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VMware Certification Roadmap

For many companies and individuals, VMware certification is a key objective. As the world’s leading and most trusted VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC), we have the capability and flexibility to deliver the full range of VMware authorised training solutions at locations throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

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Certification Details

VCP5 - Data Center Virtualisation (VCP5-DCV)This industry-recognised certification requires completion of a VMware-authorised training course and hands-on experience with

VMware technologies. The VCP-DCV certification confirms that you have the education and skills needed to successfully install, deploy,

scale and manage VMware vSphere environments, as well as the skills obtained by a minimum of six months experience with VMware

infrastructure technologies.

If you are... Required Training Courses Exam Certification

Just starting with VMware Data Center virtualisation

VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V5.x] (VSICM)

Pass the VCP5-DCV Exam

VCP5-DCV

Currently VCP2 or VCP3 Certified

VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V5.x] (VSICM)

Or VMware vSphere: Fast Track [V5.x] (VSFT) Or VMware vSphere: Optimise and Scale [V5.x] (VSOS)

Or

VMware vSphere Troubleshooting Workshop [V5.x] (VST)

Pass the VCP5-DCV Exam

VCP5-DCV

Currently VCP4-DCV Certified VMware vSphere: What's New [V5.x] (VMWN) Pass the VCP5-DCV Exam

VCP5-DCV

Not VCP4-DCV Certified but have completed one of the VCP4-DCV qualifying courses: • VMware vSphere:

Advanced Fast Track [V4.x]• VMware vSphere

Automation Fast Track [V4.1] VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V4.x]

• VMware vSphere: Troubleshooting [V4.x]

VMware vSphere: What's New [V5.x] (VMWN) Pass the VCP5-DCV Exam

VCP5-DCV

If you are... Required Training Courses Exam Certification

Just starting with VMware Data Center virtualisation technologies

VMware Data Center Virtualisation FundamentalsPass the VCA-DCV Exam

VCA-DCV

To become VCA-DCV certified you must pass the VCA-DCV exam (exam code: VCAD510). There is no training requirement, however

there is a free, self-paced elearning class that can help you prepare

VCA - Data Center Virtualisation (VCA-DCV)


VCAP5 – Data Center Administration (VCAP-DCA)The VCAP5-DCA exam is a unique, lab-based exam where you will perform tasks using actual equipment to verify your skill at installing,

configuring, and administering large and complex virtualised environments. Earning this certification demonstrates your expertise with

VMware vSphere 5.x, as well as your ability to use automation tools and implement virtualised environments.

If you are... Required Training Courses Exam CertificationCurrently VCP5-DCVVCP5-DT or VCP - Cloud Certified

VMware vSphere: Optimise and Scale [V5.x] (VSOS) Pass the VCAP5-DCA Exam

VCAP5-DCA

Currently VCAP4-DCA Certified VMware vSphere: What's New (VMWN) Pass the VCAP5-DCA Exam

VCAP5-DCA

VCAP5 – Data Center Design (VCAP-DCD) VCAP5-DCD is designed for IT architects who design and integrate VMware solutions in multi-site, large enterprise, virtualised environments.

Successful candidates possess a deep understanding of data center design principles and methodologies, as well as VMware core

components and their relation to storage and networking. Successful candidates also have broad knowledge of applications and

infrastructure services, and how they relate and integrate with the virtual infrastructure.

If you are... Required Training Courses Exam CertificationCurrently VCP5-DCV,VCP5-DT or VCP-Cloud Certified

VMware vSphere: Design Workshop [V5.x] (VSD)

And

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Design [V5.x] (DRBC Design)

Pass the VCAP5-DCD Exam

VCAP5-DCD

Currently VCAP4-DCA Certified VMware vSphere: What's New (VMWN) Pass the VCAP5-DCD Exam

VCAP5-DCD

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VCDX – Data Center Virtualisation (VCDX-DCV)

VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) is the highest level of VMware certification. This elite group is comprised of design architects

highly-skilled in VMware enterprise deployments and the program is designed for veteran professionals who want to validate and

demonstrate their expertise in VMware technology.

