VMware Training
National Business Training offers VMware training and certification courses that build and recognize the virtualization knowledge and expertise needed to transform IT.
The value of VMware Certifications
VMware offers certifications designed to validate and recognize IT professionals with the technical capabilities and real-world experience needed to effectively deploy VMware products and operate and maintain their VMware cloud environments, giving companies the confidence and peace of mind that their IT employees have the skills and experience needed to be successful in the cloud era. VMware’s role-based framework matches VMware certifications to both the roles that companies need to effectively design, operate, and evolve their cloud environment, and to the key technology solution areas that support the evolution to the cloud.
Available via live online classes, at our facility in Raleigh-Durham, NC, and on-site training throughout North Carolina including Fayetteville, Wilmington, Charlotte, Greenville/New Bern, Greensboro, Jacksonville, and Winston-Salem.
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VMware is the world leader in virtualizing computing, from the data center to the cloud to mobile devices, to help businesses be more agile, responsive, and profitable. VMware’s One Cloud, Any Application, Any Device architecture enables customers to rapidly develop, automatically deliver, and safely consume all applications. Built on the foundation of the Software-Defined Data Center—which fully automates the virtualized infrastructure of compute, storage, networking and security—this software-defined approach enables customers to implement unified hybrid cloud and fully realized business mobility.
VMware training gives companies confidence that their IT employees have the skills and experience necessary to initiate VMware technologies. For an individual, VMware training provides a solid foundation for career growth in the field of cloud-based technology..
As an authorized training partner for VMware, National Business Training offers expert training from VMware Certified Instructors.
Students receive hands-on training with equipment that conforms to VMware standards. Once students complete training, they will be ready to deploy VMware products, and operate VMware cloud environments.
VMware Certifications
VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 6 DCV
Step 1
TAKE ONE OF THESE COURSES
VMware® vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage v6.5
VMware® vSphere: Optimize and Scale v6.5
VMware® vSphere: Fast Track v6.0
vSphere: Design and Deploy Fast Track v6
vSphere: Optimize and Scale plus Troubleshooting Fast Track v6.0
VMware® vSphere: Troubleshooting Workshop v6.0
What’s New v5.5 to v6.5
VMware® vSphere: Install, Configure and Manage plus Optimize and Scale Fast Track v6.0
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
2V0-620 vSphere 6 Foundations
2V0-621 VCP6-DVC
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Professional 6 Data Center Virtualization
VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 5 DCV
Step 1
TAKE ONE OF THESE COURSES
VMware® vSphere Install, Configure, Manage v5.5
vSphere: Fast Track v5.5
vSphere: Optimize & Scale v5.5
vSphere: Troubleshooting Workshop v5.5
VMware® vSphere with Operations Management: Fast Track v5.1
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCP550 VCP5-DCV
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Professional 5 Data Center Virtualization
VMWARE CERTIFIED ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL 5 DCA
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
vSphere Optimize & Scale v5.5
vSphere Troubleshooting Workshop v5.5
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VDCA550 VCAP5-DCA
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 Data Center Administration
VMWARE CERTIFIED ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL 5 DCD
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
vSphere: Design Workshop v5.x
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VDCD550 VCAP5-DCD
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 Data Center Design
VMWARE CERTIFIED DESIGN EXPERT 5 DCV
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
vSphere: Design Workshop v5.x
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCDX5-DCV apply on VMware site
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Design Expert 5 Data Center Virtualization
The CompTIA Mobility+ Certification is aimed at current or prospective IT support personnel with at least a year of experience working with computer networks, who want to develop their IT skills to include mobile device and over-the-air technologies.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will learn:
- How to configure over-the-air technologies
- Applying RF principles
- How to implement a wireless network infrastructure
- How to incorporate mobile security
- Troubleshooting skills with mobile devices and networks
- How to prepare the enterprise for a mobile network
- None. It is strongly recommended you have your CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications or equivalent working knowledge and at least 18 months of work experience in administration of mobile devices in the enterprise.
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
CompTIA Mobility+
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
CompTIA Mobility+
MB0-001
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
CompTIA Mobility+ Certification
Mobility+ Certifications are valid for three years. To keep your certification current, you must complete Continuing Education Units. Learn more about CEUs here.
VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 6 DTM
Step 1
TAKE ONE OF THESE COURSES
VMware® Horizon (with View): Install, Configure, Manage v6.2
Horizon: Design and Deploy v6
Horizon (with View): Install, Configure, Manage v6
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
2V0-620 vSphere 6 Foundations
2V0-651 VCP6-DTM Exam
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Professional 6 Desktop and Mobility
VMWARE CERTIFIED DESIGN EXPERT DT
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
View: Design Best Practices v5.x
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCDX-DT Design Defense. Apply on VMware site
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Design Expert Desktop
VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 6 CMA
Step 1
TAKE ONE OF THESE COURSES
Cloud Automation: Design and Deploy Fast Track v6.0
VMware® vRealize Automation: Install, Configure, Manage v6.2
VMware® Cloud Orchestration and Extensibility v6.1
Cloud Automation Center: Install, Configure, Manage v6.0
VMware® vRealize Business: Costing and Implementation
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
2V0-620 vSphere Foundations Exam
2V0-631 VCP6-CMA
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Professional 6 Cloud Management and Automation
VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CLOUD
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
VMware® vCloud Director: Install, Configure, Manage v5.5
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCPC550 VCP-Cloud
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Professional Cloud
VMWARE CERTIFIED DESIGN EXPERT CLOUD
Step 1
TAKE THESE COURSES
vCloud: Design Best Practices v1.5
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCDX5-Cloud Design Defense. Apply on VMware site
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Design Expert Cloud
VMWARE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 6 NV
Step 1
TAKE ONE OF THESE COURSES
VMware® NSX: Install, Configure, Manage v6.2
VMware® NSX for Internetworking Experts Fast Track v6.1
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
2V0-620 vSphere 6 Foundations Exam
2V0-641 VCP6-NV Exam
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Professional 6 Network Virtualization
VMWARE CERTIFIED IMPLEMENTATION EXPERT NV
Step 1
TAKE THIS COURSE
VMware® NSX: Install, Configure, Manage v6.2
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCXN610 VCIX-NV
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
VMware Certified Implementation Expert Network Virtualization
VMWARE CERTIFIED DESIGN EXPERT NV
Step 1
TAKE ONE OF THESE COURSES
VMware® NSX for Internetworking Experts Fast Track v6.1
VMware® NSX: Install, Configure, Manage v6.2
Step 2
TAKE THESE EXAMS
VCDX-NV Design Defense. Apply on VMware site
Step 3
EARN THESE CERTIFICATIONS
Vmware Certified Design Expert Network Virtualization
VMWARE ON DEMAND NV
VMware On Demand offers robust self-paced courses, with hands-on practice, easy access to VMware’s cloud-based lab environment, and an ability to apply concepts learned in an interactive way. It is a powerful alternative to the traditional instructor-led classroom, for students that prefer to work at their own pace or cannot take the time away from work for traditional format full day and week long classes.
- After purchase, you have 90 days to access a class, then a full 45 days to complete it
- The On Demand courses fully meet VMware certification requirements
- Most On Demand courses INCLUDE the certification exam voucher
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VMware Courses
Data Center Automation with vRealize Orchestrator and vSphere PowerCLI
This course equips experienced administrators with the knowledge to use the automation tools that all vSphere customers have access to. Students learn how to automate administration tasks with VMware vSphere® PowerCLI™ and VMware vRealize® Orchestrator™
VMware AirWatch: Bootcamp
In this course, students will learn how to enable containerized applications, deploy & manage corporate email, & integrate AirWatch with their enterprise resources.
VMware AirWatch: Configure and Deploy Integrated Solutions
In this course, students will cover the enablement of containerized applications, deployment & management of corporate email, & integration with enterprise resources. Students will access hands-on labs & learn best practices for mobile deployment.
VMware AirWatch: Configure and Manage
This course provides insight into the current challenges of enterprise mobility & how AirWatch can help you solve those challenges. Students will gain a comprehensive view of all AirWatch® Enterprise Mobility Management™ solutions & key device platforms.
