VMware VCP-DCV Requirements & Prerequisites
Everything you need to know before registering for the VMware VCP-DCV, eligibility, cost, format, and what to expect on exam day.
Cost
$250
Provider
VMware/Broadcom
Validity
2 years
Available
Global
Education
Check official exam requirements
Experience
1-3 years of hands-on experience recommended
Specific Requirements
- Broadcom's exam guide for 2V0-21.23 lists VCP-DCV 2023 under certification requirements, and names VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V8] and VMware vSphere: Operate, Scale and Secure [V8] as recommended courses.
- Broadcom has changed the training and prior-certification requirements for the VCP-DCV track more than once, so confirm the current path on the VCP-DCV page at broadcom.com before purchasing an exam voucher or a course.
- The exam guide sets a clear experience expectation rather than a formal prerequisite: a minimally qualified candidate can install and configure a vSphere 8.0 infrastructure including ESXi and vCenter, understands most requirements for managing a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure, and can monitor day-to-day operations with minimal assistance.
- You must accept the VMware by Broadcom Certification Candidate Agreement before the exam begins.
- You must present two forms of identification at check-in, one of them a government-issued photo ID carrying your signature.
Number of Questions
70 items
Duration
135 minutes, which Broadcom states includes adequate time to complete the exam for non-native English speakers
Question Format
Single choice, Multiple choice, including scenario items that ask you to choose three correct actions
Passing Requirement
300, using a scaled scoring method. Broadcom's exam guide does not publish the endpoints of the scale.
How It Is Delivered
Proctored exam delivered through Pearson VUE
Languages Offered
English
Visit the official VMware/Broadcom certification page
Create an account and select your exam
Choose a test center or online proctoring option
Pay the exam fee and schedule your date
- Two forms of valid ID (one government-issued with photo)
- Appointment confirmation email
- For online proctoring: webcam, microphone, clean desk, stable internet
What are the prerequisites for the VMware VCP-DCV?
Broadcom's exam guide for 2V0-21.23 lists VCP-DCV 2023 under certification requirements, and names VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V8] and VMware vSphere: Operate, Scale and Secure [V8] as recommended courses.. Broadcom has changed the training and prior-certification requirements for the VCP-DCV track more than once, so confirm the current path on the VCP-DCV page at broadcom.com before purchasing an exam voucher or a course.. The exam guide sets a clear experience expectation rather than a formal prerequisite: a minimally qualified candidate can install and configure a vSphere 8.0 infrastructure including ESXi and vCenter, understands most requirements for managing a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure, and can monitor day-to-day operations with minimal assistance.. You must accept the VMware by Broadcom Certification Candidate Agreement before the exam begins.. You must present two forms of identification at check-in, one of them a government-issued photo ID carrying your signature..
How much does the VMware VCP-DCV cost?
The VMware VCP-DCV exam costs $250. This includes the exam fee only, study materials are additional.
How do I register for the VMware VCP-DCV?
Visit the official VMware/Broadcom certification page → Create an account and select your exam → Choose a test center or online proctoring option → Pay the exam fee and schedule your date
What should I bring to the VMware VCP-DCV?
Two forms of valid ID (one government-issued with photo). Appointment confirmation email. For online proctoring: webcam, microphone, clean desk, stable internet.
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