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 the Apple Certified Professionals Registry
- Display your personalized certificate and a logo that distinguishes you as an Apple Certified professional
Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger Certification Tracks
Mac OS X v10.4 exams will be retired on October 31, 2009. Be sure to update your Mac OS X certifications!
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)
² Each ACSA passed exam also earns a certificate.
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.