Gain new cloud certifications and level up your technical skills

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With IBM Cloud, opportunities to advance your career in the cloud never end.

Demonstrate that you have the necessary skills to support the rapidly expanding field of cloud computing – and tell the world you’re ready to help reshape how organizations and individuals do business with IBM Cloud credentials.

A daily plan and top-rated study materials can help you quickly and confidently earn your next (or first) IBM Cloud credential.

Where to begin?

Certify as an IBM Cloud Technical Advocate for free

Start with a rock-solid foundation – IBM Cloud Technical Advocate curriculum and certification.

Register for the Technical Advocate certification exam for free in October, while supplies last.

Study for the Technical Advocate exam

In addition to the highly-rated curriculum, access many new study resources from the IBM TechXchange September conference and get certified as an IBM Cloud Technical Advocate.

Here are some great (free!) study resources to help you earn your certification quickly and confidently:

• New! Access 60 sample exam questions in this presentation featuring rapid-fire questions and answers to solidify your IBM Cloud Technical Advocate certification exam knowledge.
• New! Review the daily, engaging series, Study with me blog, providing a daily blog of learning covering key topics and a question of the day, tailored to follow the Technical Advocate learning path.
• Experience, listen, and learn through the IBM Cloud Technical Advocate Watch Party video replays and resources in your quest to pass the certification exam and earn a digital badge along the way!
• Reinforce key topics on-the-go when you access the IBM Cloud Prep app to review study guides, flash cards, and a certification quiz.

Our FREE Second Chance promotion is still available

If you take the IBM Cloud Technical Advocate exam — or any IBM Cloud certification — and do not pass the first time, you still have the chance to take the exam again, for FREE! Take your exam with our second chance promotion. Learn more.

Advocate PLUS credentials recognize your efforts

Take it to the next level.

With the new IBM Cloud Advocate Plus credential, you can distinguish yourself among your peers, highlight your expertise and specialization, and grow your overall certifications.

IBM Cloud Advocate Plus released on September 8, 2023, is designed for IBM Cloud Associate-level learners who have previously earned the latest versions of IBM Cloud Advocate and IBM Cloud Technical Advocate.  In fact, you may already have earned this new credential.

When you have Advocate and Technical Advocate certificiations, check your Credly account and claim the new Advocate Plus certification. No additional testing required.

If you haven’t earned Advocate Plus yet, today is a terrific time to begin the learning path. If you have already earned it, keep your eyes peeled for more opportunities. Advocate Plus is the first of many new credentials planned for release in 2023 and 2024.

Learn from the certified global cloud community

Benefit from the experience of certified cloud professionals, curriculum designers, and cloud executives.

IBM Cloud Training TechXchange webinar replays are now available on our dedicated YouTube channel. Access updates and industry perspectives on cloud technology, anytime, anywhere. If you missed an episode, this is an easy way to catch up.

In the most recent episode, guest experts cover the latest updates to our IBM Cloud Professional Developer certification. The Professional Developer curriculum is now only 15 hours long, down from 55, with better alignment to the developer job role. Check out our TechXchange webinar replays today.

The award-winning IBM Center for Cloud Training meets you where you are in your learning journey by offering an extensive program of certifications in IBM Cloud-related disciplines. Learn more about IBM Cloud training and explore its variety of cloud certifications.

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