How to Become an Apple Certified Technical Coordinator

Apple Certified Technical Coordinators are fully equipped to run small networks of computers using Apple's current server. The certification covers the skills for support technicians as well as network administration and require a week's worth of training, but it also makes you far more marketable than the average service technician.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

1. Study to familiarize yourself with the features of Apple's current current operating system. If a new version is about to be released, you can become authorized in both. Learning one operating system can build the foundation for mastering the next level.

2. Review the online skills assessment guides. Make sure you are comfortable with the topics you will be required to master. Certification isn't meant to be an easy process.

3. Take the Support Essentials and Server Essentials courses. The Support Essentials course teaches troubleshooting techniques, in-depth information on the current operating system and how to prepare for the ACSP exam. The Server Essentials course focuses on networking configuration and administration. The combined courses take seven days to complete so you need to check the Apple Training site to make sure they fit your schedule.

4. Register for the ACSP exam at the testing center web site. The site will provide current exam costs and confirm your testing date and time. Before you register you must request an Apple Tech ID. You will not be allowed to take the exam without it.

Tips & Warnings

• Apple works with Peachpit Press to publish authorized training books. You can find related books on line or at any chain bookstore.
• Make sure you are certified for the current operating system. Apple certification requires renewal for each major upgrade.
• Certification does not guarantee employment. At best, it makes you more marketable.

Resources

• Apple authorized training centers.
• Apple technical coordinator page.

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