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This post was updated on October 7, 2025[Enrollment for this promotional offer has closed]If you've been thinking about pursuing your Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) certification but weren’t sure where to begin—now’s your chance!For a limited time, you can enroll in the NCA Accelerator Program and get:Access to the Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF) online course Limited-time access to the NCA Exam Prep online course (an $895 value) A free NCA exam voucher (a $99 value) A discussion forum to connect with peers and get answers from Nutanix certification expertsThis certification program is designed to boost your knowledge, build your confidence, and prepare you for success on the NCA exam. You will participate in this program with a cohort of IT professionals who have the same goal of passing the NCA certification! How It WorksTo unlock your free exam voucher, you must complete both online courses:Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF) NCA Exam PrepAlready completed the NHCF

This post was updated on September 21, 2025[The NCP-MCA and NCP-EUC 6.10 beta programs have reached capacity] Take your Nutanix expertise to the next level by deepening your skills in Cloud Management and End-User Computing (EUC). If you’ve already earned your NCP-MCI certification, now’s the perfect time to take the next step with two exciting Specialty Professional certification paths. Updated TrainingNutanix Multicloud Automation Administration (NMCAA)Master hybrid cloud automation with this hands-on course designed for IT professionals. Learn to orchestrate applications using Nutanix X-Play and Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM) Self-Service. This course is available as a self-paced online course, or with a live instructor and hands-on labs. 👉 Learn more and enroll Nutanix End User Computing Administration (NEUCA) Step into the future of EUC. This course equips you to deploy and manage secure, scalable virtual desktop infrastructures using Citrix or Omnissa on Nutanix.👉 Learn more and e

  New Course Available Spend 1 day to get ready to become Nutanix Certified Ideal for VMWare Certified Professionals ready to modernize their skills with Nutanix Leverage what you know to fast track to Nutanix  Are you ready to dive into the Nutanix Cloud Platform solution and prepare yourself for the rapidly growing demands of enterprise infrastructure? If you are already skilled in managing virtual environments, now is the time to use that experience to join the Nutanix community of virtualization professionals.  Your first step is with our new Nutanix QuickStart for Virtualization Professionals (NQVP) course. This course takes advantage of what you already know about virtualization and focuses your time and efforts on translating those capabilities to Nutanix solutions. This is a rapid-fire, real-world scenario-based course, preparing you to confidently sit for the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certification and start your journey t

 Starting August 1, 2025, all Nutanix technical certifications—including NCA, all NCPs, and NCM—will move from a 2-year to a 3-year validation period. This update aligns the frequency of recertification with the current pace of change in the Nutanix Cloud Platform and reflects best practices observed across similar certification programs.All current technical certifications at version 6.5 or higher will be automatically extended to a 3-year validity period. Any technical certifications earned on or after August 1, 2025, will be valid for 3 years.The following certifications are affected by this policy change.      Core Multicloud Infrastructure CertificationsAssociate Level: NCA 6.5, NCA 6.10, NCS-Core 6.8* Professional Level: NCP-MCI 6.5, NCP-MCI 6.10 Master Level: NCM-MCI 6.5, NCM-MCI 6.10      Specialty Professional-Level CertificationsUnified Storage: NCP-US 6.5, NCP-US 6.10 Database Service: NCP-DB 6.5, NCP-DB 6.10 Multicloud Automation: NCP-MCA 6.5 Cloud Integration: NCP-CI-AWS 6

This blog post was updated on September 30, 2025 Artificial Intelligence has moved far beyond the hype. It’s now a driving force behind how organizations innovate, operate, and grow. At Nutanix, we’re helping enterprises harness that power with Nutanix Enterprise AI (NAI)—a robust platform built to bring GenAI applications to life in real-world environments. And now, we’re offering you the chance to prove you’re ready to lead in this new era with the Nutanix Certified Professional – Artificial Intelligence (NCP-AI) certification. Is This Certification Right for You?To succeed in earning the NCP-AI certification, you should bring a strong foundation in virtualized infrastructure including virtual machines, hypervisors, and virtual networking. Familiarity with Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure (NCI), Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), GPUs, and Nutanix Unified Storage is also essential. Finally, candidates should possess knowledge equivalent to a Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), ens

