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IT Professional Certifications

For new and experienced IT professionals

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Increase your value and show how much you know with
Pure Storage IT Professional Certifications

Stand out

Differentiate yourself from the crowd and be the preferred IT professional with our industry-recognized certifications.

Deliver award-winning solutions

Show your company and your colleagues how to simplify data and storage, forever, with Pure Storage solutions.

Get the credit you deserve

Use your certification badges to highlight your competence, knowledge, and career commitment.

Associate Certifications

Pure Certified

Data Storage Associate

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Professional Certifications

Pure Certified

FlashArray Storage Professional

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FlashBlade Storage Professional

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Portworx Enterprise Professional

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Data Protection Professional

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Specialist Certifications

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FlashArray Implementation Specialist

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FlashBlade Implementation Specialist

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FlashArray Support Specialist

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FlashBlade Support Specialist

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Cloud Block Store Specialist

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Migration Specialist

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Expert Certifications

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Platform Architect Expert

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Step 1

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Step 2

Schedule an Exam 


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Step 3

Claim Your Badge 


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Step 4

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Pure Storage IT Professional Certification FAQs

You may still have questions after reviewing the Certification Guide. See below for frequently asked questions and answers.

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People also ask:

1. How is a certification exam administered?

Each certification exam is a multiple-choice online exam. It is proctored online, and you must have a webcam. The proctor will monitor you for the duration of the exam.

2. Is the certification an open book exam?

No. You won’t be able to refer to any external materials during the exam.

3. Do I need to attend a training course before taking a certification exam?

Training is not required. However, we provide exam prep resources and other training courses to help you prepare for an exam. Each exam is designed to test your on-the-job experience.

4. What is the cost of a certification exam?

Each Associate exam costs $200. Each Professional and Specialist exam costs $300. Each Expert exam costs $400.

5. Does the certification expire?

Yes. Each IT professional certification is valid for three years.

6. How do I renew my certification?

IT Certifications carry a three-year validity period and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. All exams can be renewed by retaking the updated version of the exam.

The following alternative pathways to recertification are also available:

  • The DSA exam is automatically renewed if you earn a Professional, Specialist, or Expert level certification.
  • Pilot options are being added to allow credential holders to complete continuing education activities instead of retaking the exam. More information on exam eligibility and how to complete, track, and submit renewal activities is coming soon.

7. How do I request exam accommodations?

Access the accommodation request form and submit the request.

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