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Certification Description Apple offers three Mac OS X certifications designed for system administrators, technical coordinators, and support professionals responsible for planning, supporting, and integrating Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server solutions in a multi-platform environment.
Certifying Organization
Apple Computer, Inc.
https://www.apple.com/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Apple Certified Associate - Mac Integration 10.10
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Certification Description Apple offers three Mac OS X certifications designed for system administrators, technical coordinators, and support professionals responsible for planning, supporting, and integrating Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server solutions in a multi-platform environment.
Certifying Organization
Apple Computer, Inc.
https://www.apple.com/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Apple Certified Support Professional 10.10
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Certification Description The Associate in Information Technology designation program provides you with the foundation you need to develop a holistic view of insurance industry functions and processes to increase the value of IT contributions. By completing this program you'll be able to meet business challenges through strategic alignment of the IT function, collaboration and integration, project management, and outsourcing.
Certifying Organization
The Institutes
http://www.theinstitutes.org/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Associate in Information Technology
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Certification Description The CCA for Citrix NetScaler 10 certifies the knowledge and skills needed to install, administer, and operate Citrix NetScaler 10 implementations in an enterprise environment. This certification is attained by passing Exam A28 Implementing NetScaler 10 for Networking and Traffic Optimization.
Certifying Organization
Citrix Systems Incorporated
https://www.citrix.com/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
CCA for Citrix NetScaler 10
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Certification Description The CCA for Citrix XenServer 6 certification is designed to validate the ability to effectively install, configure, administer, troubleshoot, and maintain XenServer 6.0 Enterprise edition and Provisioning Services 6.0 in an enterprise environment.
Certifying Organization
Citrix Systems Incorporated
https://www.citrix.com/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
CCA for Citrix XenServer 6
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Certification Description Cisco CCIE Routing and Switching certifies expert-level knowledge of networking across various LAN and WAN interfaces, and a variety of routers and switches.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
CCIE Routing & Switching
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Certification Description Cisco CCIE Service Provider Certifies expert-level knowledge and skill for building an extensible Service Provider infrastructure to deliver rich managed services.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
CCIE Service Provider
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Certification Description Cisco Certified Network Associate - Service Provider (CCNA SP) focuses on the latest in Service Provider industry core networking technologies and trends, and validates the ability to configure and implement baseline Cisco Service Provider Next-Generation networks.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
CCNA Service Provider
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Certification Description The CCNP Service Provider certification validates the knowledge and skills network professionals are required to have in order to deliver a scalable carrier-grade infrastructure capable of rapid expansion to support ongoing introduction of new managed services and other customer requirements.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
CCNP Service Provider
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Certification Description The CCT Data Center certification focuses on the skills required for onsite support and maintenance of Cisco Unified Computing Systems and servers. Technicians in this area must be able to identify Cisco Unified Computing System components and servers, accessories, cabling and interfaces; understand the Cisco UCS and NX-OS operating modes and identify commonly-found software; and be able to use the Cisco Graphical User Interface to connect and service product components.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
CCT Data Center
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Certification Description Cisco CCT TelePresence certification focuses on the skills required for onsite support and maintenance of Cisco TelePresence Systems. Technicians in this area must be able to identify Cisco TelePresence models, accessories, cabling, and interfaces; understand the Cisco TelePresence operating modes and identify commonly found software; and be able to use the Cisco Command Line Interface (CLI) to connect and service products and make basic Cisco TelePresence system adjustments.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
CCT TelePresence
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Certifying Organization
Institute for the Certification of Computing Professionals
http://iccp.org/index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Certified IT Consultant
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Certification Description Certified Network Computer Technicians are expected to obtain knowledge of computer electronics basic concepts, Internet and networking technology applicable to various areas of the computer industry. Once the CNCT has acquired these skills, abilities and knowledge, he or she will be able to enter employment in any part of the computer industry. With minimal training in areas unique to the specific products, the CNCT should become a profitable and efficient part of the computer industry workforce.
