-FTE2
 
NSE 8
Certification Exam Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
NSE 8 Cybersecurity Expert NSE 8 Written Exam N/A N/A NSE-EX-FTE4
  NSE 8 Practical Exam N/A N/A NSE-EX-FTE8
 
Industry Certifications
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
MSSP Security Coming Soon N/A N/A N/A
OT Security OT Security Architect FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-D03 NSE-EX-FTE2
 
Other Training - Fortinet product training courses that are not included in the NSE Certification Program
Certification Course Instructor-led Training SKU On-Demand Lab SKU Exam Voucher SKU
Other Technical Training FortiSandbox Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-D02 N/A
  Network Security Support Engineer FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H20 N/A
  FortiAuthenticator Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-H15 N/A
  FortiDeceptor Administrator
(version 5.3 only)
FT-ILT-D01 FT-LAB-D01 N/A
 

FortiSOAR Administrator

FT-ILT-D02 v7.6: Not Provided
v7.3: FT-LAB-D02
N/A
  FortiNDR On-Premises Administrator FT-ILT-D01 FT-LAB-D01 N/A
  FortiPAM Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-H10 N/A
  FortiProxy Administrator FT-ILT-D02 FT-LAB-H10 N/A
  FortiSIEM Administrator FT-ILT-D03 FT-LAB-D02 N/A
  FortiSIEM Parser FT-CTM-D02 (2) N/A N/A
  FortiGate Chassis Administrator FT-CTM-D03 (2) N/A N/A
Powered by FortiGuard Labs Security Operations FT-CTM-D02 (2) N/A N/A
  Threat Hunting FT-CTM-D03 (2) N/A N/A
Custom Workshops FortiManager Operator FT-CTM-D01 (2) N/A N/A
  FortiVoice FT-CTM-D02 (2) N/A N/A
  FortiGate Telco FT-CTM-D04 (2) N/A N/A
  FortiGate, FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer FT-CTM-D05 (2) N/A N/A

(1) Delivered by ATCs only.
(2) Private training only. It may require scoping to identify training needs and define the tailored course agenda. SKUs may change based on final course agenda.

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