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CERTIFICATION AND
LEARNING PROGRAM
Get more opportunities with HPE certifications
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES SALES OPPORTUNITIES
21% 85%
of IT‑certified professionals
are promoted.1
of learners said sales certification
training helps increase their sales funnel.2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Why get certified?
Certifications: A win‑win approach
Program overview
Certification and Learning program
HPE technical certifications
Overview
Process
HPE Tech Pro
HPE sales certifications
Overview
HPE Sales Pro
Aruba certifications
Overview
Resources
Get help
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WHY GET CERTIFIED?
Certifications: A win‑win approach
While employers often include certification as a prerequisite when seeking qualified
candidates to fill positions, certified professionals receive numerous benefits:
Higher salaries: More ROI for employers:
28% of IT‑certified IT‑certified
professionals earned professionals bring
a pay increase.1 $10,000 more value.3 The value of certifications
Enhanced skill sets:
72% of IT‑certified
professionals are
Increased respect from peers:
76% of IT‑certified
professionals feel
94%
of IT decision‑makers worldwide say
that certified team members provide
added value above and beyond the
cost of certifications.1
more efficient.1 more respected by
co‑workers.3
HPE infographic | Aruba infographic
1
Global Knowledge 2020, IT Skills and Salary Report.
2
FY21 HPE sales certifications training post‑survey, 2021.
3
Pearson VUE Survey 2021, Value of IT Certification Report
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Certification and Learning program
An HPE certification verifies your sales or technical skills and knowledge, enhancing your credibility among customers and colleagues and validating your ability to lead
technology change and drive business outcomes.
HPE technical certifications HPE sales certifications Learn more
demonstrate your expertise in our industry‑leading help you achieve your full selling potential by improving
edge‑to‑cloud solutions as well as transferable your sales expertise in specific solution areas and Visit the Certification and Learning site.
multivendor technologies. enabling you to articulate their value proposition.
Watch the video (00:02:07). Watch the video (00:01:58).
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HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Certification portfolio
Compute Networking HPE technical certifications give you the skills you need to stay up to date with the ever‑evolving technology
Software Storage and growing HPE portfolio. They help strengthen your thought leadership and optimize the solutions you design.
Learn more.
Hybrid Cloud
Certifications and credentials
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Career certifications from entry to mastery levels
Get more confidence with HPE Accredited HPE Accredited HPE Master Accredited
HPE certifications Technical Professional Solutions Expert Solutions Expert
94%
(HPE ATP) (HPE ASE) (HPE Master ASE)
of IT professionals feel more
confident after earning a
certification.1 Product certifications for all levels
Credentials for all levels
Keep your certification current
The length of time a certification is active may vary depending upon changes in technology. Learn more.
1
Global Knowledge 2020, IT Skills and Salary Report.
Program guide
HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Certification portfolio
Compute Networking HPE technical certifications give you the skills you need to stay up to date with the ever‑evolving technology
Software Storage and growing HPE portfolio. They help strengthen your thought leadership and optimize the solutions you design.
Learn more.
Hybrid Cloud
Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications from entry to mastery levels
HPE Accredited Technical
Professional (HPE ATP) HPE Accredited HPE Accredited HPE Master Accredited
“One device at a time” Technical Professional Solutions Expert Solutions Expert
configuration, setup, and (HPE ATP) (HPE ASE) (HPE Master ASE)
management with SMB
and commercial‑level
products and solutions.
View all certifications Product certifications for all levels
Credentials for all levels
Keep your certification current
The length of time a certification is active may vary depending upon changes in technology. Learn more.
Program guide
HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Certification portfolio
Compute Networking HPE technical certifications give you the skills you need to stay up to date with the ever‑evolving technology
Software Storage and growing HPE portfolio. They help strengthen your thought leadership and optimize the solutions you design.
Learn more.
Hybrid Cloud
Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications from entry to mastery levels
HPE Accredited Solutions
Expert (HPE ASE) HPE Accredited HPE Accredited HPE Master Accredited
Multiple devices at a time, Technical Professional Solutions Expert Solutions Expert
scalable configuration, setup, (HPE ATP) (HPE ASE) (HPE Master ASE)
and management with
midrange enterprise‑class
HPE equipment.
View all certifications Product certifications for all levels
Credentials for all levels
Keep your certification current
The length of time a certification is active may vary depending upon changes in technology. Learn more.
Program guide
HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Certification portfolio
Compute Networking HPE technical certifications give you the skills you need to stay up to date with the ever‑evolving technology
Software Storage and growing HPE portfolio. They help strengthen your thought leadership and optimize the solutions you design.
Learn more.
