Training Courses
Professional instructor-led training is available through a worldwide network of Apple Authorized Training Centers (AATCs) or in a self-paced format through the Apple Training Series and Apple Pro Training Series books from Peachpit Press. Training is available for Mac OS X, Mac OS X Server, Xsan, iLife and iWork product suites, and Apple's professional applications (Aperture, Color, DVD Studio Pro, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Server, Logic Pro, Motion, Shake, and Soundtrack Pro).
How To Register
Review course descriptions below. To register, view the course schedule and click the 
icon for AATC contact information. Contact the AATC directly to register and confirm pricing. Many AATCs also offer onsite training at your location. To find the closest AATC, please visit the Apple Authorized Training Center locator.
iLife '08 and iWork '08 Training
Apple is pleased to announce new Associate-level training and certification for the iLife '08 and iWork '08 product suites. Professionals, educators and students can now earn Apple Certified Associate status to validate entry level skills in our digital lifestyle and authoring applications.
An Introduction to iLife '08 (iLife 101)
Introduces students to creating and sharing media-rich digital projects with iLife '08, a suite of digital authoring tools that comes with every Mac. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
A Comprehensive Study of iLife '08 (iLife 201)
Provides an in-depth study of the primary feature set and basic interface of iLife '08. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to iWork '08 (iWork 201)
Learn to use the iWork ‘08 writing and graphics tools to create beautiful documents. This suite of productivity tools includes Pages for producing professional documents, Numbers for spreadsheets, tables and charts, and Keynote for high-quality presentations. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
For IT Professionals
Apple offers technical training for professionals who are responsible for planning, maintaining, and integrating Mac OS X, Mac OS X Server, Xserves, and Xserve RAID into a network environment. The curriculum objectives support a tiered certification program for system administrators, technical coordinators, and support professionals.
For Support Personnel and Technical Coordinators
Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.5 (Leopard 101)
Provides an intensive and in-depth exploration of troubleshooting on Mac OS X, touring the breadth of functionality of Mac OS X systems. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5 (Leopard 201)
Gives technical coordinators and entry-level system administrators the knowledge to implement a Mac OS X Server-based system. (4 days) Learn more / Schedule
Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger training courses are still available.
For System Administrators
Mac OS X Directory Services v10.5 (Leopard 301)
Teaches the skills to configure Mac OS X computers to access directory services, and configure Mac OS X Server to provide directory services in a mixed-platform environment. (4 days) Learn more / Schedule
Mac OS X Deployment v10.5 (Leopard 302)
Focuses on solutions for deploying and maintaining software, ranging from the installation of individual files to the deployment of complete system images to multiple computers. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
Mac OS X Advanced System Administration v10.5 (Leopard 401)
Teaches the skills necessary to administer Mac OS X Server in a complex environment, including implementation, networking and maintenance tasks, and monitoring and automation tools. (5 days) Learn more / Schedule
Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger training courses are still available.
For Service Technicians
AppleCare Technician Training prepares you for the Apple Certified Macintosh Technician exams. The easy-to-use, self-paced program includes training materials, diagnostic tools, and extensive information from Apple's own technical library. The training modules cover such topics as general computer terminology, Apple-specific computer architectures, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance in a logical straightforward format. Because the training is self-paced, you have complete control over your learning schedule.
Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard Service for Technicians (MacSvc 61)
Created specifically for Apple Authorized Service Providers. Teaches students how to use their knowledge of the Mac OS to troubleshoot Mac OS X and isolate a hardware issue. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
Apple Certified Macintosh Technician Training (MacSvc 300)
Teaches students portable and hardware specifications, troubleshooting techniques, technician safety, take-apart procedures, and service-specific guidelines and resources. (5 days) Learn more / Schedule
Apple Portable / Desktop Service Lab (MacSvc 300L)
Builds on the foundations laid by the self-paced technician training and gives the student hands-on experience with taking apart Macintosh units using Apple tools and resources. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
For Digital Media Professionals
A tiered certification program is available for Apple's professional digital applications. The supporting curriculum is designed for creative professionals in varying capacities, including editors, filmmakers, sound designers, photographers, special effects artists, teachers, and more.
An Overview of Aperture 2 (Aperture 100)
Introduces students to Aperture's powerful photo editing, image retouching, proofing, and publishing features. (1 day) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to Aperture 2 (Aperture 101)
Starts with the basics of image management and takes students step-by-step through Aperture's powerful photo editing, image retouching, proofing, publishing, and archiving features. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to Color (Color 101)
Introduces students to Apple's masterful new color grading and finishing software. Start with the basics of color balancing and correction and move on to the fine points of secondary grading. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to DVD Studio Pro (DVDSP 101)
Delves into the world of DVD Studio Pro, covering all aspects of DVD authoring. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to Final Cut Express (FCE 101)
Introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Express. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Overview of Final Cut Pro (FCP 100)
Introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to Final Cut Pro (FCP 101)
Teaches basic editing function while familiarizing students with the basic user interface. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
A Comprehensive Study of Final Cut Pro (FCP 200)
Provides an in-depth study of the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro. (5 days) Learn more / Schedule
Final Cut Pro for Avid Editors (FCP 250)
Utilizes Avid's editing terminology to translate the student's existing knowledge to the Final Cut Pro skill set. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
Advanced Techniques in Final Cut Pro (FCP 300)
Delivers hard-to-find advanced editing and finishing techniques, including creating transitions and effects, editing multi-camera projects, working with nested sequences, and color correcting. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
Overview of Final Cut Server (FCSvr 100)
Introduces end users to Apple's powerful new media asset management and workflow automation software. This course is intended for end users who will not be required to administer Final Cut Server. System Administrators should attend the Administering Final Cut Server course. (1 day) Learn more / Schedule
Administering Final Cut Server (FCSvr 101)
Guides you through administering Final Cut Server, Apple’s powerful new media asset management and workflow automation software. This course combines lectures and hands-on case study exercises to provide practical real-world experience. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
Motion Graphics and Effects in Final Cut Studio (FCS 101)
Provides real world effects techniques, including filters, layering, composite modes and animating video, graphics and titles. The practical approach to motion graphics focuses on the features of Final Cut Studio that editors and designers need to use in their daily work. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to Logic Express and Logic Pro (Logic 101)
Introduces students to the primary feature set and basic user interface of Logic Express and Logic Pro. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
Advanced Techniques in Logic Pro (Logic 301)
Takes students through Logic Pro's powerful advanced features, covering everything from production to editing and mixing. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
A Comprehensive Study of Motion (Motion 101)
Covers interface fundamentals, particles, blend modes, layer organization, and fundamental multi-layer editing. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
A Comprehensive Study of Shake (Shake 200)
Introduces students to the primary feature set and interface of Shake, the only compositing software with a complete toolset for both single artists and visual effects facilities. (5 days) Learn more / Schedule
An Introduction to Soundtrack Pro (STP 101)
Covers editing audio files, repairing field recordings, performing multi-track arranging, and other creative sound design techniques. (2 days) Learn more / Schedule
Xsan for Pro Video (Xsan 410)
Provides a comprehensive theoretical overview and hands-on experience to prepare students for Xsan integrations of any size or configuration. (3 days) Learn more / Schedule
Pro Applications Train-the-Trainer Courses
To attend a pro applications Train-the-Trainer (T3) course, you must meet all prerequisites, complete the Apple Certified Trainer application, and be accepted into the Apple Certified Trainer (ACT) for Pro Apps program. ACTs work with AATCs to deliver courses.