By Santhosh Pallikara, Program Director, Learning & Development
Certifications provide channel resellers with a strategic advantage that delivers measurable value to both the partner and their customers. With verified data resilience expertise, channel partners can deploy solutions effectively and troubleshoot efficiently to deliver optimal results.
For IT teams working with services partners with data resilience certifications translates to confidence that their systems are handled by professionals. This may be one of the reasons why certified partners earn up to six times more than their uncertified peers.1
As a recognized leader in the data protection and recovery landscape, Arcserve leaders understand that the effectiveness of our solutions depends on the expertise of the professionals who implement and manage them. To meet this need, we are committed to supporting our partners and end users by offering Arcserve Academy Certification programs.
Why Earn an Arcserve Academy Certification?
Earning an Arcserve Academy Certification can be a significant milestone in your professional development. Here are a few reasons to earn these professional certifications:
- Comprehensive Knowledge: Gain an in-depth understanding of Arcserve data resilience solutions, like Arcserve UDP, Arcserve SaaS Backup, and Arcserve Appliances.
- Market Relevance: Stay current with the latest features, benefits, and sales angles specific to Arcserve’s offerings.
- Career Advancement: Certifications are valid for two years, providing a recognized credential that can enhance your resume and career prospects.
- Flexibility: Our self-paced programs allow you to learn and certify at your pace, fitting into your schedule conveniently.
As a bonus, you will learn how to rapidly deploy data resilience strategies for your customers.
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Arcserve training allows partners of different experience levels to find a suitable learning path—from 5-minute "how-to" videos that will enable you to grasp product features quickly, to in-depth, comprehensive certification programs designed for technical and sales professionals.
These structured certification programs are designed for everyone in the Arcserve ecosystem looking to enhance their skills to effectively deploy, configure, and sell Arcserve solutions. Here’s a closer look at the certifications available:
Arcserve UDP Certified Engineer
With this course, users can thoroughly understand the flagship Arcserve data protection product, Unified Data Protection (UDP), its practical application, and common troubleshooting procedures through engaging, self-paced modules featuring audiovisual content. The program requires a foundational knowledge of technologies integrated with UDP 10 like VMware, Windows, and Nutanix virtualization.
Arcserve ShadowProtect Certified Engineer
This comprehensive, self-paced program is designed to provide a thorough understanding of ShadowProtect (SPX), ImageManager, ShadowControl, and the Recovery Environment. It covers how these elements work together to help MSPs deliver effective data protection and disaster recovery for hosted end-user clients.
Arcserve SaaS Backup Certified Engineer
Arcserve SaaS Backup is a comprehensive, cloud-native solution that protects data residing in various Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications, like Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and Google Workspace. This comprehensive, self-paced program offers a thorough exploration of Arcserve SaaS Backup and all its capabilities.
Arcserve 10K Appliances Certified Engineer
This course is for IT professionals who manage integrated data protection systems and seek to optimize their performance. It will help IT administrations effectively deploy, configure, and maintain the powerful 10000 Series appliances from Arcserve.
Arcserve Cyber Resilient Storage Certified Associate
This self-paced program provides essential knowledge and practical guidance around installation and troubleshooting for Arcserve Cyber Resilient Storage, Arcserve’s immutable backup storage solution, fully integrated with Arcserve solutions.
How to Enhance Data Resilience Sales Expertise: Arcserve Certification Pathway for Partners
Arcserve offers a structured sales certification program through the Arcserve Academy to empower our partners with the knowledge and confidence needed to articulate the value of Arcserve solutions effectively. These certifications tracks are designed explicitly for VARs and MSPs, equipping them with the functional understanding required to engage prospective customers and highlight how Arcserve addresses their critical data protection and business continuity needs.
Arcserve Certified Sales Professional
This foundational certification provides partners with a comprehensive overview of the Arcserve portfolio, the key challenges in data protection that businesses face today, and how Arcserve's solutions are positioned to solve them. This program can be completed at your pace.
Arcserve Certified Sales Enablement - UDP 10
For partners focusing on Arcserve's flagship product, this certification offers a deep dive into Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP) version 10 from a sales perspective. Delivered through a flexible, self-paced format, this training equips you with the knowledge to discuss the latest features, benefits, and sales angles specific to UDP 10, enabling more targeted and informed pitches.
Arcserve SaaS Backup Certified Sales Training
This specialized program, available as a flexible, self-paced course through the Arcserve Academy, provides knowledge and sales angles to articulate the value of Arcserve SaaS Backup. It covers market opportunities and highlights how this solution complements native SaaS capabilities for comprehensive data protection.
Arcserve Cyber Resilient Storage Sales Associate
This flexible, self-paced course is ideal for VARs looking to deepen their familiarity with Cyber Resilient Storage and learn how to demonstrate the value of immutable backup storage.
How to Become Arcserve Certified Today
Start your training today: to become certified, you must complete the respective course and pass the assessment. Each program is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed.
Join the growing community of Arcserve-certified professionals and enhance your data protection and business continuity expertise. Prepare for your certification exams through the Arcserve Academy and take the next step in your professional journey. You've got this!
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