Hybrid Cloud
Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications from entry to mastery levels
HPE Master Accredited
Solutions Expert HPE Accredited HPE Accredited HPE Master Accredited
(HPE Master ASE) Technical Professional Solutions Expert Solutions Expert
Multi‑site, multi‑tenancy (HPE ATP) (HPE ASE) (HPE Master ASE)
infrastructure as well as
ToR and EoR networking,
including third‑party solution
workloads on HPE platforms. Product certifications for all levels
View all certifications
Credentials for all levels
Keep your certification current
The length of time a certification is active may vary depending upon changes in technology. Learn more.
Program guide
HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Certification portfolio
Compute Networking HPE technical certifications give you the skills you need to stay up to date with the ever‑evolving technology
Software Storage and growing HPE portfolio. They help strengthen your thought leadership and optimize the solutions you design.
Learn more.
Hybrid Cloud
Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications from entry to mastery levels
Product certifications
Validate that you HPE Accredited HPE Accredited HPE Master Accredited
can recommend and Technical Professional Solutions Expert Solutions Expert
demonstrate a specific (HPE ATP) (HPE ASE) (HPE Master ASE)
HPE product or solution.
View all certifications
Product certifications for all levels
Credentials for all levels
Keep your certification current
The length of time a certification is active may vary depending upon changes in technology. Learn more.
Program guide
HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Certification portfolio
Compute Networking HPE technical certifications give you the skills you need to stay up to date with the ever‑evolving technology
Software Storage and growing HPE portfolio. They help strengthen your thought leadership and optimize the solutions you design.
Learn more.
Hybrid Cloud
Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications from entry to mastery levels
Credentials
Credentials help you deepen HPE Accredited HPE Accredited HPE Master Accredited
your skills in HPE solutions. Technical Professional Solutions Expert Solutions Expert
They may also operate as (HPE ATP) (HPE ASE) (HPE Master ASE)
electives for HPE career
certifications, providing
HPE certified professionals
with world‑class solution Product
Product certifications
certifications for
forallalllevels
levels
engineering expertise.
View all credentials Credentials for all levels
Keep your certification current
The length of time a certification is active may vary depending upon changes in technology. Learn more.
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HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
Process
1 2 3
Get trained Get certified Get recognized
Whether you are preparing for your next With HPE certifications, your skills are proven Digital badges verify that your technical
certification or just want to stay in the know, our quickly through access to our award‑winning certifications and credentials are genuine HPE.
courses help you acquire the fundamental skills practical exams. They give you the unique They are a great way to show your customers,
on the latest IT technology and HPE solutions. opportunity to learn on some of the most peers, and employers the HPE‑based skills and
sophisticated solutions HPE has to offer. knowledge you have obtained.
Training classes: Find a convenient class
delivered virtually or in person.
Local learning opportunities: Find the Training
Delivery Partners and training offerings
available in your region.
Self‑directed learning: Access hands‑on and
self‑directed labs, study guides and official
practice exams through HPE Press.
Review the interactive certification process to
get certified and stay in the know. Check how to showcase your achievement.
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HPE TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS
HPE Tech Pro
Explore this exclusive, global technical community built by solution Access exclusive benefits
architects for solution architects, with HPE tools, training, resources, and New! HPE Master ASE Advantage program
expertise all in one place. With HPE Tech Pro, you can connect, learn and This exclusive benefit for HPE Master ASEs and HPE ASEs allows them
grow—and win with HPE. Your gateway to all things technical. Learn more. to save up to 62% off training, labs, and exams for three HPE Master
ASE certifications.
Learn more | Access the program page (login required)
There’s more
• Access to technical communities, tools and resources
“HPE Tech Pro is a continuous boost • Continuous learning through curated concise Learning Path designed to
of good knowledge, information, keep you up to speed on the latest HPE and industry innovations
and best practices.” • Events and networking: exclusive webinars, events, and training courses
– Mark Salomon
Sales Consulting | Enterprise Architect • Exclusive discounts with HPE Press for study guides, self‑directed labs,
ACP IT Solutions AG and exam vouchers based on your HPE Tech Pro membership level
• Plus more benefits for all HPE Tech Pro member levels
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HPE SALES CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Sales certifications help you build your pipeline, engage your customers in outcome‑based conversations
to uncover their business needs, and begin to qualify and validate these opportunities for HPE solutions.
Restricted to HPE sellers and partners only, HPE sales certifications are available on HPE Sales Pro. Learn more.
Get more relevance with Digital badge
HPE certifications Once you are sales certified, you will receive a digital badge to showcase
75%
your achievement.
Check how to showcase your achievement.
of trainees will apply learning to
their job within the next week
or month after earning a sales
certification.1
1
FY21 HPE sales certifications training post‑survey, 2021
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HPE SALES CERTIFICATIONS
Innovative and curated sales enablement
HPE Sales Pro
HPE Sales Pro is a unified sales enablement destination for
HPE and partner sales professionals to deepen their knowledge
and skills and prepare for their next customer conversation.
