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Linux Certification Training for Your Team

Standardize your team on Linux certifications — from Entry fundamentals through Professional-level architecture. Structured training paths with team admin reporting on every CBT Nuggets Teams seat.

Linux certifications by level · Entry to Professional

  1. Entry · 2 certifications
  2. Associate · 1 certification
  3. Professional · 2 certifications

Entry Level

2 certifications

Linux Essentials

EntryPractice010-160
Linux and open source communitiesMajor open source applicationsOpen source software licensing

Linux Essentials validates foundational skills in Linux and open source for candidates starting a career in open source or seeking advancement.

Exam investment: $120

Security Essentials

EntryLabsPractice020-100
Security ConceptsEncryptionDevice and Storage Security

The Linux Professional Institute Security Essentials certificate covers preliminary knowledge across important fields of IT security, with a focus on protecting data, devices, networks, and identity.

Exam investment: $120

Associate Level

1 certification

DevOps Tools Engineer (Exam 701-200)

AssociatePractice701-200
Modern Software DevelopmentStandard Components and Platforms for SoftwareSource Code Management

The Linux Professional Institute DevOps Tools Engineer certification verifies practical skills for using DevOps tools that improve collaboration across system administration and software development workflows.

Exam investment: $200

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Professional Level

2 certifications

LPIC-1

ProfessionalPractice101-500 & 102-500
System ArchitectureLinux Installation and Package ManagementGNU and Unix Commands

LPIC-1 is the first certification in LPI’s multi-level Linux professional certification program.

Exam investment: $200 per exam

LPIC-2

ProfessionalPractice201-450 & 202-450
Capacity PlanningLinux KernelSystem Startup

LPIC-2 is the second certification in LPI’s multi-level Linux professional certification program.

Exam investment: $200 per exam

Every certification course includes

  • Expert-led video training
  • Certification practice exams
  • Per-team completion reporting

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