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5G Standalone Training

Gain a comprehensive understanding of 5G Standalone technology with our range of on-demand and live training courses. Learn about the latest developments and use cases for 5G Standalone infrastructure, from network slicing to 5G voice. Our 5G Standalone courses are designed for telecoms professionals at all levels, and we provide everything from foundational overviews to in-depth and specialised training.

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Standalone 5G Training​ Courses

All of our 5G Standalone courses are delivered online, with between 3 to 12 months of access, so individuals and teams can learn at their own pace and schedule. Alternatively, all of our 5G SA courses can also be delivered as live sessions, either on-site or online in a virtual classroom. Every course also includes a downloadable reference document, a test of understanding and a certificate of completion, as well as access to NetX, our network visualisation tool.

Introduction to 5G
5G

Introduction to 5G

4 Hours
Beginner
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£145
5G System Engineering
5G

5G System Engineering

18 Hours
Intermediate
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£395
Analyzing 5G Signalling with Wireshark
5G

Analyzing 5G Signalling with Wireshark

4 Hours
Advanced
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£145
5G and Smart Cities
5G

5G and Smart Cities

3 Hours
Beginner
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£95
5G and XR (eXtended Reality)
5G

5G and XR (eXtended Reality)

3 Hours
Intermediate
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£95
5G Protocols
5G

5G Protocols

12 Hours
Advanced
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£345
5G and Transport Networks
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5G and Transport Networks

3 Hours
Intermediate
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£145
5G Use Cases
5G

5G Use Cases

3 Hours
Beginner
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£95
5G and Non Terrestrial Networks
5G

5G and Non Terrestrial Networks

3 Hours
Intermediate
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£95
Introduction to VoNR
5G

Introduction to VoNR

3 Hours
Beginner
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£95
5G KPI Basics
5G

5G KPI Basics

3 Hours
Intermediate
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£95
Delivering 5G Voice
5G

Delivering 5G Voice

12 Hours
Intermediate
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£295
Analyzing the 5G Core
5G

Analyzing the 5G Core

18 Hours
Advanced
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£395
Introduction to 5G and Cloud Computing
5G

Introduction to 5G and Cloud Computing

3 Hours
Beginner
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£95
5G Policy and Charging Control
5G

5G Policy and Charging Control

3 Hours
Advanced
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£145
5G Security
5G

5G Security

6 Hours
Intermediate
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£245
MEC and 5G Networks
5G

MEC and 5G Networks

4 Hours
Intermediate
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£145

All 5G SA training is included in our Unlimited Access Package

Our Unlimited Access Package includes full access to all our 5G SA courses, as well as our full catalogue of 6G, 5G, 4G, 3G and 2G courses, and related technology and multi-technology training courses. You’ll get access to over 100 high-quality, pre-recorded telecoms courses (excluding partner courses) and our monthly live open sessions.

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Licences from £995.00

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Importance of 5G Standalone training for telecoms professionals

Standalone 5G training helps telecoms professionals to:

  • Bridge the skills gap between legacy 4G systems and cloud-native 5G architecture.
  • Understand the 5G Core, including functions such as the AMF, SMF and UPF, and how they may be deployed using cloud-native, containerised or virtualised architectures.
  • Master advanced 5G SA technologies, such as network slicing, which can support differentiated services and performance requirements in sectors such as healthcare and manufacturing.
  • Learn to understand Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) and advanced Quality of Service (QoS) models to support low-latency applications, such as autonomous vehicles.
  • Stay ahead in the rapidly evolving telecommunications industry with a comprehensive understanding of cloud-native architecture.
  • 5G Standalone unlocks what 5G was always meant to deliver: network slicing, edge computing integration, and genuine ultra-reliable low latency, all running on a purpose-built 5G core. Whether you're planning migrations from Non-Standalone, evaluating core network vendors, or designing network slices for specific use cases, a solid grasp of how the 5G SA core and radio access network work together gives you the technical confidence to make informed decisions, independent of any single vendor's product line.
    Philip Nugent
    Head of Technology at Mpirical

Who is 5G Standalone training suitable for?

5G Standalone training is designed for telecoms professionals, network engineers and network architects, regardless of their experience and existing skill level.

Investing in 5G SA training for yourself or your team can be hugely beneficial to a wide range of roles, including:

  • RAN Engineers
  • Core Network Engineers
  • Network Architects
  • Field and Deployment Engineers
  • Enterprise IT & IoT Architects
  • Software and Protocol Developers
  • Radio Frequency (RF) Engineers
  • Network Planners
  • Technical Consultants
  • Telecoms Project Managers
  • Technical Sales Professionals
  • Product Managers

As well as anyone looking to build a strong understanding of 5G Standalone networks and their deployment.

