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Find out how the learning team is here to help during

the COVID-19 crisis

How has COVID-19 impacted in-person training and certification

offerings?

What if I’ve already purchased a course or exam?

Are there any special rates or discounts available during this time
of limited training and certification locations?

Pursue certification wherever you are

With our new remote exam offerings, you now have options to validate your skills
virtually while still being able to test at your location, at a testing station, or in a Red Hat
classroom.

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Understand the how, why, and where of Red Hat

training and certification

What are the requirements of training and certification offerings?

What is the difference between an RHCSA and an RHCE?

What are the various formats I can use to train with Red Hat?

What is the difference between classroom and individual exam

sessions?

How do I know if my Internet connection can support all training

formats?

I can’t find a course or certification close to me. What are my

options?

What is meant by “performance-based” testing?

What do I need to know to host a Red Hat training and

certification course as an on-site customer, facility provider, or
certified training partner?

What happens if I’m not successful on my first exam attempt?

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Maximize training and certification benefits

Why should I purchase a bundle instead of an individual course?

Why should I get certified instead of just getting trained?

Why might a Red Hat Learning Subscription be right for me?

How can I maximize my investment in Red Hat training and

certification?

How can I save on my Red Hat training investment?

Do you have a referral program that I might be interested in?

How do I get my Red Hat certification digital badge and

downloadable certificate?

Manage training and certification profiles

What are the age and identification requirements for taking an

exam?

How do I manage my certification profile?

How do I verify that a certification is active or recertify?

How can I share my Red Hat Certification on social media, the

web, or other digital settings?

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Validate your skills

Find out how Red Hat certifications help you embrace technology challenges while
adding value to your career or your IT team.

Learn more

Take the next steps on your skills path

How do I know where to start my training and certification path?

I’ve purchased my subscription. Now how do I get started?

What are my options if I’d like to test my knowledge without

taking a certification exam?

When do I receive my official results after taking an exam?

When do I get my certificate upon passing an exam?

I’m still having trouble. Who can I talk to about my issue?

Learn about all your options in services and support

What are the support channels that I should be using?

Who can help me assess and mitigate challenges specific to my

organization?

What if I need an even higher level of specialized support?

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better?

How can my academic institution offer Red Hat training and

certification?

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