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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Your Roadmap to Success: 6 Steps to Prep for the NCP-MCI Certification ExamBlog

Are you preparing for the NCP-MCI certification exam or thinking about pursuing it? Continue reading to find out 6 ways to prepare. Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market. Our popular Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certification validates your skills and abilities to complete routine Nutanix tasks, including deploying and managing virtual infrastructure components and VMs, performing operational maintenance tasks, and initiating disaster recovery. It was also ranked the #8 top paying IT certification for two years in a row!In this blog we’ll focus on the 6 steps you can take to prepare for the exam to help ensure your success.Enroll in Training: The Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) course will deepen your knowledge as you grow in your career as a Nutanix administrator. Designed with Prism Central as the focal point, this course illustr

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Nutanix University at .NEXT: Behind the ScenesBlog

We’re excited to share a behind the scenes look at last week’s .NEXT 2024 event in Barcelona. It was an exciting three days for Nutanix University filled with learning, certifications, and networking, and we can’t wait to take you through each day of the event.  Day One: Exam Prep Training & Certification Exams The first day started with NCA Exam Prep and NCP-MCI Exam Prep training sessions. Attendees spent the day in intensive instructor-led sessions to prepare for the NCA and NCP-MCI exams. In each class they reviewed key exam topics and ran through practice questions with the help of their instructor. After a full day of preparation the students completed the certification exam onsite.    Event attendees also had the opportunity to complete the NCA, NCP, NCSE, NCS-Core, or NCM certification exam at no charge. The Certification Exam center opened bright and early at the start of the conference to deliver exams.  Day Two: Certification Exams & Expert PanelsCertification exams

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Your Roadmap to Success: 5 Steps to Prep for the NCP-MCA Certification ExamBlog

Are you getting ready for the NCP-MCA certification exam or thinking about pursuing it? Keep reading to find out 5 steps that will help you prepare.  Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market.  Our Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation (NCP-MCA) certification measures your knowledge of automation principles, as well as the automation capabilities built into the Nutanix platform. In this blog, we’ll focus on 5 steps you can take to prepare for the exam to help ensure your success.Complete the Related Training: The Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration (NMCAA) course teaches you the skills needed to install, configure, operate, and manage Nutanix X-Play and NCM Self-Service. Enroll in the self-paced online version for free, or buy a seat in the 2-day instructor-led course that comes with hands-on labs and a free exam voucher. Study the Exam Blueprint Guide: The NCP-M

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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NCP-MCI Exam Prep Class Now Available On Demand!Blog

We know setting aside time for exam prep can be difficult, so we’re offering a new on demand option for our popular NCP-MCI Exam Prep Class! Keep reading to find out more…   The Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI)  exam tests your skills and abilities in deploying, administering and troubleshooting Nutanix AOS. It also ranked #8 on Global Knowledge’s list of the top-paying IT certifications! If you’re looking to brush up your knowledge before taking the NCP-MCI exam, but need a flexible training option then this on demand prep class is for you! During the NCP-MCI Exam Prep class, you’ll review video lessons on key exam topics, take over 100 practice questions, and watch videos that explain the correct answer for each question. The on demand class delivery gives you immediate access to course videos. You’ll have up to one month to watch the recordings and you can even rewatch them up to three times! Plus, after you complete the course, you’ll receive a F

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2 years ago
SaadAzam
Nutanix Employee
SaadAzamNutanix Employee
published in Education Blog
6 Reasons to Get Nutanix CertifiedBlog

Have you been thinking about adding a Nutanix certification to your list of accomplishments? We’ve asked current certification holders and pulled together industry research to give you 6 great reasons why you should get Nutanix certified. Join the Nutanix certification community today! Are you in the process of getting certified? Comment below and let us know which certifications you’re preparing for.  Click here to view the infographic! 

