Fortinet Certified Professional
RetiredIntermediateNetwork SecurityPaid
Retired 2026-07-15: Fortinet discontinued the named FCP certification and restored the numbered NSE 1-8 program; FCP maps to NSE 4-6. Validated hands-on ability to deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Fortinet security products across the Secure Networking, Security Operations, and SASE tracks.
What you'll prove
- Deploy and configure FortiGate next-generation firewalls in enterprise environments
- Implement security policies, NAT, and routing on FortiGate platforms
- Configure VPN solutions including IPsec and SSL-VPN
- Manage and troubleshoot FortiGate high availability configurations
- Monitor security events and generate reports using FortiAnalyzer
- Implement user authentication and identity-based policies
Frequently asked
How much does Fortinet FCP cost?
FCP requires two exams at $200 each for a total of $400 USD. Free training is available via the Fortinet Training Institute portal.
What replaced the Fortinet FCP, FCSS, and FCX?
Fortinet retired the named FCP, FCSS, and FCX certifications on 2026-07-15 and restored the numbered NSE 1-8 program. FCP maps to NSE 4-6, FCSS to NSE 6-7, and FCX to NSE 8. Existing holders keep their certification until it expires.