Citrix Trainings

Citrix: application and desktop virtualization plus network delivery

Citrix is the historic vendor of enterprise application and desktop virtualization, as well as application delivery and security solutions (Citrix ADC, formerly NetScaler). In Geneva, Lausanne and across French-speaking Switzerland, private banks, international organisations, hospitals, cantonal administrations and large industrial enterprises rely on Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (formerly XenApp / XenDesktop) and Citrix DaaS for their remote work, business continuity and access security. Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway secure remote access and optimise application delivery.

ITTA offers the complete Citrix certification path. On the Virtual Apps and Desktops side, the catalogue covers Administration On-Premises and in Citrix Cloud, Assessment, Design and Advanced Configuration, as well as the advanced CWS-322 (Advanced Configuration and WEM Administration) and CWS-250 (Citrix DaaS Deployment and Administration) modules. On the Citrix ADC (NetScaler) side, our courses cover Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Traffic Management, Implement Citrix ADC 13.x with Citrix Gateway, Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Citrix Gateway and Citrix ADC 12.x Advanced Concepts (Security, Management and Optimization).

Our Citrix trainers are Citrix Certified Instructor engineers and consultants actively working on Citrix projects in production for Swiss and international companies. They master Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Citrix DaaS, Citrix Workspace, Citrix ADC, Citrix Gateway and Citrix Endpoint Management (formerly XenMobile) architectures. This field expertise feeds every training session and lets us illustrate each concept with lived production cases.

Whether you are a Citrix engineer, Virtual Apps and Desktops administrator, Citrix ADC engineer, VDI architect, desktop virtualization consultant or working on a Citrix DaaS cloud migration, our Citrix training in Geneva and Lausanne gives you the skills expected on production engagements in French-speaking Switzerland.

ITTA Citrix certification catalogue

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops: administration and architecture

The Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and in Citrix Cloud module is the natural entry for administrators in charge of Citrix farms. The Assessment, Design and Advanced Configuration module targets architects in charge of sizing, high availability, policies, provisioning (PVS / MCS) and master images. CWS-322 (Advanced Configuration and WEM Administration) deepens Workspace Environment Management, session optimisation and user personalisation.

Citrix DaaS and cloud migration

CWS-250 (Citrix DaaS Deployment and Administration) covers the managed cloud version of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops. The module addresses migration from on-premises Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops to Citrix DaaS, cloud administration, integration with Microsoft Azure and cloud hypervisors, and hybrid management. This skill is increasingly sought after in French-speaking Switzerland in the context of VDI migrations to the cloud.

Citrix ADC (NetScaler): Traffic Management and Gateway

On the Citrix ADC (NetScaler) side, the catalogue covers three complementary modules: Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Traffic Management (load balancing, GSLB, content switching), Implement Citrix ADC 13.x with Citrix Gateway (secure remote access, SSL VPN, SSO) and Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Citrix Gateway (Gateway integration into an existing infrastructure). These modules are essential for engineers in charge of application delivery and remote access.

Citrix ADC Advanced Concepts

Citrix ADC 12.x Advanced Concepts (Security, Management and Optimization) deepens Citrix ADC security (AppFirewall, Bot Management), centralised management (Citrix ADM) and optimisation (compression, caching). This module targets experienced Citrix ADC engineers wishing to strengthen their expertise on security and performance topics.

Building your Citrix path by profile

For a beginner Citrix administrator, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and in Citrix Cloud is the natural entry. For an architect or engineer in charge of design, Assessment, Design and Advanced Configuration is the logical next step. For profiles in charge of WEM or session optimisation, CWS-322 brings the key skills. For a cloud / migration profile, CWS-250 (Citrix DaaS) is the priority. For a network / application security engineer, Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Traffic Management is the entry, complemented by the Gateway modules. Our pedagogical team supports you in defining the path according to your role.