VCDX5-DCV certification is achieved through the unique design defence process, where all candidates must submit and successfully defend a

production-ready VMware Solution before a panel of veteran VCDX-DCV holders. This process ensures that those who achieve VCDX status

are peer-vetted and ready to join an elite group of world-class consulting architects.

If you are... First Step Next Step Certification(s)Currently VCDX4-DCV Certified Earn VCP5-DCV Certification Pass the VCAP5-DCD Exam VCDX5-DCV and

VCAP5-DCD

If you are... First Step Next Step Certification(s)Currently VCP5-DCV, VCAPS5-DCA and VCAPS-DCD Certified

Submit a VCDX5-DCV Application Defend your design before a VCDX panel

VCDX5-DCV

Cloud

Successful candidates demonstrate core vSphere skills in extending data virtualisation throughout the cloud by creating and managing vApps,

service catalogues and organisation/provider VDCs, as well as administering cloud enabled networking and storage. This competency is built

on the skills and knowledge needed to successfully install, deploy, scale, and manage VMware vSphere environments along with a solid

foundation in basic cloud infrastructure concepts including public/private/hybrid clouds, multi- tenancy and cloud security.

If you are... Training Courses Exam CertificationCurrently VCP5-DCV Certified Recommended

VMware vCloud Director: Install, Configure, Manage [V5.x] (VMCICM)

And

vCenter Chargeback Fundamentals

Pass the IaaS Exam

VCP-Cloud

Just starting with VMware cloud technologies or currently VCP4-DCV Certified

Required VMware vCloud Director: Install, Configure, Manage [V5.x] (VMCICM)

Pass the VCP-Cloud Exam

VCP-Cloud

VCA - Cloud

VCP - Cloud

If you are... Training Courses Exam CertificationJust starting with VMware cloud technologies

RecommendedVMware Cloud Fundamentals

Pass the VCA-Cloud Exam

VCA-Cloud

To become VCA-Cloud certified you must pass the VCA-Cloud exam (exam code: VCAC510). There is no training requirement, however there

is a free, self-paced elearning class that can help you prepare.


VCAP-Cloud Infrastructure Administration (VCAP-CIA) The VCAP-CIA certification validates your ability to install, configure, and administer complex, single and multi-tenant public/private/hybrid

VMware vCloud environments.

If you are... Exam CertificationCurrently VCP-Cloud Certified Pass the VCAP-CIA Exam VCAP-CIA

Currently VCP5-DCV orVCP5-DT Certified

Pass the VCAP-CIA Exam VCAP-CIA and VCP-Cloud

* Note: If you use the VCP5-DT or

VCP-DCV certification as your

pre-requisite, upon passing the

VCAP-CIA exam you will also

inherit the VCP-Cloud Certification

VCAP-Cloud Infrastructure Design (VCAP-CID)The VCAP-CID certification verifies that you can define goals for your cloud infrastructure architecture, analyse elements of the framework,

and make design decisions that ensure the proper physical and virtual components exist in the design.

If you are... Training Courses Exam CertificationCurrently VCP-Cloud Certified Recommended

VMware vCloud: Design Best Practice [V1.5] (VMCD)Pass the VCAP-CID Exam

VCAP-CID

Currently VCP5-DCV, VCAP5-DCD, VCAP5-DCA or VCDX5-DCV Certified

Required VMware vCloud: Design Best Practice [V1.5] (VMCD)

Pass the VCAP-CID Exam

VCAP-CID and VCP-Cloud

VCDX - Cloud

If you are... First Step Next Step Certification(s)Both VCAP-CIA and VCAP-CID certified Submit a successful VCDX-Cloud application

and design Defend your design before a VCDX panel

VCDX-Cloud

VCDX3 or VCDX4-DCV certified Earn VCAP5-DCD, VCAP-CIA and VCAP-CID certifications