Whether you're building out hybrid multicloud environments, simplifying network operations, or strengthening your security posture, these two targeted Nutanix Flow courses offer practical, hands-on learning to help you get the most out of your deployment. Each course is designed for busy IT professionals and takes about 60 minutes to complete. 🌐 Fortify Your Networks with Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs)This course introduces Flow Virtual Networking, Nutanix’s software-defined networking solution that abstracts connectivity from the physical layer. You’ll explore key constructs like VPCs, overlay subnets, routes, gateways (NAT, VPN, network), and external networks. Learn how to:Enable Flow Virtual Networking Create and manage VPCs Secure subnets and manage VM IPsUse cases include automation, multitenancy, and seamless disaster recovery across cloud and on-prem environments—all without changing IP addresses. 🔒 Discover Policy-Based MicrosegmentationThis course focuses on Flow Network Sec

 The 2025 Skillsoft IT Salary & Skills Survey is now open! Be part of one of the largest and most influential studies in the IT industry! Share your voice, shape the future of tech careers—and get a chance to win a $100 gift card just for participating! Share how Nutanix certification and training have shaped your career. Your input helps build a data-rich report with insights on salary trends, top skills, and certification value—used by thousands of IT professionals to benchmark their careers and plan their next move. Ready to make your voice heard and help shape the future of IT?👉 Take the survey now  Frequently Asked Questions ⏱️ How long does it take?Just 15–30 minutes. Can’t finish in one go? No problem—bookmark your spot and return within two weeks using the same link. 🔒 Is it anonymous?Absolutely. Your responses are 100% confidential. Skillsoft does not sell or share your data. 🎁 Is there a reward?Yes! 10 lucky participants will be randomly selected to receive a $100 gift

 Whether you're refining system performance, streamlining cluster operations, orchestrating hybrid multicloud environments, or strengthening security posture, this curated set of online courses offers targeted learning to help you get the most out of your Nutanix deployment. Designed with busy IT professionals in mind, each course takes only about 60 minutes to complete. 📈 Peak Performance - Optimizing VMsThis course focuses on tuning your Nutanix environment for optimal performance. You'll learn how to size Controller Virtual Machines (CVMs) and Prism Central effectively, and explore advanced techniques like vNUMA and GPU integration. The course also highlights how machine learning in Prism Central supports intelligent resource planning and utilization. 📊 A Deep Dive into Prism ElementDesigned to help you navigate Nutanix’s enterprise-grade control and management plane, this course offers expert-led walkthroughs of Prism Element’s dashboards. You'll gain practical tips for high-leve

 The Nutanix Certified Master – Multicloud Infrastructure (NCM-MCI) certification has been updated to version 6.10 and is now available for registration*! This advanced certification validates your expertise in managing and optimizing the Nutanix Cloud Platform.Bonus: When you earn the NCM-MCI v6.10 certification, all your active Nutanix certifications — including NCM, NCP, and NCA — will be automatically extended for three years. (As outlined in our recent certification validity period announcement.) Why Earn the NCM-MCI Certification?This Master level certification validates your ability to:Analyze, evaluate, and optimize platform performance and configuration Ensure platform health and compliance with business requirements Remediate issues and evolve infrastructure to meet changing needsAre You Ready?Ideal candidates typically have:3–5 years of holistic IT infrastructure experience 2–3 years of Nutanix virtualization experience Experience as senior IT staff, NOC/SOC escalation engin

Discover how Nutanix Enterprise AI (NAI) empowers organizations to deploy and manage cutting-edge GenAI solutions—while keeping full control over data and infrastructure. Whether you're an IT pro, DevOps engineer, or AI enthusiast, this is your chance to lead your enterprise into the AI era. 💻 Take the Nutanix Artificial Intelligence Administration (NAIA) TrainingOur new NAIA online course gives you the skills to confidently deploy and manage NAI in your organization. You’ll learn how to:Choose the right Kubernetes versions and GPU configurations Set up storage classes, services, and applications Build and manage Kubernetes clusters across platforms like Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP), Amazon EKS, Azure AKS, and Google GKE Install NAI and perform key admin tasks like user management, model imports, endpoint setup, and API key handling Monitor performance with real-time metrics and use built-in audit tools for transparency Troubleshoot common issues with confidenceWhether you're jus

We have updated our popular Exam Prep Courses, designed to help you confidently prepare for your next Nutanix certification exam. These courses are crafted to reinforce your knowledge, increase your confidence, and improve your exam readiness. We have exam prep courses for two of our most in-demand certification exams:Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) v6.10 Nutanix Certified Professional – Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) v6.10 To meet your schedule and learning preferences, we offer our exam prep courses in two delivery formats:On-DemandNeed flexibility? The online, self-paced version of the course is available through the Nutanix University learning platform. You'll get:Access to an interactive pre-recorded course Online walkthroughs of exam topics and practice questions with explanations The ability to learn at your own pace, pause, and revisit as needed A complimentary exam voucher for future usePerfect for professionals with busy schedules or different time zones.👉💻  NCA Exam

