Graded Labs

The Graded Labs provides a virtual lab environment that closely mirrors actual scenarios and modular lab exam featured in a real practical exam environment.

The CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Graded Lab consists of two lab modules that only allow one attempt (launch) per module:

• Design (DES) module – three hours
• Deploy, Operate, Optimize (DOO) module – five hours

The CCDE Graded Lab consists of four lab modules that allow only one attempt (launch) per module:

• Module 1: Core Enterprise Technologies – two hours
• Module 2: Core Enterprise Technologies – two hours
• Module 3: AI Infrastructure – two hours
• Module 4: Large Scale Networks – two hours

Note: When completing a lab module, users have the option to extend their lab time by half of the initially allotted time. For the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Graded Lab, this means the DES module can be extended by 1.5 hours for a total of 4.5 hours, and the DOO module can be extended by 2.5 hours for a total of 7.5 hours.

For the CCDE Graded Lab, each module can be extended by one hour.

However, once you start a module, you must complete it in a single session—progress cannot be saved.

Only the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure and the CCDE Graded Labs are currently available.

More Graded Labs will be offered soon.

• Graded Labs provide a full 8-hour exam simulation with automated scoring and comprehensive feedback, including question breakdowns and domain scores. Purchase once for $1,000 (or 10 CLCs) and access anytime within 90 days—perfect for your final readiness check before the real exam. Available for purchase in Cisco U. Store.
• Practice Labs offer 4-hour hands-on sessions with actual equipment at $50 per lab. There's no formal grading since they're designed for self-directed practice, and you can book as many sessions as you need. Use Practice Labs to build your skills, then validate your readiness with a Graded Lab. Available for purchase in the CCIE Lab Scheduler Portal.
• Currently there are no CCDE Practice Labs available.

Access Graded Labs through your Cisco U. account. After purchasing, navigate to My Account or the Product Overview Page in Cisco U. to locate and launch your lab modules. The lab will open automatically in a new browser window on the Skillable platform.

The cost is US$1000 or 10 Cisco Learning Credits (CLCs) per license, plus applicable taxes.

The scenarios presented in each lab are very similar to what you would experience in the actual lab exam.

You have only one attempt (launch) per module and must complete each module in a single session.

The Graded Lab offer includes multiple lab modules. You may complete each module in a separate session.

All modules must be completed within 90 days of the purchase date.

The following resources are provided in your delivery email and on the product overview page in Cisco U.:

• Access details on the lab connectivity requirements at Skillable Connectivity Requirements.
• Before starting your lab, we strongly recommend completing the Skillable Lab Orientation (15-minute tutorial).

This Graded Lab consists of two modules totaling eight hours:

1. Design (DES) module: 3 hours
2. Deploy, Operate, Optimize (DOO) module: 5 hours

The DES module can be extended by 1.5 additional hours if needed. The DOO module can be extended for 2.5 hours. However, once you start a module, you must complete it in a single session—progress cannot be saved.

You may complete the first module in one session and the second module at a later time. Both modules must be finished within 90 days of the purchase date.

This Graded Lab consists of four modules. The total time to complete is eight hours, but each module can also be extended by one hour.

1. Core Enterprise Technologies: 2 hours
2. Core Enterprise Technologies: 2 hours
3. AI Infrastructure: 2 hours
4. Large Scale Networks: 2 hours

Once you start a module, you must complete it in a single session—progress cannot be saved.

You may complete each module at a different time, but the four modules must be finished within 90 days of the purchase date.

After completing the Graded Lab session, you can immediately export and print your score report from the Skillable platform. A copy will also be emailed to your Cisco U. email address from Skillable.

Important: You cannot access score reports within the Cisco U. platform after your initial viewing, so be sure to export or save your report before closing the lab session.

Yes, you can purchase multiple Graded Lab licenses. At checkout, you must specify the quantity you wish to purchase and provide a unique learner email address for each entitlement assignment.

Lab progress cannot be saved. If you close or exit your lab session before completing the module, you will lose your progress.

Ensure you have dedicated, uninterrupted time before starting each module. You cannot pause the session once it starts.

Any candidate that has taken and passed the expert-level written core exam.

Visit Graded Labs on Cisco U. to purchase. You will have 90 days from purchase date to launch the lab.

For information on the payment policy, view the Cisco U. FAQ page.

Cisco U. Order Invoices are accessed through your Cisco U. account. After purchasing, navigate to My Account and My Orders. The link to access your invoice is located next to the order line item.  

For Cisco U. purchase, account, or billing questions, contact Cisco U. Order Support .

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For technical lab support during your session, contact Skillable support (resources provided in your delivery email).

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Ten (10) Cisco Learning Credits (CLCs) can be redeemed to purchase Graded Lab.

You can purchase a Graded Lab at any time, and you will have 90 days from purchase date to launch the lab.

You must launch the Graded Lab 90 days from the purchase date. Beyond 90 days, the launch access is permanently disabled. No extensions beyond the 90-day period will be granted.

For information on the cancellation and refund policy, view the Cisco U. Ecommerce FAQ page.

No scheduling is needed. Once purchased, you have 90 days to launch your lab at any time that's convenient for you. However, once you launch a module, you must complete it in a single session—you cannot pause or reschedule that specific session.