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VMware Certified Professional -

Network Virtualization 2022
(VCP-NV)

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS INTRO CERTIFICATION OVERVIEW

Certification Requirements hold value
because they signify that you have
The VCP-NV 2022 certification proves you can transform the
undergone the necessary lessons,
training, seminars, and hands-on economics of network and security operations for your company.
experiences that are required to fill the VCP-NV 2022 certification validates your ability to install, configure,
job.
and administer NSX virtual networking implementations, regardless
LEARN MORE of the underlying physical architecture.
We welcome you to visit the official VCP-
NV 2022 certification webpage: In this document we show the different certification paths available to earn
https://www.vmware.com/education- the VCP-NV 2022 certification, depending on what certifications you
services/certification/vcp-nv-nsxt.html
already hold. You may follow this guide as a learning resource of what is
required of you to earn this certification.
CERTIFICATION SUPPORT
If you need help with a Certification Path
or with Certification Requirements, please
contact the Certification Support Team at:
[email protected]

CANDIDATE AGREEMENT
The Candidate Agreement is a legal
document between the candidate and
VMware regarding participation in the
VMware Certification Program including
access to and use of any Program benefit,
VMware Certification credentials, or any
VMware Certification logo that VMware
makes available as part of the Program.

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Certification Path Requirements

Certification path if you hold no VCP Certifications Certification path if you hold a VCP-NV 2021

1. (Recommended) Gain experience with NSX technologies 1. (Recommended) Gain experience with NSX technologies
2. (Required) Attend ONE of the required training courses 2. Option 1 - Attend ONE of the training courses in 2022

Courses used by VMware to develop this exam and strongly Courses used by VMware to develop this exam and strongly
recommended to you for exam preparation: recommended to you for exam preparation:
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0] VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]

Courses VMware will accept which meet training course Courses VMware will accept which meet training course
requirements (List includes the courses used to develop this requirements (List includes the courses used to develop this
exam.): exam.):
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0] VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Design [V3.0] VMware NSX-T Data Center: Design [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations
[V3.0] [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0] - VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0] -
On Demand On Demand
VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer: ICM plus VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer: ICM plus Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting and Operations Fast Track and Operations Fast Track
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations
[V3.0] - On Demand [V3.0] - On Demand
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1] VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1]
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1] - On VMware NSX-T Data Center: Multisite Deployments with
Demand Federation
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.2] VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1] - On
Demand

3. (Required) Review and study the topics and objectives listed in

VMware Cloud Director: Advanced Networking with NSX-T Data
the Exam Guide and pass the qualifying exam
Center [V10.2]

Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center 3.0 (2V0-41.20) VMware NSX-T Data Center: Multisite Deployments with
Federation - On Demand
135 MINUTES 70 Questions $250 USD
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1]
Schedule Exam VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1] - On
Demand
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.2]

3. Option 2 - Review and study the topics and objectives listed in

the Exam Guide and pass the qualifying exam
Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center 3.0 (2V0-41.20)
135 MINUTES 70 Questions $250 USD
Schedule Exam

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Certification Path Requirements

Certification path if you hold a VCP-DCV 2019 or Newer OR Certification path if you hold a Cisco Certification
VCP-CMA 2019 or Newer OR VCP-DTM 2019 or Newer OR
VCP-DW 2019 or Newer OR VCP-SEC 2020 or Newer OR
VCP-AM 2021 or Newer 1. (Recommended) Gain experience with NSX technologies
2. (Required) Submit proof that you hold an Active/Non-Expired
Cisco CCNA, CCNP, CCIE or CCDE certification
1. (Recommended) Gain experience with NSX technologies
Submit proof
2. (Recommended) Attend one of the training courses:

3. (Required) Review and study the topics and objectives listed in

Courses used by VMware to develop this exam and strongly the Exam Guide and pass the qualifying exam
recommended to you for exam preparation:
Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center 3.0 (2V0-41.20)
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]
135 MINUTES 70 Questions $250 USD
Schedule Exam
Courses VMware will accept which meet training course
requirements (List includes the courses used to develop this
exam.):
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Design [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations
[V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]
- On Demand
VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer: ICM plus
Troubleshooting and Operations Fast Track
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations
[V3.0] - On Demand
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1]
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1] - On
Demand

3. (Required) Review and study the topics and objectives listed

in the Exam Guide and pass the qualifying exam
Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center 3.0 (2V0-41.20)
135 MINUTES 70 Questions $250 USD
Schedule Exam

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Certification Path Requirements

Certification path if you hold a VCP-NV 2019 or Newer

1. (Recommended) Gain experience with NSX technologies

2. (Recommended) Attend ONE of the training courses

Courses used by VMware to develop this exam and strongly

recommended to you for exam preparation:
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]

Courses VMware will accept which meet training course

requirements (List includes the courses used to develop this
exam.):
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Design [V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations
[V3.0]
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.0]
- On Demand
VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer: ICM plus
Troubleshooting and Operations Fast Track
VMware NSX-T Data Center: Troubleshooting and Operations
[V3.0] - On Demand
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1]
VMware NSX-T Data Center for Intrinsic Security [V3.1] - On
Demand

3. (Required) Review and study the topics and objectives listed

in the Exam Guide and pass the qualifying exam
Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center 3.0 (2V0-41.20)
135 MINUTES 70 Questions $250 USD
Schedule Exam

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FAQs
Do I have to complete certification requirements in the order listed?
No, however we strongly recommend that you do. Please note that successfully registering to take an exam does not imply that you
meet the certification requirements in full.

If I earned a VCP-NV certification previously, how can I achieve the new VCP-NV 2022 certification?
VMware provides multiple paths for prior certification holders. Check the path appropriate for your circumstances under the
certification overview page.

Does VMware recognize my Cisco certifications?

Yes, some Cisco certifications can be used in place of course requirements. Check the path appropriate for your circumstances under
the certification overview page.

How do I submit proof of my Cisco certifications to VMware?

Please click here for instructions on how to submit proof.

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