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Nutanix University Survey: Tell Us What You Think!Blog

 The Nutanix University team works hard to deliver unique, innovative education programs that help propel your career to new heights. And now we want to hear from you! Tell us about your IT training and certification experience, your learning preferences, and how you’ve used Nutanix University. Please take 10 minutes to complete the survey and enter your email address at the end of the survey for a chance to win a Nutanix carry-on suitcase!         Take the survey here. Don't wait - this survey closes Friday, March 17.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2023 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

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Complete the 2024 IT Skills and Salary Survey and Enter to Win a $100 Gift Card!Blog

The 2024 Skillsoft IT Salary & Skills Survey is now open! Take the survey and be a part of one of the largest studies of IT salary, skills and certifications. Plus, you can enter to win a $100 gift card!By participating in this study, you can share how Nutanix certification and training has impacted your career. The data is published in a report that shares detailed analysis to help make the findings actionable for IT professionals at every stage of their career. Read on to see the answers to some common questions about the survey.  Q: How long does the survey take to complete?A: 15-30 minutes! If you can’t complete the survey in one sitting, add a bookmark to save your spot for up to two weeks. Come back to the survey using the same link. Q: Will my name be shown in the results?A: No! The survey is anonymous. Skillsoft doesn’t sell the data or share it with others. Q: Is there a reward for taking the survey?A: Yes! Skillsoft will reward 10 participants at random with a $100 gift c

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SaadAzamNutanix Employee
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OUT NOW! 2020 Schedule for Enterprise Cloud Solution Design Boot Camps and NPX Design Review SessionsBlog

We’re happy to announce that the 2020 Enterprise Cloud Solution Design Boot Camp and NPX Design Review schedule is available now!     Currently, we have six Enterprise Cloud Solution Design Boot Camps and two Nutanix Platform Expert (NPX) Design Review Sessions scheduled around the globe for 2020.     Enterprise Cloud Solution Design Boot Camps   Prepare yourself to engage with enterprise customers and design Nutanix Enterprise Cloud solutions that deliver real business value, with one of these free, 4-day design boot camps. These boot camps are led by an onsite team of dedicated NPX-certified instructors who will focus on designing multi-hypervisor solutions capable of supporting enterprise-class applications according to clearly defined service level agreements.   The Enterprise Cloud Solution Design boot camps provide great immersive learning experiences that will change how you approach enterprise solution design and delivery.   Whether you are pursuing your NPX certification or lo

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SaadAzam
Nutanix Employee
SaadAzamNutanix Employee
published in Education Blog
The Next Evolution of Nutanix CertificationBlog

This post was written by Jill Liles, Sr Marketing Manager for Nutanix UniversityOver the past few months we’ve made several announcements to key Nutanix certification programs, hinting at things to come. Well, the time has finally come: The evolution of Nutanix Education has arrived! (Read the complete press release here.)This next era of Nutanix University training and certification programs are being designed to give you options that let you build a customized learning path that meets your current and future career goals. The new programs will cover our key product areas:  Digital HCI Services Multicloud Infrastructure Data Center Services Data Services, Security & Governance, Business Continuity DevOps Services Multicloud Automation, Database Automation Desktop Services End User Computing At the same time, we’re also making it easier for you to get started with Nutanix certification by releasing a new foundational level: Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA).

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
[Giveaway Alert] Time for Another Monday Masterclass NCM Question!Blog

Think you have master-level Nutanix skills? Put them to the test with our Monday Masterclass Series.  Each month we’ll post a practice question from our new Nutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Professional (NCM-MCI) v6.5 exam. The question will be posted on the second Monday of each month and you’ll have 2 weeks to reply with your answer. We’ll post the correct answer to the blog after the entries have been submitted. Answer correctly and you’ll get an exclusive Monday Masterclass badge! 💥 Certification Apprentice: Reply with 1 correct answer  Certification Leader: Reply with 5 correct answers Your correct answers accumulate with each submission, so if you’ve already achieved the Certification Apprentice level, your next goal is Certification leader! We’ll also give one random winner a free Nutanix carry on suitcase!  Ready to get started? Check out the question below.  Exam Question You will need access to a 6.5 environment to work on this question. You can use Nutanix TestDrive

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Training Spotlight: Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration (NMCAA)Blog

