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What is the SNIA Storage Networking Certification Program (SNCP)?
The SNIA Storage Networking Certification Program (SNCP) establishes a uniform standard for the storage networking industry by which individual knowledge and skill sets can be verified. The program provides a strong foundation of vendor-neutral, systems level credentials that will integrate with and complement individual vendor certifications.
How soon can I expect to receive my SNIA certificate?
You can expect to receive a pdf version of your certificate in two (2) to three (3) weeks. SNIA gets a data feed from Prometric. Then we catalog and send out your certificates.
Are there re-certification requirements?
The storage networking industry is advancing rapidly and skill sets and knowledge need to be kept current. SNIA Certifications will be versioned, with new versions introduced as technology and industry changes warrant.
How soon can I expect to receive my SNIA certificate?
You can expect to receive a pdf version of your certificate in two (2) to three (3) weeks. SNIA gets a data feed from Prometric. Then we catalog and send out your certificates.
The SNIA Storage Networking Certification Program (SNCP)
Overview
The SNIA Storage Networking Certification Program (SNCP) provides a strong foundation of vendor-neutral, systems-level credentials that integrate with and complement individual vendor certifications. The structure of the SNCP has been enhanced to reflect the advancement and growth of storage networking technologies over the past few years, and to provide for expanded offerings in the future. Through evolving and enhancing the SNCP, the SNIA is establishing a uniform standard by which individual knowledge and skill sets can be judged.
- Validate your skills and knowledge
- Gain peer recognition
- Make yourself more valuable to your company
- Target and build upon the skills you have as an industry professional
Certification Credentials
The following certification credentials are available through the SNCP.
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SNIA Certified Professional (SCP) |
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SNIA Certified Systems Engineer (SCSE) |
Requirements
Exam Registration
- Pass the SNIA Storage Networking Management/Adminstration exam (S10-200) - Description (now available)
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- Pass the SNIA Storage Network Foundations exam (S10-101) - Description
* Those who have not upgraded their 2004 SNIA SCP certification must take the 2008 SNIA Storage Networking Foundations exam (S10-101) in order to earn the SNIA SCSE, SNIA SCA, or SNIA SCSN-E credentials. |
Storage Networking Management/Administration exam
- 51 Questions
- Passing scored 66%
- 60 minutes in U.S. and Canada
- 90 minutes outside the U.S. and Canada
- Practice test (10 items pdf)
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Supporting material and workshops
SNIA Storage Networking Managment/Administration workshops
http://www.snia.org/education/courses/ |
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SNIA Certified Architect (SCA) |
Requirements
Exam Registration
* Those who have not upgraded their 2004 SNIA SCP certification must take the 2008 SNIA Storage Networking Foundations exam (S10-101) in order to earn the SNIA SCSE, SNIA SCA, or SNIA SCSN-E credentials. |
Storage Architect - Assessment, Planning & Design
- 50 Questions
- Passing scored 66%
- 60 minutes in U.S. and Canada
- 90 minutes outside the U.S. and Canada
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Supporting material and workshops
SNIA Storage Networking Managment/Administration workshops
http://www.snia.org/education/courses/ |
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SNIA Certified Storage Networking Expert (SCSN-E) |
Requirements
Pass: Both of the following two SNIA Certifications
- SNIA Architect - Assessment, Planning & Design exam (S10-300) - Description (pdf)
- SNIA Storage Networking Management/Administration exam (S10-200) - Description (pdf)
And: Pass the SNIA Storage Foundation exam.
- SNIA Storage Network Foundations exam (S10-101) – Description (pdf)
Plus completion of one of the following vendor credentials
* Those who have not upgraded their 2004 SNIA SCP certification must take the 2008 SNIA Storage Networking Foundations exam (S10-101) in order to earn the SNIA SCSE, SNIA SCA, or SNIA SCSN-E credentials.
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SNIA Storage Network Foundations Workshop Course Description
Workshop dates and locations: http://www.snia.org/education/courses/
Storage Networking Foundations Certification Workshop provides a technical review of the storage networking concepts, technologies, and solution topics tested for in the SNIA Storage Networking Foundations Exam (S10-101). This course provides additional focus on the topics of SMI-S, data replication techniques, extended SAN considerations, IP Storage Networking technologies, NAS details, advanced storage technology issues and security.
Length: Three-days (subject to change)
Course Format: Instructor Led Lecture and Discussion
Prerequisites:
Participants should have fundamental knowledge of disc technology, RAID, storage protocols and IP protocols, and be familiar with storage networking topics and solutions.
Who Should Attend:
This course is intended for individuals who want to earn the SNIA Certified Professional credential through passing the SNIA Storage Networking Foundations exam. Generally, individuals who are currently working with IT products that are storage or networking focused and individuals who are currently working with traditional storage or networking products or services, including Fibre Channel and IP storage technologies, will benefit from this course.
This course may also benefit those in need of a thorough understanding of current storage networking technologies such as IT sales consulting and technical support professionals.
Storage Networking Management/Administration Workshop Course Description
Workshop dates and locations: http://www.snia.org/education/courses/
This course will give you the knowledge needed to manage and administer a SAN.
This course will cover topics for the day to day management of a storage networking environment and data center and leverage Fibre Channel specific technology where appropriate. This course will not cover basic concepts and technologies or detailed developer topics.
This course focuses on the objectives defined for the SNIA Storage Networking Management/Administration (S10-200) exam. This exam has been carefully constructed to certify that the successful candidate has the knowledge necessary to fulfill their responsibilities as a Storage Network Administrator. The exam objectives were developed from a SNIA conducted Job Task Analysis which was used to determine the skills needed for Storage Administration and Management.
This course will prepare you to take the SNIA Storage Network Management/Administration S10-200.
Course Format: Instructor Led Lecture and Discussion (2-days) (subject to change)
Prerequisites:
- SNIA Storage Network Foundations
- Understanding of traditional Networking Technology
- Understanding of traditional SCSI/Disk Technology
Who Should Attend:
Personnel who need to administrate and manage a storage network leveraging fibre channel technology
Course Topics:
- Network Administration
- Applied Fibre Channel Protocol (Change Management)
- Performance
- Storage Networking Management
- Business Continuance
- Backup and Recovery
- Fibre Channel Security
Workshop dates and locations: http://www.snia.org/education/courses/
Certification Requirements and Policies
Participants in the program will be allowed to re-take a SNIA exam after a 72-hour waiting period. This waiting period can be waived by the SNIA Education Chair or the SNIA Education Director.
The certification program update is now complete and the 2008 Credential Program is now in place.
Who Should Take the Exams?
The SNCP is designed to test expertise at various levels and targets IT professionals in a variety of job functions.
Click here for job role descriptions.
Where Are the Exams Offered and How Do I Register to Take the Exams?
All exams are offered through Thomson Prometric and are available worldwide at all Thomson Prometric test centers. Candidates may register online at www.prometric.com/snia.
Why Certification?
Prior to the SNCP, there had been no single standard by which to judge a professional's knowledge of storage networking technologies. Through its certification program, the SNIA is working to establish open standards for storage networking certification that IT organizations can trust. For professionals, certification through the SNIA SNCP is validation of an individual's level of storage networking knowledge and expertise.
For organizations, SNIA SNCP certification will provide employers with a benchmark against which to measure employees' skills. The SNCP will provide a level of assurance that employees have the requisite skills and abilities to support the deployment of storage networks.
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More Questions?
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