Submit a successful VCDX-Cloud application and design

VCDX-Cloud and VCDX5-DCV

VCDX5-DCV certified Earn VCAP-CIA and VCAP-CID certifications Submit a successful VCDX-Cloud application and design

VCDX-Cloud

VCDX certification is achieved through a unique, two-step process where all candidates must submit and successfully defend a production

ready VMware Solution before a panel of veteran VCDX-holders. This unique testing process ensures that those who achieve VCDX are peer

vetted and ready to join an elite group of world-class consulting architects.


VCP5 – Desktop (VCP5-DT)The VMware Certified Professional 5 – Desktop (VCP5-DT) is directed toward Virtualisation Systems Engineers who seek to demonstrate

their ability to install and configure the VMware View environment and enable View Client users. Candidates must be able to configure the

vSphere environment, possess a deep understanding of VMware core components and their relation to storage and networking and be

proficient in datacenter design methodologies.

If you are... Training Courses Exam CertificationJust starting with VMware desktop technologies

Recommended TrainingVMware Horizon View: Install, Configure Manage [V5.x] (VMVIEW)

Or

VMware Desktop Fast Track: (VMVDFT)

Pass the VCP5-DT Exam

VCP5-DT

Currently VCP5-DCV orVCP-Cloud Certfied

Pass the VMware View Exam

VCP5-DT

VCAP - Desktop Design (VCAP-DTD)Earning VMware Certified Advanced Professional – Desktop Design (VCAP-DTD) certification validates your ability to design, plan and

optimise VMware View solutions. This certification signals a strong understanding of VMware View core components and their relation to

the data center, as well as View design methodologies and principles.

If you are... Next Step Exam Certification

Currently VCP5-DT Certified Recommended Training VMware Horizon View: Design Best Practice [V5.x](VMVD) Or VMware Desktop Fast Track: (VMVDFT)

Pass the VCAP-DTD Exam

VCAP-DTD

Currently VCP5-DCV Certified Recommended TrainingVMware Horizon View: Design Best Practice [V5.x](VMVD)

Or

VMware Desktop Fast Track: (VMVDFT)

Pass the VCAP-DTD Exam

VCAP-DTD and VCP5-DT

End User ComputingVCA Workforce Mobility (VCA-WM)To become VCA-WM certified you must pass the VCA-WM exam (exam code: VCAW510). There is no training requirement, however there is

a free, self-paced elearning class that can help you prepare.

If you are... Training Courses Exam CertificationJust starting with VMware workforce mobility technologies

Recommended TrainingVMware Workforce Mobility Fundamentals

Pass the VMware Certified Associate Workforce Mobility (VCA-VM) Exam

VCA-WM


Partner Program Overview

The VMware Partner Network provides unique solutions and offers unparalleled value. As a VMware partner, you have exclusive access to

information and tools, allowing your company to build revenue and grow virtualisation practice through tailored content, specific to your needs.

Global Knowledge, the world’s leading VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) who's previously won the VMware’s Global Education

Partner of the Year for 2009, 2010 and 2011. Global Knowledge have a wide range of competitively priced bundles. They have been

compiled to help you become a VMware partner, maintain your status or accelerate you to the highest level: Premier Partner.

The VMware Solution Provider Program has the

following partner levels:

For Partners that offer hosted services to end customers,

the VMware Service Provider Program was set up:

Solution Provider Requirements Service Provider Requirements

Registered

Professional

Enterprise

Premier

• 4 VSP, 4 VTSP, 4 VCP• Developed Countries: IV + 2 Competencies• Emerging Countries: IV + 1 Competency

• 2 VSP, 2 VTSP, 2 VCP • IV Competency

• 1 VSP, 1 VTSP

• Application + Click-through Agreement

• 2 VSP, 2 VCP• 18.000 points (500 VM’s) or• 10.800 points (300 VM’s) or• 3.600 points (100 VM’s)