VMware App Volumes: Application and User Profile Management [V2.X]
This course builds your skills in application management using VMware App Volumes™ and VMware User Environment Manager™. You will learn how to use App Volumes to deliver applications and data to desktops and users in seconds and at scale.
VMware Cloud Orchestration and Extensibility [V6.1]
The course focuses on extensibility and advanced administration through the use of vCenter Orchestrator workflows in vCloud Automation Center.
VMware Cloud Orchestration and Extensibility [V7.1]
This course focuses on extensibility and advanced administration through the use of vRealize Orchestrator workflows in vRealize Automation. You will gain practical experience through the completion of hands-on labs.
VMware Horizon (with View): Install, Configure, Manage v6.2
This hands-on training course gives students the skills to deliver virtual desktops and applications through a single virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) platform. It builds upon the skills of installing, configuring, and managing the View component.
VMware Horizon 7: Install Configure Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track [V7]
This intensive five-day, extended-hours course gives you the skills to deliver virtual desktops and applications through a single virtual desktop infrastructure platform.
VMware Horizon 7: Install, Configure, Manage
This five-day, hands-on course gives you the skills to deliver virtual desktops and applications through a single virtual desktop infrastructure platform.
VMware Horizon 7: Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization
During this course, students will gain the advanced knowledge, skills, methodology, and abilities to achieve competence in troubleshooting the View component of VMware Horizon® 7..
VMware Horizon 7: Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization [V7]
Gain the advanced knowledge, skills, methodology, and abilities to achieve competence in troubleshooting the View component of VMware Horizon 7.
VMware Mirage [V5.0] and Horizon with View [V6.0]: Fast Track
This course provides students with skills that they need to deploy a unified image management system using VMware Mirage™ as well as installing, configuring, and managing the VMware Horizon™ View™ component of VMware Horizon™.
VMware Mirage: Install Configure Manage [V5.0]
This course provides students with skills that they need to deploy a unified image management system. Students will learn how to configure security, manage images, perform a Windows migration, set up endpoint protection, & perform management functions.
VMware NSX: Install Configure Manage [V6.2]
This course focuses on installing, configuring, and managing VMware NSX™. This course covers VMware NSX as a part of the software-defined data center platform, features of VMware NSX, and functionality operating at Layer 2 through Layer 7 of the OSI model
VMware NSX: Install Configure Manage plus Troubleshooting and Operations Fast Track [V6.2]
This course focuses on installing, configuring, and managing VMware NSX®. This course presents VMware NSX as a part of the software-defined data center. The course also details logical routing to enable you to route between different environments.
VMware NSX: Troubleshooting and Operations [V6.2]
This course prepares students to troubleshoot & operate a VMware NSX® deployment. Students will learn how to isolate problems and identify resolutions, as well as gain an understanding of how VMware NSX integrates with other VMware products.
VMware Site Recovery Manager: Install Configure Manage [V6.1]
This two-day, hands-on training course gives experienced VMware vSphere® administrators the knowledge to install, configure, and manage VMware Site Recovery Manager™ 6.1.
VMware vCenter Configuration Manager: Install Configure Manage [V5.7]
This course provides you with the knowledge and skills to install and configure vCenter Configuration Manager, navigate the user interface, manage compliance, and perform administrative and configuration tasks against your infrastructure.
VMware vCloud Director: Install Configure Manage [V8.10]
In this five-day course, you will focus on designing, installing, configuring, and managing VMware vCloud Director® 8.10 for service providers.
VMware vCloud Director: Install Configure Manage [V8.10]
In this five-day course, you will focus on designing, installing, configuring, and managing VMware vCloud Director 8.10 for service providers.
VMware Virtual SAN: Deploy and Manage [V6.2]
In this course, students will focus on deploying and managing a software-defined storage solution with VMware Virtual SAN™ 6.2. Students will learn how Virtual SAN functions as an important component in the VMware software-defined data center.
VMware vRealize Automation: Install Configure Manage [V7.0]
During this course, students will focus on installing, configuring, and managing VMware vRealize® Automation™. Students will also learn about the configuration and use of the vRealize Automation platform.
