Open Group Certified Architect (Open CA)
This vendor-neutral Certification is Offered By:
Open Group, The
San Francisco, CA USA
Phone: 415-374-8280
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Skill Level: Foundation Status: Active
Low Cost: $1250 (shortest track)
Summary:
For individuals who have knowledge and experience in IT, Business and Enterprise Architecture. This is Level 1 of the 3-level Certified Architect (Open CA) program.
Initial Requirements:
There are 3 tracks to choose from: IT Architecture, Business Architecture, and Enterprise Architecture. There are also 3 levels to the Open CA program: Certified, Master, and Distinguished. You must submit a comprehensive certification package detailing your skills and experience gained while working on architecture related projects. You will also need to provide 2 experience profiles that describe how your skills were used in the IT projects you worked on. Finally, you must pass a board review. The certification fee is $1250, and there is an annual fee of $175.
Continuing Requirements:
You must recertify every 3 years ($250).