This post was updated on July 14, 2025 Ready to elevate your Nutanix skills? Our updated v6.10 master-level training and certification are here to help you deepen your expertise and further your career. Read on to discover what’s new—and how you can take advantage of a limited-time opportunity!Updated Advanced Administration & Performance Management (AAPM) TrainingWe’ve upgraded our Advanced Administration & Performance Management (AAPM) course to version 6.10. Designed for seasoned Nutanix administrators, this course offers an in-depth exploration of the Nutanix platform, helping you maximize performance and efficiency in areas such as:VM Management Storage Optimization Network Configuration Security Configuration Business Continuity & Disaster RecoveryWhether you're looking to fine-tune your environment or tackle complex challenges, AAPM v6.10 gives you the tools to succeed.👉💻  View AAPM 6.10 online course and enrollEarn Your Nutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Infras

Chances are, you’ve experienced instructor-led training (ILT) at some point—whether in a classroom, at work, or through professional development courses. While self-paced online learning continues to evolve, the value of live interaction between instructors and learners remains unmatched. ILT offers benefits that are difficult to replicate in other formats, including collaborative learning, real-time feedback, and increased engagement.And ILT doesn’t always mean in-person. Virtual instructor-led training (vILT) has become the norm, thanks to platforms like Zoom and WebEx, which offer features such as chat, screen sharing, cloud recording, and HD video to support dynamic virtual classrooms. The Advantages of Instructor-Led TrainingDepending on your learning style—visual, auditory, reading/writing, or kinesthetic—your preference for ILT, online, or blended learning may vary. But ILT offers unique advantages that benefit all types of learners:Stronger Learning Outcomes: The relationships

Are you interested in our new Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN) certification but are looking for some training to get up-to-speed?   If you have already worked with Kubernetes, you can jump right to our Nutanix Kubernetes Platform Administration (NKPA) course, available in two formats:👉🗓  View NKPA Instructor-Led class schedule and enroll👉💻  View NKPA online course and enroll If you are still learning about Kubernetes, we also offer three general Kubernetes courses at Nutanix University: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) ClassGain knowledge on Kubernetes Architecture, Kubeadm basics, persistent storage, and other topics while learning all about managing a containerized application infrastructure.👉🗓  View schedule and enroll Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) ClassThis course covers configuring, building and deploying cloud native applications to a Kubernetes cluster including Kubectl commands, Namespaces, storage, and networking.👉🗓  V

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed in March! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. March Video Rewind    

This article was written by Jeff Hall, Manager, Technical Certification Development In the dynamic world of cloud computing, Kubernetes has emerged as a cornerstone technology, revolutionizing how applications are deployed, managed, and scaled. The Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN) certification is more than another career milestone; it is a testament to your Kubernetes expertise. As organizations increasingly adopt cloud-native architectures, the demand for professionals who can navigate these complex ecosystems has skyrocketed.  Key Features and BenefitsThe NCP-CN certification validates your ability to deploy, manage, and scale Kubernetes environments using the Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP). It covers everything from preparing your infrastructure and building clusters to managing Day 2 operations like monitoring, backup, and autoscaling. You’ll gain hands-on experience with workspace and fleet management, authentication, and lifecycle operations—proving you’

We’re excited to announce the availability of the Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN) certification! NCP-CN Certification OverviewOur new cloud native certification measures your ability to deploy, configure, optimize, and perform administrative tasks on a Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP) cluster. NKP is a fully turnkey solution built on pure upstream Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) conformant Kubernetes. To help prepare for this exam, we recommend completing the Nutanix Kubernetes Platform Administration (NKPA) course. NKPA Course OverviewThis course teaches you how to deploy, configure, and manage NKP. You will learn:NKP Fundamentals: Understand key terms and concepts, installation in air-gapped and non-air-gapped environments, and licensing of NKP clusters. Lifecycle Management: Configure infrastructure, workspaces, and clusters; create projects; and perform upgrades. Access Control: Set up identity providers, create groups, manage roles, and bind them t

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed in January & February! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. January & February Video Rewind    