“HPE Sales Pro is the one place
that helps you find training and Learning is quick… … and relevant
resources and stay up to date on With HPE Sales Pro personalized HPE Sales Pro offers the most up-
solutions—so that my team and portal, you have access to to‑date content displayed through:
engaging and industry award
I are always ready to discuss winning learning content, including:
• HPE portfolio curriculums
business with our customers.” • Videos and podcasts
• Outcome‑based selling resources
– Manuel Mendoza • Industry training and resources
Presales Solution Architect | Business Unit coordinator • Gamification
Compucad • Specialized enablement
• Web‑based training
• Onboarding
• Skills/coaching
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ARUBA CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Technical certifications and training portfolio:
Management & Switching Expand your networking acumen with Aruba certifications to become the go‑to resource for Aruba technologies.
Operations Aruba offers comprehensive training and certification programs from fundamental to advanced levels across the
Security
Design Aruba product line. Learn more.
Software‑Defined
Wireless Wide Area Network
(SD‑WAN) Certifications and credentials
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Career certifications
Aruba Certified Associate
Validates that you have
Aruba Certified Aruba Certified Aruba Certified
foundational knowledge to
Associate Professional Expert
build mobile‑first networks;
you can recognize and
recommend the appropriate
Aruba products and
solutions based on Product specialist credentials for all levels
customer needs.
View all certifications Keep your certification and credential current
Aruba career certifications require recertification every three years. Product Specialist Credentials are
valid for two years. Learn more.
Aruba Airheads Aruba Education Services
Join an interactive community of 130,000+ industry Access complete training and certification programs,
experts and enthusiasts to voice product and service including free introductory courses to get started in a
questions, find solutions, and share ideas. networking career.
Program guide
ARUBA CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Technical certifications and training portfolio:
Management & Switching Expand your networking acumen with Aruba certifications to become the go‑to resource for Aruba technologies.
Operations Aruba offers comprehensive training and certification programs from fundamental to advanced levels across the
Security
Design Aruba product line. Learn more.
Software‑Defined
Wireless Wide Area Network
(SD‑WAN) Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications
Aruba Certified
Professional
Aruba Certified Aruba Certified Aruba Certified
Validates that you can
Associate Professional Expert
design, implement, and
manage the modern
mobile‑first network
for enterprise.
Aruba Certified EDGE Product specialist credentials for all levels
Professional holds three
or more Professional Keep your certification and credential current
certifications. Aruba career certifications require recertification every three years. Product Specialist Credentials are
valid for two years. Learn more.
View all certifications
Aruba Airheads Aruba Education Services
Join an interactive community of 130,000+ industry Access complete training and certification programs,
experts and enthusiasts to voice product and service including free introductory courses to get started in a
questions, find solutions, and share ideas. networking career.
Program guide
ARUBA CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Technical certifications and training portfolio:
Management & Switching Expand your networking acumen with Aruba certifications to become the go‑to resource for Aruba technologies.
Operations Aruba offers comprehensive training and certification programs from fundamental to advanced levels across the
Security
Design Aruba product line. Learn more.
Software‑Defined
Wireless Wide Area Network
(SD‑WAN) Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications
Aruba Certified Expert
Aruba’s top‑level
Aruba Certified Aruba Certified Aruba Certified
achievement. Validates that
Associate Professional Expert
you have the rich technical
expertise to install, configure,
and support mobile‑first
networks.
Aruba Certified EDGE Expert Product specialist credentials for all levels
holds three or more Expert
certifications. Keep your certification and credential current
Aruba career certifications require recertification every three years. Product Specialist Credentials are
View all certifications
valid for two years. Learn more.
Aruba Airheads Aruba Education Services
Join an interactive community of 130,000+ industry Access complete training and certification programs,
experts and enthusiasts to voice product and service including free introductory courses to get started in a
questions, find solutions, and share ideas. networking career.
Program guide
ARUBA CERTIFICATIONS
Overview
Technical certifications and training portfolio:
Management & Switching Expand your networking acumen with Aruba certifications to become the go‑to resource for Aruba technologies.
Operations Aruba offers comprehensive training and certification programs from fundamental to advanced levels across the
Security
Design Aruba product line. Learn more.
Software‑Defined
Wireless Wide Area Network
(SD‑WAN) Certifications and credentials
Click on the boxes below
Career certifications
Product Specialist
Validates that you
Aruba Certified Aruba Certified Aruba Certified
can recommend and
Associate Professional Expert
demonstrate a specific
Aruba product or solution.
View all credentials
Product specialist credentials for all levels
Keep your certification and credential current
Aruba career certifications require recertification every three years. Product Specialist Credentials are
valid for two years. Learn more.
Aruba Airheads Aruba Education Services
Join an interactive community of 130,000+ industry Access complete training and certification programs,
experts and enthusiasts to voice product and service including free introductory courses to get started in a
questions, find solutions, and share ideas. networking career.
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