• 5 VSP, 5 VCP• > 18.000 points (>500 VM’s)

• 1 VSP, 1 VCP• 1.800 points (50 VM’s) or • 360 points (10 VM’s)

Registered

Professional

Enterprise

Premier

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• Application + Click-through Agreement

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X

Redeem Your VMware Consulting and Training Credits with Global Knowledge

Your company made a substantial investment in education by purchasing VMware Consulting and Training Credits, also known as PSO

Credits. Don't let that investment go to waste. You can now redeem your VMware credits for authorised VMware training delivered by

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Do you have questions about the VMware Consulting and Training Credits? Please contact one of our VMware training advisors and they

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VMware Competency Requirements (VCA)

Business Continuity

Certification/Accreditation RequiredCourse to

AttendVUE Exam Partner

UniversityBusiness Continuity Sales Accreditation 4 -or- VSP - BC (Business Continuity 5)

Business Continuity Technical Sales Accreditation 4 -or- VTSP - BC (Business Continuity 5)

Business Continuity Technical Post Sales Accredited Overview and Designs

Implementation Fundamentals 5 VMSRM v5

Desktop Virtualisation



University

VSP - DV (Desktop Virtualisation 5)

VTSP - DV (Desktop Virtualisation 5)

VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Desktop Design (VCAP-DTD)VMVD

Or VMVDFTVCAP-DTD

Desktop Virtualisation Technical Post Sales Accreditation VMware View 5 Design

Desktop Virtualisation Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: VMware View 5 Implementation Fundamentals -or-

VMware Certified Professional 5 – Desktop (VCP5-DT)

VMVIEWOr VMVDFT

VCP5-DT

Infrastructure Virtualisation - Compulsory



University

Infrastructure Virtualisation Sales Accreditation 4 -or- VSP - IV (Infrastructure Virtualisation 5)

Infrastructure Virtualisation Technical Sales Accreditation 4 -or- VTSP - IV (Infrastructure Virtualisation 5)

Infrastructure Virtualisation Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: vSphere 4 Design -or- VMware Certified Advanced Professional 4 - Datacenter Design (VCAP-DCD) -or- Infrastructure Virtualisation Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: vSphere 5 Design -or- VMware Certified Advanced Professional on vSphere 5 – Datacenter Design (VCAP5-DCD)

VSD VCAP-DCD

Infrastructure Virtualisation Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: vSphere 5 Upgrade

VMWN

VCP5-DCVVSICM

VSFT


Application Modernisation



University

VSP - AM (Application Modernisation)

VTSP - AM (Application Modernisation)

Application Modernisation Technical Post-Sales Accreditation

Cloud IaaS



University

VSP - Cloud (Cloud IaaS 5)

VTSP - Cloud (Cloud IaaS 5)

Cloud IaaS Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: Deploy and Manage 5 -or- VMware Certified Professional - Cloud (VCP-Cloud)

VMCICM VCP-Cloud

Data Management



University

VSP - DM (Data Management)

VTSP - DM (Data Management)

Data Management Technical Post-Sales Accreditation

Management



University

VSP - MGMT (Management 5)

VTSP - MGMT (Management 5)

Management Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: vCenter Operations Manager 5.x

VMOMAP

Management Technical Post-Sales Accreditation: vCenter Configuration Manager 5.x

VMCMVIM

Virtualisation of Business Critical Applications



University

VSP - VBCA (Virtualisation of Business Critical Applications)

VTSP - VBCA (Virtualisation of Business Critical Applications)

Virtualising Microsoft SQL Server with VMware Accreditation -or- Virtualising an Oracle Database with VMware Accreditation

Virtualising Microsoft Exchange with VMware Accreditation -or- Virtualising SAP ERP Software with VMware Accreditation -or- Virtualising Microsoft SharePoint with VMware Accreditation

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and students attending from other centres are able to interact with

the instructor and other delegates using video and voice conferencing.

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