Focuses on installing, configuring, and managing vSphere 8.x. Study Resources & Recommendations Go to product viewer dialog for this item. VCA-DCV Official Cert Guide
No mandatory training courses are required to sit the exam.
VCA was often viewed as a "sales-oriented" or conceptual cert that didn't require hands-on labs. The newer VCTA is designed to be more technical, validating "Day 2" operational skills. The New Certification Track (2024–2026)
If you are looking to get certified now, you should follow the updated Data Center Virtualization (DCV) Track:
The "flagship" certification for administrators and engineers.
