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| How can I tell if a class is authorized? |
| What do I need to know about the Fast Track class? |
| What new certifications can I expect from VMware? |
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| Certification Information |
| Are there any other certifications available from VMware? |
| Certification Requirements |
| Do I really need to attend the class to qualify for certification? Can't I just self study? |
| How do I update my demographic information for certification? |
| I already have a copy of Workstation. Can I get another product? |
| I received my certificate but my name is spelled incorrectly, how can I get this changed? |
| I received my kit but I did not receive a code to download Workstation. Where can I get one? |
| I've forgotten my VCP login information, can I get a new one? |
| It has been more then a month and I haven't received my certificate? What should I do? |
| What certifications are offered by VMware? |
| When can I expect my Certification Kit? |
| Where can I download the VCP logo? |
| Why doesn't my VCP status show on myTranscript? |
| Will the VCP on VI3 certification expire? |
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| Exam Information |
| How do I register for the VCP certification exam? |
| How many questions are on the exam? |
| What is covered on the VCP on VI3 Certification Exam |
| What is the allotted time for the exam? |
| What is the exam code for the VCP on VI3 exam? |
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| VCDX Certification |
| How can I prepare for the VCDX? |
| How do I register for the Enterprise-Level System Admin Exam and get started on this certification? |
| What are the steps to becoming a VCDX? |
| What is the audience for the VCDX? |
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| How can I tell if a class is authorized? |
| Recently VMware has been seeing a rise in grey market training. Classes that are not authorized by VMware do not meet the requirements for certification. Be sure any class you attend is listed on our website. Even partner led classes are listed on our schedule so if it's not there, it is unauthorized. |
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| What do I need to know about the Fast Track class? |
| The Fast Track class is a new class bein piloted by VMware in late May. It is a 5-day high intensity class that covers information from both Install and Configure and DSA classes. It DOES meet the requirements for certification. In fact, all students of the class will receive vouchers for the VCP test at the completion of the Fast Track class.
For more information on the class or to register for an offering please contact education@vmware.com |
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| What new certifications can I expect from VMware? |
| We are planning to launch a high level certification in early 2008. This certification will be aimmed at candidates with a technical architect level of knowledge in our products. This will be a multi teired certification and will require the VCP on VI3 certification.
Also in the works is a new lower level certification, one below the current VCP certification. This is still in the planning stages, so more information will follow. |
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| Are there any other certifications available from VMware? |
| At this time the VCP on VI 3 is the only available technical certification from VMware. We will be launching new certifications in 2008. If you are a current VCP and would be interested in being part of a beta launch of a new exam please contact us as certification@vmware.com. We will contact you if and when we need you. |
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| Certification Requirements |
| There are a number of paths to VCP on VI3 certification.
1.) If you are currently a VCP on 2, you must take the new VCP on VI3 certification exam. Your VCP on 2 certification will not expire but we encourage VCPs to stay up to date.
2.) All other candidates need to take either the VMware authorized VI3: Install and Configure, or if eligible the VI3: Deploy, Secure and Analyze course. We also offer the Fast Track class, a high intensity 5-day class that covers material from both the Install and Configure course and the DSA course. This class also meets the requirements for certification and a voucher for the exam is included in the class price. |
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View File for Additional Details (Prereqs VCP on VI3_Revised.ppt)
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| Do I really need to attend the class to qualify for certification? Can't I just self study? |
| The class is a requirement for certification. We do not make any exceptions to the requirement. |
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| How do I update my demographic information for certification? |
| Please send any updates to your demographic information to certification@vmware.com |
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| I already have a copy of Workstation. Can I get another product? |
| At this time we cannot offer any alternatives to the Workstation code. We are hoping to expand the types of certification "rewards" in 2008. |
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| I received my certificate but my name is spelled incorrectly, how can I get this changed? |
| Send an email to certification@vmware.com. Be sure to include the correct spelling of your name and your VCP number. There is no fee for a replacement certificate, but there may be a delay in resending it. |
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| I received my kit but I did not receive a code to download Workstation. Where can I get one? |
| Initially we were not sending out Workstation codes to VCP on VI3 candidates as many had already received one with their original VCP. However, demand is such that we are now sending them out upon request. If you did not receive a Workstation code and would like one please send an email to certification@vmware.com. Your email should be answered within 48 hours. |
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| I've forgotten my VCP login information, can I get a new one? |
| Your login information was included in your Certification welcome letter. If you cannot find this letter send and email to certification@vmware.com. Please be sure to include your VCP number. Your question should be answered in 48 hours. |
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| It has been more then a month and I haven't received my certificate? What should I do? |
| We ask that you allow 4-6 weeks for the certifcation to arrive. Most kits arrive earlier then that, though. If you do not recieve you kit please email certification@vmware.com and we will be happy to research what happened. We could have had trouble confirming your certification or we could have a bad address for you. We will work with you to get your certificate to you as quickly as possible. |
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| What certifications are offered by VMware? |
| VMware currently offers the VCP on VI3, which is used to recognize those professionals with expertise on VMware Virtual Infrastructure 3.
