Alfresco Certification FAQs
These are the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to the Alfresco Certified Exams.
Why is Alfresco Certification relevant to me?
The Alfresco Certification program allows you to demonstrate your competence in Alfresco technology through a range of exams. Building your skills over time you will be able to enhance your value as your knowledge develops. The exams are aimed at two audiences: system administrators and developers.
How can I take the certification exam?
Certification is open to all. You may book your exam through our Accreditation partner PearsonVue. pearsonvue.com/alfresco
What does the exam cost?
Each exam costs $195 (US dollars) and is payable through PearsonVue.
I'm a Recognized Developer already, why should I take a Certification Exam?
The Certification Exams are more specilized and rigourous than the Alfresco Recognized Developer test. The exams are also monitored at official exam centres improving the veracity of the exams.
What is the difference between Certification and Recognized?
Certification has multiple specialization streams, and exams, whereas the Recognized program has a single test. Recognition is by invitation only, but the Certification exams are open to all, partners, Enterprise users and Community users alike. Certification is more rigorous than Recognized tests and is carried out at monitored exam centers throughout the world.
Will the Recognized Test be replaced by Certification?
Yes. Once the Certification exam is established the Recognized self-test will be discontinued. We will focus our efforts on improving the certification exams in conjunction with our partner PearsonVue.
How many questions are on the exams?
All the Certification exams are made up of 80 questions. These are multiple choice, multiple response questions, some with graphics and code samples. Each exam has a corresponding blueprint.
How much time will I have to complete the test?
The exam is 60 minutes long, you will need to allow extra time to get to the exam centre and to signing and register at the exam centre.
What is the pass mark for the test?
The pass mark for the exam is 75%.
Will I get feedback on my results?
Yes. Once you have completed the exam you will be presented with your result. If you fail you will be given a report showing you the topics areas where you need to imrpove.
Does Alfresco have a retake policy for the Certified exams?
There is a 14 day period between exam attempts for unsuccessful candidates, third and subsequent attempts will have a 3 month waiting period. If a candidate passes the exam, they cannot take the exam again until a new major revision of the product and certification is released.
How can I tell if a class is accredited?
Alfresco has been seeing a rise in gray market training. Classes that are not authorized by Alfresco do not meet the requirements for certification. Be sure any class you attend is listed on our website and provided by an Authorized Training Partner who displays the Alfresco Training logo.
Is the Records Management module part of the test?
The Records Management module is not part of the current test.
Does the exam cover the QuickStart package?
No.
Do the ACE and ACA Certifications expire?
There are no plans to have accreditations expire at this time. This is subject to change and candidates will be provided notice to the email address they have on file with Alfresco. We will retire accreditation tests and exams but expired or de-certification of candidates is de-coupled from product upgrades and exams. As new versions of product become generally available, new versions of the accreditation test will be considered and communicated.
How do I update my profile information tied to my accreditation?
Please update your test profile at PearsonVue.
Which Alfresco version should I study?
The exam is geared around Alfresco Enterprise. We continually review the impact of major and minor releases to ensure that all content on the certified exams is consistent with the latest release of the software. We may also test on components included in these update releases if the components fall within already stated test objectives. New features unrelated to existing test objectives would not be tested in the current release of the test. As a result, when preparing for the exam, always use the latest version of the product documentation.
I have a question that you don't answer here, what shall I do?
Please send your question to accreditation@alfresco.com