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Fortinet Cybersecurity Certification Program
The Fortinet vision is to deliver broad, truly integrated, high-performance security across the IT infrastructure. Fortinet provides top-rated network and content security, as well as secure access products that share intelligence and work together to form a cooperative fabric.
The Fortinet Cybersecurity Certification Program is a five-level training and certification program that is designed for technical professionals who are interested in independent validation of their network security skills and experience.
Each certification level of the Certification Program aims to assess specific levels of cybersecurity security expertise, from foundation to architect. Visit the program portal to learn more about certification designations and requirements.
FCF and FCA training and testing is available from the Fortinet Training Institute.
FCP, FCSS, and FCX written exams are available through Pearson VUE test centers and OnVUE. Visit the NSE certification pages for certification and exam information, notices, and announcements.
Fortinet has partnered with Credly to provide digital versions for all exam and certification badges. Learn more about digital badges.
Fortinet offers online, self-study, and instructor-led training. Advance your network security knowledge and skills with official Fortinet Training Institute resources and Fortinet documentation.
NSE training is also available worldwide through a network of Authorized Training Centers. Only Fortinet training partners provide the same level of instruction and course materials that are provided by Fortinet trainers.
The Fortinet Academy Partner Program enables educational institutions to facilitate Fortinet’s industry-recognized certification curriculum, which prepares students or participants for a career in cybersecurity.
Test center exam appointments can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment through your Pearson VUE account. To cancel an OnVUE proctored exam, access your online Pearson VUE account to cancel as soon as possible before your appointment time. Refer to your appointment notification emails.
Candidates must wait 15 days between unsuccessful exam attempts.
For assistance, please contact Pearson VUE Customer service.
You must agree to the Non-Disclosure and Candidate Agreement (PDF) at the beginning of your exam. If you do not accept the agreement within the given time, your exam will end, and you will forfeit your exam fees. Be sure to review the agreement in advance so that you are familiar with it before you take your exam.
If you have more questions about the Fortinet NSE Training and Certification Program, please contact us by visiting the Fortinet Training Institute Helpdesk page.
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Last updated 2025-06-17