Practise online. Master the lab in Lelystad.
Instructor-led programs with fixed, all-in prices. Every program is wrapped in preparation before and online follow-up after, so the week on campus is the peak of your preparation — not an isolated event.
Five days at the CCIE Lab Campus in Lelystad. Maximum eight students, led by Gordon Mac Donald.
Registration closes 11 December 2026, so every student gets at least four weeks of preparation.
- On registrationIntake & coursewareIntake call with Gordon, NDA preparation courseware and online access.
- Weeks −6 to −1Preparation track10 required online scenarios to close knowledge gaps before you arrive.
- Week −1Pre-campus assessmentYour results shape the week's coaching focus.
- 11–15 JanuaryLab Intensive in LelystadGuided labs, troubleshooting, two full simulations.
- AfterReport & follow-upPerformance report + 20 personalised scenarios.
NDA Lab Intensive
From methodology to two full simulations, with individual remediation based on your own results. Entry level: Level 4 (Architect) or above.
Architecture & methodology
How to read, plan and budget a full lab. The ten-step method in practice.
Advanced routing & switching
Guided scenarios with coaching on design choices and verification.
Integrated troubleshooting
Multi-fault scenarios. Isolation, recovery and time discipline.
Full-length simulation
Eight hours, no assistance. Scored and reviewed in the evening debrief.
Second simulation & remediation
A new topology, then one-to-one remediation on your weakest areas.
Everything included — one fixed price
- Intake call with the lead instructor
- NDA preparation courseware (digital)
- Preparation track: 10 required online scenarios
- Pre-campus assessment
- 5 training days, own workstation, max. 8 students
- Two full 8-hour lab simulations with review
- Individual performance report
- 3 months of CCIE Lab Preparation online (worth €447)
- 20 personalised follow-up scenarios
- Lunch and coffee on training days
Why the price makes sense
A single CCIE lab attempt costs around US$1,900 in exam fees, before travel and time off work. The Intensive is designed to make that attempt count: realistic simulations, an expert watching how you work and a concrete plan for the gaps that remain.
Regular price from spring 2027: €3,450 excl. VAT. Employer invoicing available.
NDA Lab Residency
For candidates who want to put everything else on hold and prepare with total focus. Full-day lab work, daily one-to-one coaching, multiple simulations and remediation after each one.
- Everything in the Lab Intensive
- Daily one-to-one instructor coaching
- Architecture workshops and design defence
- Four full simulations with individual review
- Remediation plan after each simulation
- Optional evening lab access
- 6 months of CCIE Lab Preparation online
Shorter programs.
NDA Lab Simulation Day
An 8-hour simulation under realistic conditions, followed by a structured performance review. Ideal a few weeks before your lab date.
Architecture Workshop
Requirements analysis, design decisions and trade-offs. You design, explain, implement and defend.
Troubleshooting Intensive
Structured fault isolation across domains, from single faults to multi-fault integrated scenarios.
Which program fits you?
| Simulation Day | Lab Intensive | Lab Residency | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (excl. VAT) | €595 | €2,950 founding · €3,450 regular | €5,950 |
| Duration | 1 day | 5 days | 10 days |
| Entry level | Level 5+ | Level 4+ | Level 4+ |
| Group size | max. 10 | max. 8 | max. 4 |
| Full simulations | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Instructor coaching | Review only | Daily, group + 1:1 | Daily 1:1 |
| Preparation courseware | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online access included | — | 3 months | 6 months |
| Performance report | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ after each simulation |
All prices excl. 21% Dutch VAT unless a VAT exemption for education applies. Invoices can be addressed to your employer.
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- 02 · Cohort
- 03 · Requirements
- 04 · Travel
- 05 · Details
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Every physical program is personalised using your preparation results. Please confirm:
Not sure about your level? Take the 3-minute readiness check — or request anyway and we'll assess it in the intake.
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Your details
- Choose your program and cohort
- Gordon confirms your place personally
- Intake call — level check and goals
- Invoice & payment secure your seat
- Preparation track with courseware
- Train in Lelystad
- Performance report & online follow-up