Trying to find the right training course for you can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be! In this blog series, we will spotlight a variety of our courses that will help you choose the right course for your career goals.   At Nutanix University, we offer a variety of training courses designed around flexibility and freedom. No matter which stage of the hybrid multicloud journey you’re on, whether it be learning basic fundamentals or performing at an advanced level, we have the perfect course fit for your needs. Today, we will take a deep dive into our professional-level course: Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration (NMCAA)What’s covered in NMCAA? This course teaches you the skills needed to install, configure, operate, and manage Nutanix X-Play and Nutanix Calm (renamed to Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM) Self-Service).In this course, you will explore a number of subjects including:How to perform codeless task automation using X-Play and its actions gallery, plays, an

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Out Now: NHCF Facilitated Labs!Blog

We’re now offering facilitated labs for one of our popular training courses! Continue reading to find out more.  Facilitated Labs are a great way to practice your skills in a safe, real-world environment and we’re happy to announce that in addition to the Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) course, they’re also now available for Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF)! Whether you’ve taken the instructor-led (ILT) or online self-paced version of this course (or plan to in the future) you can now sign up for the Facilitated Labs to get additional hands-on practice time.Taking Facilitated Labs allows you to apply your knowledge while building your skills and confidence. It’s also an excellent way to prepare for the certification exam. You’ll even get a voucher to take the exam for free! In the one-day session, you’ll receive a lab guide and will have access to our Nutanix-hosted live lab environment from wherever you are. The lab environment is pre-configured and ready to run the labs

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Nutanix University Updates: Same Name, New ExperienceBlog

We’re excited to announce updates to the Nutanix University education portal! Same name, but better experience, all of the exciting new enhancements are designed with your needs in mind. Continue reading to find out more.  At Nutanix University we understand the IT landscape is always evolving and staying up to date on the latest technology is crucial. We work hard behind the scenes to give you the best training and certification experience, and that’s why we’ve added new features and enhancements to make that experience even better. Let’s dive into the exciting new features and enhancements that await you on Nutanix University.  Simplified, Intuitive Interface: We’ve designed the Nutanix University interface to be more intuitive and user-friendly. Navigation is easy, allowing you to quickly discover and access the latest Nutanix training and certifications. We’ve added detailed information about available courses and learning plans to help you select the right training for your goals.

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Popular Training and Certification Updated to AOS 5.20!Blog

We’ve updated our most popular training course and certification to cover Nutanix AOS 5.20. Continue reading to find out how you can take the exam for free!  Earlier this year we released AOS 5.20 and here’s the news you’ve all been waiting for — The Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) training course and Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certification for AOS 5.20 are now available! Be the first of your peers to hone your 5.20 skills. ECA Training Course The new Nutanix ECA course will enable you to successfully configure and manage Nutanix AOS 5.20 in the datacenter using the graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and command line interfaces (CLIs). You’ll also walk away with insight into a Nutanix cluster’s failover and self-healing capabilities, tips for solving common problems, and guidelines for collecting information when interacting with Nutanix Support.View Course NCP-MCI Certification ExamThe Nutanix NCP-MCI certification tests your skills and a

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Special Offer: Get NCP-MCI Exam Prep Free with ECA Class!Blog

From Nov 2022 through Jan 2023, get a FREE NCP-MCI Exam Prep class when you purchase the Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) v6.5 class at full price! Continue reading to learn more…  Now through January 31, 2023 anyone who purchases a virtual instructor-led ECA class delivered by Nutanix University will receive a NCP-MCI Exam Prep class for free! This limited-time package combines these two popular courses into a single, five-day training event. The first four days covers our best-selling course, ECA, which enables system, network, and storage administrators to successfully configure and manage Nutanix in the datacenter. It covers many of the tasks administrators perform through graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and command line interfaces (CLIs). Plus, with instructor-led training, you have access to expert instructors who can answer questions along the way and you’ll receive a voucher to take the certification exam for free! After the ECA class, on the fifth day, you’ll sit in on t

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Nutanix Employee
SaadAzamNutanix Employee
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New Certification Exam Open for RegistrationBlog

