The new VMware Certified Implementation Expert (VCIX) level focuses on multi-faceted implementation roles and includes both advanced Administration and Design skills. VCIX replaces the current VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) level and provides more thorough validation of a candidate’s skills and knowledge. Additional changes include:
- VCIX certification is comprised of two separate exams – one focused on Administration and one focused on Design
- The VCIX Design exam will be available at more PearsonVue testing locations
- VCIX Design exams have been shortened from 4 to 2 hours. The decreased time does not reflect ease of the exam, but is the result of the exam focusing on new topics only and does not include those covered by prior exams
- Elite status for candidates who complete multiple VCIX certifications

VMware Certification Roadmap for 2015