What topics are on the NCP-MCA exam?

Describe and Differentiate Automation Concepts and Principles 33%

1.1

Automation Fundamentals

2 subtopics

1.1.1Steps to Automate Manual Processes

1.1.2Event-Driven Playbooks

Learning Objectives

Determine and apply the steps required to automate a given manual process
Demonstrate an understanding of event-driven playbooks

1.2

DevOps and Multicloud Concepts

2 subtopics

1.2.1DevOps Principles

1.2.2Multicloud Architecture

Learning Objectives

Understand DevOps concepts in multicloud environments
Apply automation principles across hybrid infrastructure

1.3

X-Play Components

2 subtopics

1.3.1X-Play Architecture

1.3.2Codeless Automation

Learning Objectives

Define the components of X-Play
Perform codeless task automation using X-Play and its actions gallery, plays, and playbooks

Domain Hands-on Skills

Creating event-driven playbooksDesigning automation workflowsConfiguring X-Play triggersBuilding codeless automations

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not properly defining automation triggers
Overlooking error handling in workflows
Misunderstanding play vs playbook concepts
Incorrect event configuration

Deploy and Configure Nutanix Calm and Related Components 34%

Validate Blueprints, Runbooks, Playbooks, and Automation Settings 33%

How do I earn the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Multicloud Automation

Prerequisites

NCANutanix Certified AssociateOptional

Next Steps

NCM-MCANutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Automation
NCX-MCANutanix Certified Expert - Multicloud Automation

Current Level

NCP-MCAMulticloud AutomationSpecialization
NCP-MCIMulticloud InfrastructureSpecialization
NCP-DBDatabase Automation and ManagementSpecialization
NCP-USUnified StorageSpecialization
NCP-EUCEnd User ComputingSpecialization

Alternative Paths

NCP-MCIMulticloud Infrastructure
NCP-DBDatabase Automation
NCS-CoreNutanix Certified Services Core

Career Progression

Entry Roles

Junior Automation Engineer
Cloud Administrator
DevOps Engineer I

Certified Roles

Automation Engineer
DevOps Engineer
Cloud Architect
Platform Engineer
Site Reliability Engineer

Advanced Roles

Senior Automation Architect
Principal DevOps Engineer
Cloud Solutions Architect
Technical Lead - Automation

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Pass current version of NCP-MCA examPass any Master-level Nutanix examComplete 60 continuing education creditsPass two other NCP-level exams

How do I study for the NCP-MCA Exam?

Practice the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation with our Exam Simulator

Free practice questions, exam guides, and real exam‑style explanations in our Planet Cert simulator.

Study Tips

Focus heavily on Calm blueprints and X-Play playbooks as high-yield topics
Practice hands-on with the free NMCAA self-paced course
Review the exam blueprint guide thoroughly
Join the Nutanix Community for peer support
Watch the YouTube exam prep playlist for visual learning
Set up a home lab using Community Edition if possible
Study troubleshooting scenarios for validation objectives

What's changed on this exam?

Certification Updates

2024-07-15

Free beta exam opportunity for NCM Self-Service v6.5

2024-06-01

NCP-MCA included in partner competency requirements

2024-05-01

Exam blueprint updated with enhanced troubleshooting focus

Upcoming Events

2025-05-20

Nutanix .NEXT 2025

New product announcements and certification updates

2025-Q3

NCP-MCA v7.0 Expected Release

Major exam update anticipated

Technology Coverage

Nutanix Calm3.8.x

Enhanced Kubernetes support likely in next exam update

Released: 2024-08-01

X-PlayLatest

AI features may appear in future exam versions

Released: 2024-09-01

NCM Self-Service6.5

Current exam version aligned with this release

Released: 2024-07-01

Industry Trends

AI-powered automation becoming standard in enterprise platforms
Kubernetes-native automation increasingly important
GitOps integration essential for modern DevOps
Self-service portals critical for developer productivity
Cost optimization through automated governance

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

3-6 months experience with Nutanix products
Experience with DevOps concepts
Knowledge of multicloud automation
Familiarity with Nutanix Calm and X-Play
Completion of NMCAA training course

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost	$199 USD
Testing Centers	Online Proctored
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	2 years
Recertification	Pass the current version of the exam Pass a higher-level Nutanix certification Complete continuing education requirements

Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation

What's Included

Complete Exam Package

Multiple Exam Modes

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Exam Details

What topics are on the NCP-MCA exam?

Describe and Differentiate Automation Concepts and Principles 33%

Automation Fundamentals

DevOps and Multicloud Concepts

X-Play Components

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Deploy and Configure Nutanix Calm and Related Components 34%

Validate Blueprints, Runbooks, Playbooks, and Automation Settings 33%

How do I earn the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Career Progression

Entry Roles

Certified Roles

Advanced Roles

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the NCP-MCA Exam?

Practice the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation with our Exam Simulator

Official Training

Official Documentation

Community Resources

Study Tips

What's changed on this exam?

Certification Updates

Upcoming Events

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

How long is the certification valid?

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