Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server Certifications
Are you…
- A help desk professional who supports Mac OS X users or works in a business that uses Mac OS X systems?
- 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?
If so, it's time to build on your technical skills and add Apple Mac OS X certification to your credentials. Apple offers three tracks for IT professionals who want Mac OS X certification. Below, you'll find information and 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 Apple's website, and connect with clients and employers
- 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 v10.4 Tiger to v10.5 Leopard, there are no update exams for Tiger to Leopard certifications.
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.5
- Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5
- Mac OS X Directory Services v10.5²
- Mac OS X Deployment v10.5²
- Mac OS X Advanced System Admin v10.5²
¹ Each ACSA passed exam also earns a certificate, except Mac OS X Server Essentials.
² These exams will be available in mid-2008.
Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger Certification Tracks
All Mac OS X v10.4 exams will be available through 2008.
Required Exams:
- Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.4
- Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.4
Elective Exams: (7 credits required)
- Deployment v10.4 (2 credits)
- Network Account Management v10.4 (3)
- Directory Svcs Integration & Admin v10.4 (4)
- Security Best Practices v10.4 (3)
- Podcast & Streamed Internet Media Admin (3)
- Mac OS X Server Command Line v10.4 (3)
- Xsan Administration v1.4 (3)
- Xsan for Pro Video (3)
³ Each ACSA passed exam also earns a certificate.
Three Steps to Certification
- Register for a Tech ID.
- Select a location:
- Apple Authorized Training Centers offer Mac OS X exams for their Mac OS X classes, and Pro Apps exams for their Pro Apps classes.
- Prometric Testing Centers (1-888-275-3926) offer all Mac OS X exams, as well as 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.