Certifying Organization
ETA International
http://www.eta-i.org/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Certified Network Computer Technician
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Certification Description Certified Network Systems Technician is a network professional who is expected to obtain knowledge of computer network basic concepts, which are applicable to all the various specialty areas of the computer industry. Once the CNST has acquried these skills and knowledge, the technician will be able to enter employment in any part of the computer networking industry.
Certifying Organization
ETA International
http://www.eta-i.org/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 4 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Certified Network Systems Technician
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Certification Description Web Administrator Associates are responsible for the hardware and software infrastructure supporting Internet communications. These technology professionals possess a strong understanding of servers, routers, security, network management, and systems maintenance.
Certifying Organization
World Organization of Webmasters
http://webprofessionals.org/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Certified Web Administrator Associate
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Certification Description The CWNA certification is the foundation level enterprise Wi-Fi certification for the CWNP Program, and CWNA is required for your CWSP and CWNE certifications. Your CWNA certification will get you started in your wireless career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully survey, install, and administer enterprise Wi-Fi networks.
Certifying Organization
Certified Wireless Network Professional
https://www.cwnp.com/
Certification Details
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Certified Wireless Network Administrator
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Certification Description The CWTS certification is the first high-stakes certification geared specifically towards both WLAN sales and support staff for the Enterprise WLAN industry.
Certifying Organization
Certified Wireless Network Professional
https://www.cwnp.com/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Certified Wireless Technology Specialist
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Certification Description The Cisco CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician) certification validates the skills required for entry-level network support positions, the starting point for many successful careers in networking. Candidates should have the knowledge and skill to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including basic network security. CCENT certification is the first step toward achieving CCNA, which covers medium size enterprise branch networks with more complex connections.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician
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Certification Description Cisco Certified Network Associate Service Provider (CCNA SP) certification is for service provider network engineers, technicians and designers who focus on the latest in Service Provider industry core networking technologies and trends. With the ability to configure, implement, and troubleshoot baseline Cisco Service Provider Next-Generation networks, CCNA SP certified individuals deploy, maintain and improve carrier-grade network infrastructures.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Cisco Certified Network Associate Service Provider
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Certification Description Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless (CCNA Wireless) validates associate-level knowledge and skills to configure, implement and support of wireless LANs, specifically those networks using Cisco equipment. With a CCNA Wireless certification, network professionals can support a basic wireless network on a Cisco WLAN in a SMB to enterprise network.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless
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Certification Description Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching certification validates the ability to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks and work collaboratively with specialists on advanced security, voice, wireless and video solutions. The CCNP Routing and Switching certification is appropriate for those with at least one year of networking experience who are ready to advance their skills and work independently on complex network solutions. Those who achieve CCNP Routing and Switching have demonstrated the skills required in enterprise roles such as network engineer, support engineer, systems engineer or network technician
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching Certification
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Certification Description The Cisco Data Center Unified Computing Support Specialist is designed to test a learner's knowledge of the fundamentals of the Cisco Unified Computing System and their ability to implement a virtualized Data Center environment.
Certifying Organization
Cisco Systems, Inc.
http://www.cisco.com
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
Cisco Data Center Unified Computing Support Specialist
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Certification Description The CompTIA Cloud+ certification validates the knowledge and best practices required of IT practitioners working in cloud computing environments, who must understand and deliver cloud infrastructure. Recommended experience includes at least 24-36 months of work experience in IT networking, storage, or data center administration, and familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization.
Certifying Organization
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
https://www.comptia.org/home
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
CompTIA Cloud+
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Certification Description Candidates for this exam are IT professionals who configure or support Windows 8 computers, devices, users, and associated network and security resources. The networks with which these professionals typically work are configured as domain-based or peer-to-peer environments with access to the Internet and cloud services. The IT professional could be a consultant, a full-time desktop support technician, or an IT generalist who administers Windows 8-based computers and devices as a portion of their broader technical responsibilities
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Configuring Windows 8.1
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Certification Description The ESNT was developed for technicians who have gained knowledge and skills needed to properly cable, connect, install, program and troubleshoot IP-enabled security devices onto local area networks and the Internet. This certification is an acknowledgement of the examinee's familiarization and understanding of the hardware and theory of operation of this medium. It is a stand-alone certification that can also be used as a Journeyman option.
