Informix Certified Professional Program - Revised

Announcing ... The Informix Certified Professional Program (ICPP) has been revised and updated! The Informix Certified Professional Program allows employees, customers, and partners to objectively test their skills with Informix technology. This program consists of a series of examinations, based on "on-the-job" skills and training courses, specifically designed to validate proficiency with Informix technology. Upon successful completion of the required examinations, technical knowledge of specific Informix products is certified by Informix. There are currently two certification paths: Database Specialist for INFORMIX-OnLine Dynamic Server 7.x and System Administrator for INFORMIX-OnLine Dynamic Server 7.x. When can I sign up? Registration for testing times begins Friday, June 21. How can I find out more about the exams? Call 1 800 977 EXAM (1 800 977 3926) and request a Program Guide. This guide includes certification requirements, exam preparation suggestions, program policies, and program benefits. It is available now. After June 21, you can call this same 800 number and schedule to take your exams. How much does it cost? $250 per test. There are 2 tests in each certification path. How long does it take? Each exam is between 60-90 minutes in length. Both exams can be completed in a single visit to a testing center. Where do I go to take these exams? Informix has partnered with Sylvan Prometric (formerly Drake Prometric) to manage the testing registration and administration. Sylvan has over 300 testing centers in North America alone. There is a good chance that there is a testing center near you. Sylvan will register you for a convenient testing time and location. Will there be on-site testing at the User Conference? Yes. Sign up through 1 800 977 EXAM for a testing time on July 10, 11, or 12 at the conference. You'll receive a $50 discount on each test taken at the conference. When will this program be available outside of N. America? We plan to have the exams available worldwide by the end of 1996. Is there a web site about Informix certification? Yes. http://www.informix.com/training I am already certified. Is my certification status valid under the new program? Yes.