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I was curious to learn more about the Novell DCTS and after coming up nearly empty handed with my initial Google searches I decided to request more information from Novell.  By following the directions from the previous email I sent a rather short and to the point message to edcustomer@novell.com.  Below you will find my email as well as the response from Novell.

My email:
Could you provide me with a link or more information concerning the new DCTS certification?
Thank you
(I told you it was brief and to the point.)

Their response:
Thank you for contacting Novell Training Services. The link for our Technical Specialist certifications is http://www.novell.com/partners/solution/resource_management_technical_specialist.html

Please let me know if you have any additional questions or concerns.
Thank you
Holly

By following the links in the email it soon becomes apparent that the DC Tech Spec Cert (as they call it) was awarded because of the recent completion of Novell CLA 11.  And if you were like me you received that certification for completion of an LPI certification some time in the past.  So basically it is just one more free certificate to put on the resume.  Just keep in mind when the HR person asks you “what is the DCTS?” that you are on your own and don’t oversell it, otherwise they may actually look it up.

Btw – Here is a link to the material that I used to prepare for the LPIC-1. Download a copy of linux, buy a good book (or google), and learn some linux. You never know you may get a few free certifications out of it.

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While I guess that I am excited about being a Data Center Technical Specialist DCTS? (wow that just rolls off the tongue) I am slightly confused as to why or rather how I became certified. My best guess is that this is another ploy by Novell to drum up some excitement over their certifications and their PartnerNet program. I will say that it was a pleasant surprise when I received an email out of the blue indicating that I was eligible for the Novell Certified Linux Administrator certification due to my current LPI standings, and I understand the idea behind them honoring the more prevalent LPI certification. That being said I have absolutely no idea what I have done to receive this latest “Honor.”

So here is the email i received:

Novell Technical Training congratulates you on completing the requirements for

Data Center Technical Specialist

Your certificate of completion is attached in PDF form. We encourage you to print it out for display.

This Specialization will count towards the Solution Provider requirements for the Novell PartnerNet program.

In order for the PartnerNet system to recognize your Specialization, you must log into the Certification Database.

First time access requires information found on one of your exam score reports. Be prepared to provide:

First Name
Last Name
Registration ID
Test Date
Please email edcustomer@novell.com if you have any questions.

I commend you for your commitment, dedication, and effort in earning the Data Center Technical Specialist.

Sincerely,

MaryJo Swenson
Executive Director
Novell Technical Training

And here is the certificate:

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