Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server Certifications
- A help desk professional who supports Mac OS X users in a business or institution?
- A technical coordinator or power user who manages networks of Mac OS X systems in your organization — for example, a teacher or a technology specialist who manage classroom networks or computer labs?
- A system administrator or network engineer who manages complex, multi-platform networks that include Mac OS X systems?
Then now's the time to add Mac OS X certification to your credentials, or update your current certifications. Apple offers three Mac OS X Certification tracks to support Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard.
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard will follow, although a date is not available, but the certification tracks remain the same and upgrade paths are below. Read on for details, as well as links to required exams, preparatory courses, and resources to help you prepare for certification exams.
Benefits of Apple Certification
- Differentiate yourself and your business
- Gain recognition for technical competency
- Build credibility with clients and employers
- Increase visibility and enhance your reputation in a competitive marketplace
- Publicize your certifications on the Apple Certified Professionals Registry
- Display your personalized certificate and a logo that distinguishes you as an Apple Certified professional
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Certification Tracks
Due to the considerable number of changes and new features from Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger to 10.5 Leopard, there are no update exams for Tiger to Leopard certifications.
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Support Essentials 10.5
- Mac OS X Server Essentials 10.5
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Server Essentials 10.5
- Mac OS X Directory Services 10.5
- Mac OS X Deployment 10.5
- Mac OS X Advanced System Admin 10.5
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard Certification Tracks
At the Worldwide Developer Conference on June 9, 2008, Apple previewed Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the next major version of the world's most advanced operating system. Snow Leopard builds on Leopard's enormous innovations by delivering a new generation of core software technologies that will streamline Mac OS X, enhance its performance, and set new standards for quality.
For those who hold Leopard certifications, Snow Leopard Update exams will be available as listed to the right. Individual Snow Leopard certification exams will be available for new certifications. Details will be posted on this page as it becomes available. Visit the frequently asked questions page for more information.
Mac OS X 10.5 to v10.6 Upgrade Path
- ACSP 10.5 - take the Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.6 Exam
- ACTC 10.5 - take the ACTC 10.6 Recertification Exam
- ACSA 10.5 - take the ACSA 10.6 Recertification Exam
Apple Certified Support Professional 10.6
Required Exam:
- Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.6
Apple Certified Technical Coordinator 10.6
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.6
- Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.6
Apple Certified System Administrator 10.6
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.6
- Mac OS X Directory Services v10.6
- Mac OS X Deployment v10.6
- Mac OS X Security and Mobility 10.6
Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger Certification Tracks
Note: Mac OS X 10.4 "Tiger" exams are still available. We will provide at least three months notice before retiring these certification exams.
Three Steps to Certification
- Choose your certification path
- Select a location:
- Apple Authorized Training Centers offer all exams (Mac OS X, Pro Apps, iLife, iWork, and Xsan).
- Prometric Testing Centers (1-888-275-3926) offer all Mac OS X exams, and Final Cut Pro Level One.
- Register for and take your exam(s).
How can I prepare for an exam?
How you learn is up to you. Take a class from the experts at an Apple Authorized Training Center, or review the Apple Training and Pro Training Series books.