Project 525 · CCIE Mentoring Program

Unlock your CCIE with EnterOne.

A 12-month, expert-led mentoring program developed in collaboration with NIL Africa and Cisco to prepare IT professionals for the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) lab exam. Cisco's highest level of certification.

Delivered by Trainocate in APJC
27%

First-time CCIE pass rate, significantly above the industry average of 10–20%.

Pricing
145 CLCs
or $14,500.00 per track
IT professional studying for CCIE
Delivered by Trainocate in APJC and EnterOne in the Americas

A structured, supportive path to

Project 525 is a comprehensive, 12-month mentoring program developed with NIL and Cisco to prepare IT professionals for the CCIE lab exam across networking, security, service provider technologies, and data center management.

Achieving CCIE certification is a globally recognized milestone that demonstrates your ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures. It positions you among the most elite and in-demand professionals in the IT industry.

Cisco Learning Credits accepted
Cisco Certified CCIE Project 525
Project 525 · A Cisco Certified CCIE mentoring program
Participants gain access to

Project 525 offers a structured and supportive path,

Flexible Self-Study

Learn at your own pace while managing work and personal commitments, with structure that keeps you moving forward.

Career Advancement

Open doors to top-tier roles, increase your marketability, and unlock higher earning potential in enterprise networking.

Intensive Bootcamps

Deepen your expertise through immersive, high-impact training sessions focused squarely on exam readiness.

Global Recognition

Earn one of the most respected IT certifications in the world and join an elite global community of CCIE-certified professionals.

Hands-On Technical Labs

Strengthen your real-world skills with practical lab exercises that simulate complex networking scenarios.

Well-Structured Program

A clearly defined 12-month plan to help you stay on track and make consistent progress toward CCIE certification.

Expert Mentorship

Engage in weekly group coaching sessions led by CCIE-certified mentors who provide insights, support, and accountability.

Internationally Accredited

Recognized by Cisco Learning Certification, with internationally acclaimed mentors and instructors guiding you the whole way.

Program roadmap

Your 12-month journey to

EnterOne's expert facilitation ensures IT professionals receive the structure, support, and technical depth needed to succeed on their CCIE certification journey.

CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
Prerequisite
Valid (Written) Cisco ENCOR Certification | 5 - 7 Years Experience in Enterprise Infrastructure Technologies/Implementations
Course
ENARSI
BGP
MPLS
MCAST
ENSDWI
CCFND
CSAU
ENAUTO
Exam
Recap + Bootcamp
Graded Lab
Lab Exam
NIL LMS & Reporting
Monthly
Mentored Hours
04
04
04
04
04
04
04
04
04
04
04
04
Months
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
Phase 1
Phase 2
P3
*Concentration Exam course
Core / required course
Graded lab / phase milestone
Investment — all three tracks
145 Cisco Learning Credits or $14,500.00
Cisco Learning Credits (CLCs) accepted for CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, Security, and Data Center tracks.
Redeem CLCs
Program inclusions

What's

Cisco Learning Credits Accepted

Use your Cisco Learning Credits (CLCs) to cover program cost.

Progress Reports

Exam Progress Reports include a Pre-assessment exam to establish competency levels.

Internationally Acclaimed Mentors

Get personalized support from experienced mentors and instructors throughout the certification process.

Internationally Accredited

Recognized by Cisco Learning Certification. A globally respected credential.

The impact

Why earn your

Industry Recognition

Gain a prestigious credential recognized globally, validating your expertise in enterprise networking.

Future-Proof Your Career

Develop the skills and confidence to tackle the most demanding networking issues and deliver impactful solutions.

Expand Your Career Horizons

Open doors to a wider range of high-demand roles and career paths with a guaranteed increase in salary.

Project 525 graduates

Real stories from

Hear directly from Project 525 alumni about how the program accelerated their CCIE journey and reshaped their careers.

Free info session

Join our upcoming FREE info session for the

Meet the mentors, walk through the 12-month journey, and get every question answered before you apply. Reserve your seat for the live session on July 23, 2026.

Next session
July 23, 2026
Available timezones
Pacific (Los Angeles)
PDT · GMT -7
10:00 AM
Mountain (Denver)
MDT · GMT -6
11:00 AM
Central (Chicago / Mexico City)
CDT · GMT -5
12:00 PM
Eastern (New York / Toronto)
EDT · GMT -4
1:00 PM
Atlantic (Halifax)
ADT · GMT -3
2:00 PM
Brasília
BRT · GMT -3
2:00 PM
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The path to CCIE is challenging.

Cisco Learning Credits accepted

Get in touch to learn how Project 525 can accelerate your learning journey and help you achieve the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure certification.