CCNA --> VCP-NV - Has anyone done this?
burfect
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Just floating this out there to hear from anyone has successfully completed this path?
From a monetary standpoint this seems like my best option. I don't think I would ever have an issue getting my employer to pay for the VCP exams, but the class is a different story and that's always been my biggest hangup on achieving the VCP, even though my primary focus IS VMware.
Although I'd like to focus on DCV, a VCP is a VCP is a VCP so I'm not too hung up on that.
I'm no networking expert by any means but I'm confident I could learn the material pass the exam and complete my VCP before January 2016.
TLDR: Can anyone give me some feedback on this path?
From a monetary standpoint this seems like my best option. I don't think I would ever have an issue getting my employer to pay for the VCP exams, but the class is a different story and that's always been my biggest hangup on achieving the VCP, even though my primary focus IS VMware.
Although I'd like to focus on DCV, a VCP is a VCP is a VCP so I'm not too hung up on that.
I'm no networking expert by any means but I'm confident I could learn the material pass the exam and complete my VCP before January 2016.
TLDR: Can anyone give me some feedback on this path?
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dave330i
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There are low cost class options available. Multiple threads on this forums regarding this option.2018 Certification Goals: Maybe VMware Sales Cert
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burfect
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Based on my research nothing really near my location. I've also put myself on the waiting list for Stanley with no success a couple times.
It's actually less about the $ and more about the time commitment for class. -
TacoRocket
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Just floating this out there to hear from anyone has successfully completed this path?
From a monetary standpoint this seems like my best option. I don't think I would ever have an issue getting my employer to pay for the VCP exams, but the class is a different story and that's always been my biggest hangup on achieving the VCP, even though my primary focus IS VMware.
Although I'd like to focus on DCV, a VCP is a VCP is a VCP so I'm not too hung up on that.
I'm no networking expert by any means but I'm confident I could learn the material pass the exam and complete my VCP before January 2016.
TLDR: Can anyone give me some feedback on this path?
Isn't January 2016 behind us???These articles and posts are my own opinion and do not reflect the view of my employer.
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burfect
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Wow. Clearly I misread that as beginning January 2016. That's unfortunate. Disregard.
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burfect
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Although this doesn't seem to specify a cutoff: https://mylearn.vmware.com/mgrReg/plan.cfm?plan=64294&ui=www_cert
EDIT: "However, after talking to a number of candidates we have decided to remove the deadline and make this an ongoing streamlined route to VMware Network Virtualization certification. By keeping this path and policy in-place we believe that we can continue to enable networking professionals with existing networking skills in the latest cutting-edge networking technologies from VMware and help them continue to build upon and drive their careers."
Good to know...
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scott28tt
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The CCNA (or higher) path to VCP6-NV without having to take NSX training is available indefinitely now.
That's not to say a CCNA could just walk in and pass the exams, plenty of prep needed to pass them - check Path 2 on this page and follow the links for the exams to understand what you'll be tested on: https://mylearn.vmware.com/mgrReg/plan.cfm?plan=64294&ui=www_certVCP2 / VCP3 / VCP4 / VCP5 / VCAP4-DCA / VCI / vExpert 2010-2012
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Please send me a private message to help us understand your comment, "...with no success..." I will be more than happy to assist you.Based on my research nothing really near my location. I've also put myself on the waiting list for Stanley with no success a couple times.
It's actually less about the $ and more about the time commitment for class.