This post was authored by Sydney Araya, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist, Education Services at Nutanix. A few weeks ago, we announced a new professional level certification, the Nutanix Certification Professional – Data Services (NCP-DS). The beta version of this certification exam has closed, and we would like to give a special thank you to everyone who participated in the beta!Starting today, you can now register for the live version of the exam with the first available date being March 30th. NCP-DS certification holders have proven their ability to deploy, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, and perform administrative tasks on the Nutanix Enterprise Cloud storage and data services Files, Objects, and Volumes technologies.So, if this aligns with your personal career path, you can go ahead register for your exam date now. While you’re waiting, we suggest using this time to prepare:1. Review the knowledge objectives in the exam blueprint guide2. Take our Nutanix Data Services Admini

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
Nutanix University Top Training Partners of the YearBlog

 Nutanix University is proud to recognize the following Authorized Training Partners (ATPs) for outstanding quality and performance during 2022. These partners are being recognized for their leadership and performance in delivering quality Nutanix training to customers and partners around the globe.  Highest QualityAsia Pacific - RedEducation Europe, Middle East & Africa - TIM North America - TechData USTop PerformingAsia Pacific - ZERO One Europe, Middle East & Africa - Global Knowledge North America - Adistec “We congratulate all our ATPs for their ongoing commitment to the industry, and thank them for their continued partnership in delivering the Nutanix curriculum and enhancing the skills and abilities of cloud professionals everywhere,” said Vijeev Verma, Sr. Director of Customer Experience at Nutanix.  This article was written by Jill Liles, Marketing Director.  ©️️️ 2022 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and se

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Nutanix Certifications Propel Your CareerBlog

This post was authored by Sydney Araya, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist, Education Services Nutanix. A Discussion with Igor Zecevic, Consulting Architect at Nutanix The Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) certification tests candidates on their ability to create and deliver Cloud-Smart solutions that leverage the Nutanix stack for Private Cloud and the best offerings from our Public Cloud partners for hybrid services. Every NCX is an expert in their field and has the proven ability to design enterprise-scale solutions that support business-critical applications with service level agreements specified by business stakeholders. Recently we caught up with Igor Zecevic to talk about his experience earning his expert-level certification and to get his advice for other professionals looking to earn their NCX.   Q. Can you tell us a little bit about your IT background? I have been working in the IT industry for about 10 years now with experience working on the customer side before coming to Nuta

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SaadAzamNutanix Employee
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EUC Training ResourcesBlog

This post was authored by Jill Liles, Sr Marketing Manager at Nutanix.   Companies have been investing in VDI technology for years for a variety of reasons: secure access for remote workforces, simplified app and desktop management, and increased productivity. But the last few weeks have seen interest in this technology skyrocket as everyone adjusts to wide-scale work from home recommendations.   We’ve been in the fortunate position of being able to help our customers scale their existing VDI environments, or try them out  for the first time while we all adjust to the new normal caused by COVID-19.   But along with getting the technology into the right hands, we want to make sure you understand how to make the most of it. And we’ve collected these resources to help get you started.     End-User Computing                                                          eLearning Part of the Enterprise Cloud Solutions course from Nutanix University, this elearning explores Xi Frame and

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
New NCP-MCI Exam Prep Class Out Now!Blog

Register for the new NCP-MCI Exam Prep class and receive a free exam voucher!  Looking to brush up your knowledge before taking the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) exam? Then this one-day class is for you!  The new NCP-MCI Exam Prep class will review key exam topics and go through a set of test questions for each module. The class covers topics outlined in the NCP-MCI Exam Blueprint Guide that can be downloaded here.  With this instructor-led class, you’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and get real-time feedback along the way.  Plus, after you complete the course, you’ll receive a FREE NCP-MCI exam voucher!  Set yourself up for success and sign up today. Classes start on December 10. But don’t delay, seats are filling up fast!  » Click here to get started.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Customer Marketing Specialist.   2021 Nutanix, Inc.  All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service na

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SaadAzamNutanix Employee
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Don’t Miss Out on this Limited Time Offer!Blog