[The NCP-US and NCP-DB beta exams have reached capacity and are now closed.] Level up your Unified Storage and Database Management skills Updated TrainingNutanix Unified Storage Administration (NUSA)Build the administrative skills you need to install, configure, manage, and upgrade three different Nutanix Unified Storage products: Volumes, Files, and Objects. This class is available as a self-paced online course, or with a live instructor and hands-on labs. 👉 Learn more and enroll Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA)Learn the skills you need to install, configure, and operate Nutanix Database Service (NDB), including RBAC, working with clusters, monitoring operations, and protecting and restoring databases. This class is available as a self-paced online course, or with a live instructor and hands-on labs. 👉 Learn more and enroll New Beta Certification ExamsNutanix Certified Professional - Unified Storage (NCP-US)This beta certification exam will measure your ability to

[The NCA 6.10 and NCP-MCI 6.10 beta exams have reached capacity and are now closed.] We’re excited to offer a limited -time opportunity to complete the beta certification exams for Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 and Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) 6.10 for free through November 3, 2024.What is the purpose of each exam? The NCA 6.10 beta exam validates your skills and abilities to navigate the Prism UI, extrapolate information from the UI, and know how to use the UI for basic operational tasks. Successful candidates have approximately 6-12 months of holistic IT infrastructure experience as well as 3-6 months of Nutanix virtualization experience.The NCP-MCI 6.10 beta exam measures your ability to interpret documented standards and perform key administrative tasks, such as deploying, configuring, migrating, troubleshooting, expanding, and managing within a Nutanix multicloud platform environment. Successful candidates have approximately 1-2 yea

We’re excited to announce the availability of our new Nutanix Kubernetes Platform Administration (NKPA) course and free beta certification exam opportunity for the new corresponding certification, Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN).  New TrainingNutanix Kubernetes Platform Administration (NKPA)This course teaches you how to deploy, configure, and manage the Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP), a fully turnkey solution built on pure upstream Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) conformant Kubernetes.Delivery Format24-hour self-paced online (free) Instructor-led coming soon👉 Learn more and enrollNew Beta Certification Exam[The NCP-CN beta exam has reached capacity and is now closed.]The new Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN) beta certification exam will measure your ability to deploy, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, and perform administrative tasks on a NKP cluster. Register now for the first available dates starting January 28, 2025. As a be

 As we near the end of 2024, it’s time to take a look back at the Nutanix University certification community milestones and congratulate all of the Nutanix Certified Professionals that joined the community this year.  There are now over 130 countries worldwide with a Nutanix Certified Professional. Check out the graphic below to view the map and find out the perks to becoming certified.    Comment below to let us know which country you represent! Congratulations again to everyone who achieved a Nutanix certification this year and best of luck to those in pursuit of it in 2024! Visit our website to find out more about getting certified. This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are

We’ve updated our popular associate and professional-level training to cover Nutanix AOS 6.10 and we have new dates for our expert-level in-person training so you can update your skills no matter where you are on your hybrid multicloud journey!  Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF) NHCF is designed for those who are new to Nutanix and want a feature-focused introduction to AOS storage, our scale-out storage technology, and Prism, our multicloud management interface.  During this course, you’ll dive into Nutanix centralized management capabilities, with an emphasis on quickly getting hands-on with the Nutanix platform. This introductory course starts by discussing key Nutanix products and cluster-related concepts.Delivery format: 2-day instructor-led  Virtual or in-person Comes with a free Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) exam voucher 10-hour self-paced online (free)Learn more & enroll Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) If you already have experience administering a Nutani

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed in December! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. December Video Rewind       Put your Nutanix skills to the test with our weekly Exam Prep Challenges on Youtube! Visit our Youtube Community to participate.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2025 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to external websites that are not part of Nutanix.com. Nutanix does not control these sites and disclaims all responsibilit

Don’t miss out on the hybrid mulitcloud conference of the year and take advantage of discounted training and free certification exams. Keep reading to find out more.  Join thousands of fellow Nutanix customers and tech enthusiasts at .NEXT 2025 happening in Washington, D.C. on May 7-9, 2025. Dive into the latest innovations on enterprise AI, and gain expert insights on streamlining your infrastructure and app management across clouds. Plus, if you’re ready to take your skills to the next level, we have you covered with exclusive training and free certification exams.  Here’s what you can look forward to: Day One: Discounted NCP-MCI Exam Prep TrainingMaximize your chances of earning our popular, top-paying NCP-MCI certification with this expert-led exam prep class for only $100. This class is designed around the exam blueprint guide and provides a set of practice questions that cover the NCP-MCI exam objectives. You will also have the opportunity to take a complimentary, live NCP-MCI ex