Training Active Directory - Optimize Your Windows Domains

Specialist course · Minimum level required

$1,575

  • 1 day
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: ZTQ209
10 people max.
$1,575
In-company rate: from $2,993 for the whole teamExpertise rate: $1,575 per day, reflecting the difficulty levelAWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure: from $158 / day extra
On-site and certification exam on quote
1 day
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Companies that neglect advanced Active Directory administration expose their systems to critical vulnerabilities.

  • According to recent studies, 60 % of internal security incidents stem from poor domain management.

  • This situation causes average financial losses of 120 000 euros per incident and slows team productivity.

  • Administrators without these skills see their career progression blocked against certified competitors.

  • It is time to act to secure your infrastructure and strengthen your teams.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Active Directory training objectives

  • Master advanced Active Directory design for complex professional environments
  • Configure trusts and forests to secure the company's infrastructure
  • Optimize Group Policies for centralized workstation management
  • Implement administration delegation as part of certification training
  • Deploy monitoring tools to anticipate incidents
  • Integrate LDAP with other services for seamless synchronization

Program

Active Directory curriculum: 1 module over 1 day

Module 1 : Theme: Advanced Active Directory Administration (PowerShell, GPO, audits)

The participants explore multi-forest and multi-domain architectures through concrete business cases. They use PowerShell to automate object creation, apply advanced GPOs for workstation control, and perform security audits with integrated tools. Practical exercises on virtual servers allow testing delegation and conflict resolution. At the end of the day, each learner leaves with a personalized optimization plan for their infrastructure.

How Active Directory skills are assessed

  • Knowledge validation quiz
  • Practical scenario on server
  • Self-assessment of skills

How the Active Directory course is taught

  • Guided exercises on real infrastructure
  • Concrete business use cases
  • Complete course materials provided
  • Access to a post-training resource platform

Active Directory training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Active Directory - Optimize Your Windows Domains program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Active Directory - Optimize Your Windows Domains program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Active Directory - Optimize Your Windows Domains program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Active Directory training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Active Directory: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Active Directory training?+
Hands-on work runs on powerShell, GPO and audits. Those tools come from the Active Directory program itself, delivered on site over 1 day, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Active Directory training?+
They can master advanced Active Directory design for complex professional environments, configure trusts and forests to secure the company's infrastructure and optimize Group Policies for centralized workstation management. Those are the stated objectives of the Active Directory program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
How is Active Directory training assessed?+
Assessment relies on knowledge validation quiz, practical scenario on server and self-assessment of skills. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Active Directory program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Active Directory training cost per participant?+
Active Directory training costs $1,575 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $2,993 for the whole group, up to 8 people. AWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure is extra, from $158 per day. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Active Directory training take?+
1 day, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Active Directory training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Active Directory training?+
Experience in Windows Server administration, knowledge of TCP/IP networks and LDAP directory basics.
Is a certificate issued after Active Directory training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Active Directory training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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