This vendor-specific certification is offered by: Oracle Corporation
Redwood Shores,
CA,
USA Phone: 800-529-0165
Skill Level: IntermediateStatus: Active
Certification Summary: For Oracle DBAs. Latest certification is for Oracle 10g.
Initial requirements: You must first earn the Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) credential on your desired track (Oracle 9i or Oracle 10g). For Oracle 10g, you must then pass the OCP DBA exam ( #1Z0-043).
For Oracle 9i you must then pass: Oracle9i Database: Fundamentals II (#1Z0-032) and Oracle9i Database: Performance Tuning (#1Z1-033).
The tests are all closed book, computer-delivered tests consisting of approximately 60-70 multiple choice questions and last up to 1 1/2 hours. Oracle exams cost $125 each.
You must also complete a hands-on course, either online or in a classroom. A list of qualifying courses is available through this certification's Web site. Prices vary, from about $480 for an online course to $2,500 or more for a classroom course.
Continuing requirements:
Oracle will periodically announce requirements for recertification based on the release of new products and upgrades. You have 6 months after the announcement to recertify.
Low Cost:
$605
High Cost: Not available
Perks:
logo
lapel pin
beta participation
product discounts
certificate
referral service
private forum
training discounts
plaque
directory listing
priority support
Other Perks: None Available
Online resources: Not Available
Offline resources: Oracle offers many training courses and classes, both instructor-led and self-paced. Contact Oracle Educaiton for details.