Certifying Organization
ETA International
http://www.eta-i.org/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
Electronic Security NetworkingTechnician
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Certification Description This certification training provides you with the skills and knowledge to understand a customer's business objectives and support end-to-end IT solution design and deployment, including on premises, hosted, and cloud solutions for small- to medium-size businesses.
Certifying Organization
Hewlett Packard Certification and Learning
https://certification-learning.hpe.com/TR/Index.html
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
HP ATA - Cloud V1
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Certification Description This credential validates the capability of a technical professional to deploy HP Cloud Service Automation v4. Software into the customers' environment, when working under the supervision of a senior consultant. Certified consultants will have the knowledge to install, configure, operate and maintain HP Cloud Service Automation v4. for PoC, demo and pilot implementations, or when working as part of supervised large implementation teams.
Certifying Organization
Hewlett Packard Certification and Learning
https://certification-learning.hpe.com/TR/Index.html
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
HP ATP - Cloud Service Automation v4
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Certification Description This certification verifies that you understand the following:
The HP IDOL Server architecture and correct identification of installed components.
HP IDOL configuration settings for effective and efficient HP IDOL deployments and solutions.
Data aggregation and indexing from a repository into HP IDOL Server.
The appropriate administrative tasks for HP IDOL Server.
HP IDOL Server using action commands.
Certifying Organization
Hewlett Packard Certification and Learning
https://certification-learning.hpe.com/TR/Index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
HP ATP - IDOL Server v10
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Certification Description This certification validates that you can recommend and demonstrate HP OneView 1.20 converged infrastructure management solutions. It verifies that you know important OneView features and functions and understand the benefits and strengths of converged management.
Certifying Organization
Hewlett Packard Certification and Learning
https://certification-learning.hpe.com/TR/Index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
HP Product Certified - HP OneView 1.20
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Certification Description An IBM Certified Associate - Tivoli Monitoring V6.3 is an individual with entry level knowledge and experience with IBM Tivoli Monitoring V6.3. This individual is knowledgeable about the fundamental concepts of IBM Tivoli Monitoring V6.3 through either hands on experience or formal and informal education. The associate should have an in-depth knowledge of the basic to intermediate tasks required in day-to-day use of IBM Tivoli Monitoring V6.3.
Certifying Organization
IBM Corporation
https://www.ibm.com/us-en/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
IBM Certified Associate - Tivoli Monitoring V6.3
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Certification Description IBM Certified Specialist - IBM U.S. Technical Support Services V2 provides Business Partners a form of validation of their knowledge of Technical Support Service offerings. Preparation for the certification testing is provided by courses can be taken through PartnerWorld University. PartnerWorld University offers a set of online courses that address all aspects of the TSS business - and covers all the modules that will be included in the certification testing.
Certifying Organization
IBM Corporation
https://www.ibm.com/us-en/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
IBM Certified Specialist - IBM U.S. Technical Support Services V2
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Certification Description Designed for experienced networking professionals with beginner-intermediate knowledge of the Juniper Networks E-series platforms, this written exam verifies the candidate's basic understanding of Internet technology and related platform configuration and troubleshooting skills. JNCIA-E exam topics are based on the content of the Introduction to the ERX Router and ERX Broadband Remote Access Server Configuration Basics instructor-led training courses.