VMware vRealize Business: Costing and Implementation
This course equips experienced VMware vSphere® administrators with the knowledge to install, configure, and manage VMware vCenter Site Recovery Manager™ 5.0. This course also equips vSphere administrators with the knowledge to assist in disaster planning
VMware vRealize Operations Manager: Install Configure Manage [V6.2]
This course teaches students how to use VMware vRealize® Operations Manager™ as a forensic and predictive tool. This course includes instruction on advanced capabilities, including customization and management.
VMware vSphere: Fast Track [V6.5]
This course features intensive, hands-on training that focuses on installing, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting VMware vSphere 6.5.
VMware vSphere: Fast Track [V6]
This course focuses on installing, configuring, managing & troubleshooting VMware vSphere® 6, including VMware ESXi™ 6 and VMware vCenter Server™ 6. Students will gain practical experience through the completion of intensive, hands-on labs.
VMware vSphere: Install Configure Manage plus Optimize and Scale Fast Track [V6.0]
This intensive, extended-hours and hands-on lab training course focuses on installing, configuring, managing and mastering VMware vSphere® 6.0
VMware vSphere: Install Configure Manage plus Virtual SAN Fast Track [V6]
This five-day intensive, extended-hours and hands-on lab training course focuses on installing, configuring, managing, and mastering VMware vSphere® 6.0, including VMware ESXi™ 6.0 and VMware vCenter® 6.0
VMware vSphere: Install Configure Manage plus Optimize and Scale Fast Track [V6.5]
Building on the installation & configuration content, you will develop advanced skills needed to manage & maintain a highly available virtual infrastructure.
VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage v6.0
This course will give you a solid understanding of how to administer a vSphere infrastructure for an organization of any size.
VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage v6.5
This five-day course features intensive hands-on training that focuses on installing, configuring, and managing VMware vSphere® 6.5, which includes VMware ESXi™ 6.5 and VMware vCenter Server® 6.5. This course prepares you to administer a vSphere infrastructure for an organization of any size. It is the foundation for most other VMware technologies in the software-defined data center.
VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale [V6.5]
This five-day course will teach you advanced skills for configuring and maintaining a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure. Through a mix of lecture and hands-on labs, you will configure and optimize the vSphere features that build a foundation for a truly scalable infrastructure, and you will discuss when and where these features have the greatest effect. Anyone who is ready to take their understanding of vSphere to a deeper level and learn how to use advanced features and controls will greatly benefit from this course.
VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale [V6]
In this course, students will configure and optimize the vSphere features that build a foundation for a truly scalable infrastructure and discuss when and where these features have the greatest effect.
VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale plus Troubleshooting Fast Track [V6.0]
This course is a blend of the vSphere: Optimize & Scale and vSphere Troubleshooting classes. It brings the best of each of these courses into a single unique offering that equips experienced VMware administrators with advanced VMware knowledge.
VMware vSphere: Skills for Operators [V6]
This course is designed to help operators and administrators who create and manage virtual machines. By combining lecture and hands-on labs the course will help students gain the skills required to work effectively with VMware virtual machines.
VMware vSphere: Troubleshooting Workshop [V6.0]
This hands-on training workshop provides students with the advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve competence in troubleshooting the VMware vSphere® 6 environment.
VMware vSphere: Troubleshooting Workshop [V6.5]
Gain the advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve competence in troubleshooting the VMware vSphere® 6.5 environment.
VMware vSphere: What’s New [V5.5 to V6.5]
In this three-day, hands-on training course, you will explore the new features and enhancements in VMware vCenter Server® 6.5 and VMware ESXi™ 6.5. Real-world use case deployment scenarios, hands-on lab exercises, and lectures will teach you the skills that you need to effectively implement and configure VMware vSphere® 6.5. This class is recommended for customers who want to deploy vSphere 6.5 into their existing vSphere environment.
VMware vSphere: What’s New [V5.5 to V6]
In this course, students will explore the newest features and enhancements in VMware vCenter Server™ 6 and VMware ESXi™ 6. This class is recommended for customers who want to deploy vSphere 6 into their existing vSphere environment.
Application Virtualization with VMware ThinApp [V5.0]
This course provides administrators with the knowledge & skills to virtualize Windows applications with VMware® ThinApp®, modify the Package.ini parameters to handle special circumstances, & choose the best deployment processes for their environment.