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5G Standalone Training FAQs

What is included in our 5G Standalone courses?

If you purchase an on-demand 5G Standalone course, you will have access to the full set of videos associated with that course, as well as a test of understanding, a detailed reference document and a 5G Standalone certificate on completion.

You also benefit from automatic access to our ‘Ask the Trainer’ feature and get 1 month of access to our acclaimed network visualisation tool, NetX.*

*NetX is not included with the Mini Telecoms MBA course or partner training.

How long do I have access to 5G SA course content?

You will have immediate access to your chosen 5G SA course after purchase. Every course has a slightly different access period, typically between 3 and 12 months.

You can download the course reference document to keep indefinitely to help cement your 5G Standalone learning.

Can your 5G Standalone course be delivered live, either online or onsite?

Yes, all our 5G Standalone courses can be delivered live.

However, live training is typically reserved for teams and enterprises of 10 or more. If you’d like to learn more about arranging a live course at your location or online, please get in touch with our team at enquiries@mpirical.com or send us a message via our contact page.

What is 5G Standalone (5G SA)?

5G Standalone, commonly abbreviated to 5G SA, uses 5G New Radio connected directly to a 5G Core.

Unlike the most widely deployed form of 5G Non-Standalone, 5G SA does not require LTE and the 4G Evolved Packet Core to act as the access and core-network anchor. Instead, it uses a dedicated 5G Core based on a Service-Based Architecture, commonly implemented using virtualised or cloud-native technologies.

A 5G SA deployment may still share sites, transport networks, spectrum, operational systems and other infrastructure with existing 4G networks. It may also support mobility and interworking between the 5G System and the 4G Evolved Packet System.

Mobile network operators around the world are continuing to deploy and expand 5G Standalone networks.

What is the difference between 5G Standalone and 5G Non-Standalone?

The main difference between 5G Standalone and the most commonly deployed form of 5G Non-Standalone is how the radio access and core network are connected.

In a typical 5G NSA deployment, LTE provides the master radio and control-plane anchor, while the network continues to use the 4G Evolved Packet Core. 5G New Radio is added to provide additional radio capacity and performance.

In 5G SA, 5G New Radio connects directly to a dedicated 5G Core. This enables capabilities including native network slicing, more advanced service differentiation, improved support for edge deployments and potentially lower latency.

Actual performance depends on factors including spectrum, radio configuration, network loading, transport design, UPF location, QoS configuration and the location of application servers. As a result, 5G SA does not automatically provide higher peak speeds than 5G NSA in every deployment.

Why is 5G Standalone important for telecoms professionals?

5G Standalone (SA) removes reliance on legacy network infrastructures and opens up new opportunities and use cases for mobile network technologies. 5G SA allows:

  • Network Slicing - Network slicing allows a mobile network to provide multiple logical networks with capabilities and characteristics tailored to different services, customers or applications.
    • Slices may be designed to support different performance, security, availability or isolation requirements. However, performance is determined by the resources allocated to the slice, network configuration, orchestration, admission control and any associated service-level agreement.
  • Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communication (URLLC) - 5G SA can provide the architecture required to support services with stringent latency and reliability requirements:
    • The successful delivery of Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communications depends on the complete end-to-end system, including the device, radio access network, spectrum, transport network, 5G Core, edge or application platform and QoS configuration.
    • Potential applications include industrial control, robotics, remote expert assistance, cooperative transport services and other time-sensitive communications.
  • Massive IoT (mMTC) - 5G networks can support very high densities of connected devices for massive machine-type communication use cases.

What industries benefit most from 5G Standalone?

The rollout of 5G SA has the potential to fundamentally transform several major industries, including:

  • Manufacturing - 5G SA supports smart factory deployments through predictive maintenance, AI-powered quality control and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs).
  • Healthcare - 5G SA enables real-time remote care, remote surgery, advanced telemedicine and continuous patient monitoring, helping healthcare providers securely manage and utilise large volumes of patient data.
  • Logistics - 5G SA can revolutionise logistics and supply chains through connected fleet management, smart warehouses and IoT sensors to monitor shipments in real time.

What makes Mpirical different from other 5G Standalone training providers?

First established in 2002, Mpirical has over two decades of experience delivering high-quality telecoms training to professionals across the world.

We regularly create new course content covering the latest developments in 5G infrastructure, ensuring that we are always leading the way in telecommunications training. Learn more about our vision.