Certifying Organization
Juniper Networks
http://www.juniper.net/us/en/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate
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Certification Description The JNCIP-E is a one-day practical exam designed to validate the candidate's ability to successfully build an ISP consisting of multiple E-series virtual routers. This certification establishes the candidate's practical and theoretical knowledge of basic and advanced Internet technologies as well as their ability to effectively apply that knowledge in a hands-on environment. Candidates configure and troubleshoot routing scenarios utilizing various protocols and technologies on E-series platforms.
Certifying Organization
Juniper Networks
http://www.juniper.net/us/en/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional
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Certification Description The JNCIS-E exam is designed for networking professionals with advanced knowledge of, and experience with, the Juniper Networks E-series platforms.
Certifying Organization
Juniper Networks
http://www.juniper.net/us/en/
Certification Details
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist
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Certification Description LPI is committed to the development of a global standard in Linux certification. We believe that such a certification program must meet the requirements of both IT professionals and the organizations that would employ them. To achieve this goal we have adopted an open, rigorous, and consultative development process which uses both volunteer and hired resources. Our development process is widely recognized and endorsed and has met the strict requirements of independent certification authorities.
Certifying Organization
Linux Professional Institute
http://www.lpi.org/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Linux Enterprise Professional Certification - Level 3
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Certification Description LPI is committed to the development of a global standard in Linux certification. We believe that such a certification program must meet the requirements of both IT professionals and the organizations that would employ them. To achieve this goal we have adopted an open, rigorous, and consultative development process which uses both volunteer and hired resources. Our development process is widely recognized and endorsed and has met the strict requirements of independent certification authorities.
Certifying Organization
Linux Professional Institute
http://www.lpi.org/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Linux Network Professional Certification - Level 2
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Certification Description Demonstrate your expertise in developing leading-edge enterprise solutions by using the Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 and 1.1. The Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) credential validates your advanced skill set, demonstrating to customers and employers your ability to support their evolving IT needs.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer
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Certification Description This exam is designed for sales consultants, implementation consultants, and Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 users who are in service industries and who plan to use service management features in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012. Candidates should have a general working knowledge of service management processes and of the Microsoft Dynamics AX Service Management module functionalities.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Service Management
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Certification Description This exam is intended for individuals who plan to extend Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013. This audience typically includes developers, business analysts, implementation consultants, technical staff, or support professionals. Candidates are recommended to have a general working knowledge of development skills and tools available for extending Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013, including basic form customizations, web services, and workflows.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013 Applications
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Certification Description This exam is intended for individuals who plan to customize and configure Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013. This audience typically includes implementation consultants.
It is recommended that candidates have a general working knowledge of the implementation and use of Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013 features and functionality.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013 Customization and Configuration
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Certification Description Candidates for this exam are IT consultants or telecommunications professionals who provide product support services for unified communications solutions. Candidates should be able to translate a support call, resolve the issue, and produce a knowledge base article for future support references.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Lync 2013 Depth Support Engineer
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Certification Description Candidates for this exam are professionals with data networking experience who take part in the planning, design, and deployment of the Lync Unified Communications (UC) solution in the enterprise. Candidates should have strong knowledge of data networking and an industry or vendor qualification and be able to translate business requirements into technical and networking requirements for a UC solution. Candidates should be familiar with Network Readiness Assessment methodology and related tools, such as the Lync bandwidth calculator.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Lync Network Readiness Assessment
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Certification Description Candidates for this exam are IT professionals who are familiar with using the Microsoft Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) to manage and deploy Windows. These candidates install or assemble hardware with genuine preinstalled Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and other supported Microsoft operating systems and/or additional applications such as Microsoft Office, Skype, and third-party applications. These candidates also create complete images for deployment to customer devices such as desktops, laptops, tablets, and servers.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft OEM Preinstallation
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Certification Description This exam is designed to provide candidates with an assessment of their knowledge of fundamental networking concepts. It can also serve as a stepping stone to the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) exams.