VMware previously offered the VCP exam for people using ESX Server 2.x and VirtualCenter.
VMware is in the process of developing higher level certifications. |
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| When can I expect my Certification Kit? |
| Your kit will arrive 4-6 weeks after you pass the test. If you do not receive your kit in this time send an email to certification@vmware.com. We may need more information from you to confirm your certification. |
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| Where can I download the VCP logo? |
| Download information will be provided to individuals who become certified with their Certification Kit. |
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| Why doesn't my VCP status show on myTranscript? |
| At this time certification status does not show on the education transcript. We are hoping to merge these systems in 2008. |
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| Will the VCP on VI3 certification expire? |
| No, There are no plans to have certifications expire at this time. This is subject to change and candidates will be provided notice to the email address they have on file with VMware.
VMware currrently retires certification exams but has not expired or decertified candidates as a result of product upgrade (s).
As new versions of product become generally available, new versions of the certification exam will be considered and communicated. |
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| How do I register for the VCP certification exam? |
| The VMware Certified Professional exam is administered by Pearson VUE, a third party authorized testing center. Pearson VUE has over 3500 authorized testing centers worldwide.
To register visit www.pearsonvue.com/vmware and select the VCP on VI3 certification exam. The exam code is VCP-310.
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| How many questions are on the exam? |
| There are 75 questions on the exam. You will have 90 minutes to complete them. A score of 70 or higher is considered passing. |
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| What is covered on the VCP on VI3 Certification Exam |
| The attached document is the blueprint outline of the VCP on VI3 certification exam. Please use this as a reference tool when preparing for the exam. |
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View File for Additional Details (VCP on VI3 Blueprint.pdf)
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| What is the allotted time for the exam? |
| Exam takers have 90 minutes to take the exam.
Individuals in countries where English is not the national language will automatically receive an additional 30 minutes to complete the exam. Please confirm this at the time of registration. |
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| What is the exam code for the VCP on VI3 exam? |
| The current VCP on VI3 exam code is VCP-310. |
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| How can I prepare for the VCDX? |
Certification strongly suggests you look at all available blueprints and data sheets for the Enterprise and Design exams. This is an extremely high level certification with a small target audience. No certifications will be issued for the individual exams, you must complete all steps before receiving the VCDX certification.
Courses are available to help prepare for the Enterprise Exam and the Design Exam. These courses are meant to provide foundations in the objective areas tested on the exams and are not meant to be the only source of preparation. The following courses are available:
VMware Infrastructure 3: Deploy, Secure and Analyze v3.5
VMware Infrastructure 3: Fast Track v3.5 (combines content from both VI3: Install and Configure and VI3: DSA)
VMware Infrastructure 3: Design Patterns (Release Date to be Announced)
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| How do I register for the Enterprise-Level System Admin Exam and get started on this certification? |
The first step is to determine if you are a good candidate for the VCDX certification. Please fill out this Skill Review to see if you can meet the requirements: :Skills Review
Once you have completed this review we will contact you with questions or a link to the Enterprise Exam registration. |
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| What are the steps to becoming a VCDX? |
Be a VCP on VI 3.
Take the Enterprise-Level System Admin Exam (Available May 18th)
Take the Design Exam (Available Late May)
Submit and defend a successful VMware Infrastructure design plan.
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| What is the audience for the VCDX? |
| The VCDX is an advanced certification developed for those with design architect level knowledge of VMware Enterprise deployments. |
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