This post was authored by Sydney Araya, Customer Marketing Specialist, Education Services at Nutanix. Stop overpaying for certifications! Here at Nutanix University, we’re making it easier than ever to take the next step in your Nutanix journey by offering a discount on all our certification exams.That’s right for the next 3 months, we’re offering 75% off ALL of our Nutanix Certification exams! That includes:NCA NCP-MCI NCP-DS NCM-MCI NCSX NCSE: Core NCSE: EDU NCSCore NCSCoreM NCSR But before you head off to take the exam, we recommend spending a little time with the exam blueprint guide and the related training courses in Nutanix University to make sure that you are as prepared for success as you can be. Once you’re ready to take the exam, just use the discount code P75NTXQ321 when you register. Don’t wait too long! This offer is only available until July 31, 2021. Start Saving Now! Terms and ConditionsEligible exams include all Nutanix certification exams.  You must register by July

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SaadAzamNutanix Employee
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Training and Certification Programs at the Global .NEXT Digital ExperienceBlog

This post was authored by Sydney Araya, Customer Marketing Specialist, Education Services at Nutanix.   Join us for the Global .NEXT Digital Experience, happening September 8th – September 10th, 2020! .NEXT is your one-stop source for information, education, and inspiration on the latest IT technologies and trends. This event is the perfect opportunity to enhance your value to current and potential employers by growing your knowledge and skills with education courses, certification opportunities and hands-on labs. Over these 3 days, you can: Brush up on the skills & knowledge you need to succeed on the NCP exam Get the hot new industry certifications managers are looking for Discover more Nutanix solutions to key technology challenges like security, HCI, and EUC ----------------------------------------------- FREE Nutanix Certification Exams Experience .NEXT like never before and leave with a new certification! All .NEXT attendees will receive a voucher to take t

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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[Giveaway Alert] Time for Another Monday Masterclass NCM Question!Blog

Think you have master-level Nutanix skills? Put them to the test with our Monday Masterclass Series.  Each month we’ll post a practice question from our new Nutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Professional (NCM-MCI) v6.5 exam. The question will be posted on the second Monday of each month and you’ll have 2 weeks to reply with your answer. We’ll post the correct answer to the blog after the entries have been submitted.  Answer correctly and you’ll get an exclusive Monday Masterclass badge!Certification Apprentice: Reply with 1 correct answer  Certification Leader: Reply with 5 correct answersYour correct answers accumulate with each submission, so if you’ve already achieved the Certification Apprentice level, your next goal is Certification leader!  We’ll also give one random winner a Nutanix remote control race car!  Ready to get started? Check out the question below.  Exam Question: To answer this question, you can use your own Cluster or one of the Test Drive Clusters. Scenario:The

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
[Giveaway Alert] Time for Another Monday Masterclass NCM Question!Blog

Think you have master-level Nutanix skills? Put them to the test with our Monday Masterclass Series.  Each month we’ll post a practice question from our new Nutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Professional (NCM-MCI) v6.5 exam. The question will be posted on the second Monday of each month and you’ll have 2 weeks to reply with your answer. We’ll post the correct answer to the blog after the entries have been submitted. Answer correctly and you’ll get an exclusive Monday Masterclass badge!Certification Apprentice: Reply with 1 correct answer  Certification Leader: Reply with 5 correct answersYour correct answers accumulate with each submission, so if you’ve already achieved the Certification Apprentice level, your next goal is Certification leader! We’ll also give one random winner a free Nutanix carry-on suitcase!            Ready to get started? Check out the question below.  Exam QuestionYou will need access to a 6.5 environment with Prism Central to work on this question. You can u

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog
2022 Certification Chronicles: NCPs Around the WorldBlog

Check out the Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) global community and learn how you can be a part of it! As we near the end of 2022, it’s time to take a look back at some NCP program highlights and congratulate all of the new NCPs that joined the community this year. NCPs are now in over 136 countries around the world! Comment below to let us know which country you represent! If you haven’t received your NCP certification yet, now is a great time to start! In a recent survey by Skillsoft, they reviewed the top paying IT certifications today and the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certification ranked #8 on the list for the second year in a row! Check out the full article. Getting certified has also been shown to help grow your career faster when you get certified early! Congratulations again to everyone who achieved their NCP certification this year and best of luck to those in pursuit of it in 2023! Visit our website to find out more about gettin

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