Candidates for this exam are seeking to prove fundamental networking knowledge and skills. Before taking this exam, candidates should have a solid foundational knowledge of the topics outlined in this preparation guide. It is recommended that candidates become familiar with the concepts and the technologies described here by taking relevant training courses. Candidates are expected to have some hands-on experience with Windows Server, Windows-based networking, network management tools, DNS, TCP/IP, names resolution process, and network protocols and topologies.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Microsoft Windows Server Networking Fundamentals
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Certification Description The Network Technology Associate Certification proves your mastery of the basics of networking and prepares you for further study in the specialty of your choosing.
Certifying Organization
Certified Internet Web Professionals
https://www.ciwcertified.com/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Network Technology Associate
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Certification Description The CompTIA Network+ certification is the sign of a qualified networking professional.
Certifying Organization
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
https://www.comptia.org/home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Network+
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Certification Description The NRS I certification is the starting point for the Nokia Service Routing Certification (SRC) Program designed for students with little knowledge of IP and data networking. NRS I training provides fundamental knowledge in IP addressing, TCP/IP, Ethernet, and internet routing protocols. The NRS I certification establishes a solid, base foundation in IP technology and prepares individuals to advance further in the program with additional courses and/or certifications.
Certifying Organization
Nokia
https://networks.nokia.com/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Nokia Network Routing Specialist I
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Certification Description The Nokia Network Routing Specialist II (NRS II) certification builds on the foundational knowledge established in the NRS I certification. The goal of NRS II training is to provide students with a strong foundation in the core aspects of Nokia service routing including the Internet Routing Protocol (IRP), IP/MPLS networks, and implementing Nokia layer 2 and layer 3 services.
Certifying Organization
Nokia
https://networks.nokia.com/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Nokia Network Routing Specialist II
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Certification Description The Nokia SRA is the highest level of service routing certification and builds on the Alcatel-Lucent 3RP certification to include carrier-grade Layer 2 and Layer 3 business VPNs. This certification includes both an advanced troubleshooting course to help students troubleshoot complex network problems and two practical lab exams to give students real-world hands-on experience in IP service routing.
Certifying Organization
Nokia
https://networks.nokia.com/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
Nokia Service Routing Architect
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Certification Description The "Oracle Database 11g Performance Tuning certification endorses those database administrators, support engineers, and technical consultants who have demonstrated their knowledge and skills using Oracle Database 11g automatic tuning features, including SQL Tuning Advisor, SQL Access Advisor, Automatic Workload Repository and Automatic Database Diagnostic Monitor.
Certifying Organization
Oracle Corporation
https://www.oracle.com/index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Oracle Database 11g Performance Tuning
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Certification Description Oracle's SPARC T4-Based Servers Certified Implementation Specialist certification identifies professionals that are skilled in implementing solutions based on the SPARC T4-Base Server product line. The certification covers the installation and configuration of SPARC T4-Based Server systems. The exam targets the intermediate-level implementation team member.
Certifying Organization
Oracle Corporation
https://www.oracle.com/index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Oracle SPARC T4-Based Server Installation Essentials
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Certification Description The Oracle VM 3.0 for x86 Certified Implementation Specialist Certification identifies professionals that are skilled in implementing solutions based on Oracle VM technologies. The certification covers skills such as: Installing OVM 3.0 Server and OVM 3.0 Manager components, Discovering OVM Servers, Configuring network and storage repository, Creating server pools, Managing templates and Guest VMs, Demonstrating OVM 3.0 service automation capabilities such as DRS, DPM and Guest VM HA Auto Restart. The exam targets the intermediate-level implementation team member.
Certifying Organization
Oracle Corporation
https://www.oracle.com/index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Oracle VM 3.0 for x86 Essentials
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Certification Description Maintain and support deployed EMC information infrastructure solutions.
Certifying Organization
EMC Corporation
https://www.emc.com/en-us/index.htm?fromGlobalSiteSelect
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 2 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
Platform Engineer
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Certification Description The "SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Afaria 7.0 Administrator" certification exam verifies that the candidate has the fundamental and key system administration skills required to administer SAP Afaria. This certificate proves that the candidate has an overall understanding and in‐depth technical skills for SAP Afaria device managment concepts, security and administration, and can implement this knowledge practically in projects.