Featured courses in this catalogue

Here is a selection of reference courses in this catalogue, accessible directly:

• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and in Citrix Cloud
• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Assessment, Design and Advanced Configuration
• CWS-322: Advanced Configuration and WEM Administration
• CWS-250: Citrix DaaS Deployment and Administration
• Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Traffic Management
• Implement Citrix ADC 13.x with Citrix Gateway
• Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Citrix Gateway
• Citrix ADC 12.x Advanced Concepts – Security, Management and Optimization

Citrix and related skills

Citrix fits into a broader ecosystem. The virtualization domain also regroups VMware vSphere and Hyper-V, complementary to on-premises Citrix architectures. The systems and networking sub-domain is widely used for Citrix ADC engineers. Cloud computing training covers Azure, AWS and GCP, relevant for Citrix DaaS deployments and Citrix on Azure. The Microsoft Azure catalogue brings the Azure cloud skills indispensable for Citrix DaaS hosted on Azure. Audit and cybersecurity training complements remote access security.

Citrix trends in 2026

Citrix continues its transformation post-acquisition by Cloud Software Group. Citrix DaaS is gradually establishing itself as a widely used tool modality for new cloud VDI deployments, in progressive replacement of classic on-premises architectures. Citrix ADC (NetScaler) continues to evolve on application security (Bot Management, AppFirewall, API Security). Citrix DaaS integration with Microsoft Azure and Azure Virtual Desktop is becoming a structuring topic for architects in charge of VDI strategy. Citrix Workspace centralises unified access to SaaS, web and virtualized applications. Our pedagogical content regularly integrates these evolutions to stay aligned with current practice.

Citrix training in Geneva, Lausanne and online

All our Citrix courses are available on-site in our Geneva and Lausanne centres, as well as in interactive virtual classroom with a Citrix Certified instructor live. Our sessions are organised in 5-week cycles. Each session includes hands-on labs on real Citrix environments and access to official Citrix Education resources. Customised corporate training is also available at your premises, in Geneva, Lausanne, Vaud and across French-speaking Switzerland, with a programme adapted to your Citrix architecture.

Why choose ITTA as your training organisation partner

ITTA offers a training catalogue. Our Citrix trainers are Citrix Certified Instructor engineers and consultants actively working on Citrix projects in production for Swiss and international companies. The Citrix catalogue regroups our courses covering all the most demanded Virtual Apps and Desktops, DaaS and ADC certifications on the market. Our pedagogical team supports you in choosing the right path, preparing Citrix exams and identifying funding solutions that fit your professional situation.

Our pedagogical approach favours learning by doing, with labs inspired by the daily work of Swiss companies and individualised follow-up throughout the path. Each session combines training time, applied exercises and exchanges with the trainer, so every participant can progress at their own pace and leave with skills directly usable in their professional context.

Our courses target a wide range of audiences: Citrix engineers, Virtual Apps and Desktops administrators, Citrix ADC / NetScaler engineers, VDI architects, virtualization consultants, teams migrating to Citrix DaaS. Our pedagogical team adapts to the participants.

FAQ

Which Citrix course should I start with?

For a beginner Citrix administrator, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and in Citrix Cloud is the natural entry. For a Citrix ADC engineer, Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Traffic Management. Our pedagogical team guides you according to your role and current level.

What is the difference between Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops and Citrix DaaS?

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops refers to the classic on-premises offering (formerly XenApp / XenDesktop). Citrix DaaS refers to the managed cloud version (Citrix Cloud), with the control plane hosted by Citrix and the VDAs deployed on your premises or in a public cloud. CWS-250 specifically targets Citrix DaaS.

Do your Citrix courses include hands-on labs?

Yes, every session includes hands-on labs on real Citrix environments. The exercises are aligned with the competencies assessed by Citrix certification exams.

Are your Citrix courses available for companies?

Yes, the entire Citrix catalogue is available in-house, in Geneva, Lausanne and in virtual classroom, with a programme adapted to your Citrix architecture and deployment challenges. Our team builds the specifications with you and organises sessions according to your calendar.