Certifying Organization
SAP America, Inc.
https://www.sap.com/index.html
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP Afaria 7.0 Administrator
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Certification Description For individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise with advanced PC hardware issues such as RAID, SCSI, multiple CPUs, SANs, and more.
Certifying Organization
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
https://www.comptia.org/home
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes
Server+
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Certification Description Candidates for this exam are IT professionals who configure or support Windows 8 computers, devices, users, and associated network and security resources. The networks with which these professionals typically work are configured as domain-based or peer-to-peer environments with access to the Internet and cloud services. The IT professional could be a consultant, a full-time desktop support technician, or an IT generalist who administers Windows 8-based computers and devices as a portion of their broader technical responsibilities.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Supporting Windows 8.1
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Certification Description Candidates typically work as a BizTalk developer in an organization that has a need to integrate multiple disparate systems, applications, and data as well as the need to automate business processes by using BizTalk Server. Candidates should have a solid understanding of fundamental BizTalk concepts around the core messaging engine and building business processes using orchestrations. Candidates will have some exposure to larger-scale multi-server solutions and deployment/management familiarity. This core knowledge is required for BizTalk 2006 R2, 2009, and 2010. In addition, core knowledge of Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is also required. Candidates should also have at least two years' experience developing, deploying, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging BizTalk Server 2006 and later solutions across multiple projects and have experience using the Microsoft .NET Framework, XML, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Web services, and WCF while developing BizTalk integration solutions.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
TS: Developing Business Process and Integration Solutions by Using Microsoft BizTalk Server 2010
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Certification Description Demonstrate your specialized technical expertise with a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification. By earning this certification, you can prove your ability to successfully implement, build on, troubleshoot, and debug a particular Microsoft technology, such as a Windows operating system, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Visual Studio.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuring
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Certification Description Candidates should have one to two years of experience using Microsoft SQL Server 2008 or two to three years of experience using a previous version of SQL Server. Candidates for this certification are IT professionals who work in jobs in which database development is their main area of responsibility, or they work in environments in which databases are central to their primary job roles.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
TS: SQL Server 2008, Database Development
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Certification Description Candidates for this exam operate in computing environments that use Microsoft Windows 7 as a desktop operating system in an enterprise environment. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in the IT field, as well as experience implementing and administering any Windows client operating system in a networked environment. Candidates should be able to install, deploy, and upgrade to Windows 7, including ensuring hardware and software compatibility. Additionally, candidates should be able to configure pre-installation and post-installation system settings, Windows security features, network connectivity applications included with Windows 7, and mobile computing. Candidates should also be able to maintain systems, including monitoring for and resolving performance and reliability issues. Candidates should have a basic understanding of Windows PowerShell syntax.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
TS: Windows 7, Configuring
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Certification Description The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) on Windows Server 2008 credentials are intended for information technology (IT) professionals who work in the complex computing environment of medium to large companies. The MCTS candidate should have at least one year of experience implementing and administering Windows Server 2008 R2.
Certifying Organization
Microsoft Corporation
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/
Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
TS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuring
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Certification Description WOW Certified Webmaster apprentices understand the basic breadth of topics that fall under Webmastering. Apprentice Webmasters know about the majority of subjects within the Associate Webmaster criteria, but with less depth into the individual topics.
Certifying Organization
World Organization of Webmasters
http://webprofessionals.org/
Certification Details
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
WOW Certified Apprentice Webmaster
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Certification Description Web Administrator Apprentices are aware of the fundamental concepts for the hardware and software infrastructure supporting Internet communications. The CWAA-apprentice possesses a basic understanding of servers, routers, security, network management, and systems maintenance.
Certifying Organization
World Organization of Webmasters
http://webprofessionals.org/
Certification Details
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
WOW Certified Web Administrator Apprentice
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