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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Omnissa
Exam Format
Administrator
Registration
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
2-3 years (TBD)
To be announced
OCA-W-EXT Exam Topics and Domains
OCA-W-EXT is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Workspace ONE UEM, Omnissa Access, Workspace ONE UEM Console, Intelligent Hub, and more.
1
Workspace ONE UEM Administration and Architecture
30%
UEM Console Administration
UEM Console Navigation and InterfaceOrganization Groups (OG) ManagementSmart Groups ConfigurationRole-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Navigate the Workspace ONE UEM console effectively
- Design and implement organization group hierarchy
- Create and manage smart groups for device targeting
- Configure role-based access control for administrators
System Settings and Integration
Directory Services IntegrationEmail and Notification ConfigurationSystem Logging and SIEM Integration
- Integrate Workspace ONE with directory services
- Configure system-level settings and notifications
- Implement logging and SIEM integration
2
Device Lifecycle Management
28%
Device Enrollment
Enrollment Methods and ScenariosOwnership Types and Management ModesPlatform-Specific Enrollment
- Configure multiple device enrollment methods
- Understand ownership types and management modes
- Implement platform-specific enrollment solutions
Device Configuration and Profiles
Configuration Profile CreationNetwork and Connectivity ProfilesSecurity and Restriction Profiles
- Create and deploy device configuration profiles
- Configure network and connectivity settings
- Implement security and restriction policies
Compliance and Remediation
Compliance Policy ConfigurationAutomated Remediation Actions
- Configure device compliance policies
- Implement automated remediation actions
- Monitor and report on compliance status
OS Updates and Patching
OS Update Management
- Manage operating system updates across platforms
- Configure update policies and schedules
Device Retirement and Wiping
Device Removal Methods
- Execute device retirement procedures
- Perform remote wipes and locks
- Manage lost or stolen devices
3
Application Management
18%
Application Deployment
Public App Store ApplicationsInternal and Custom ApplicationsWindows Application Management
- Deploy public app store applications
- Distribute internal and custom applications
- Manage Windows application deployment
Application Configuration and Security
App Configuration PoliciesApp Wrapping and SDK Integration
- Configure managed application settings
- Implement app wrapping and SDK integration
- Deploy app-level security policies
Application Catalog and Self-Service
App Catalog ConfigurationApplication Entitlements
- Configure the application catalog
- Manage application entitlements and assignments
- Customize self-service app experience
4
Access Control and Security
16%
Omnissa Access Configuration
Identity Provider IntegrationSingle Sign-On (SSO) ConfigurationMulti-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Configure identity provider integration
- Implement single sign-on for applications
- Deploy multi-factor authentication
Conditional Access Policies
Access Policy ConfigurationCompliance-Based Access
- Configure conditional access policies
- Implement device and user-based access control
- Deploy compliance-based access restrictions
Certificate Management
Certificate DeploymentPKI Integration
- Deploy certificates to managed devices
- Configure SCEP and PKI integration
- Implement certificate-based authentication
Data Protection and Encryption
Device EncryptionData Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Enforce device-level encryption
- Implement data loss prevention policies
- Manage secure content containers
5
Integration, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting
8%
Enterprise Integration
Email and Productivity IntegrationThird-Party Connectors
- Integrate with email and productivity platforms
- Implement third-party connectors
- Use APIs for custom integrations
Reporting and Analytics
Built-in ReportingOmnissa Intelligence (Optional)
- Generate and interpret reports
- Use dashboards for monitoring
- Leverage analytics for insights
Troubleshooting and Support
Log AnalysisCommon Issue ResolutionRemote Assistance
- Analyze logs for troubleshooting
- Resolve common deployment issues
- Provide remote assistance to end users
How do I earn this certification?
Passing OCA-W-EXT earns the Omnissa Certified Administrator - Workspace ONE certification. It sits in the Workspace ONE track.
Current Level Exams
- OCA-W - Omnissa Certified Administrator - Workspace ONE
- OCA-H - Omnissa Certified Administrator - HorizonParallel administrator certification for Horizon VDI
Next Level Options
- OCE-W - Omnissa Certified Expert - Workspace ONEAdvanced expert-level certification replacing OCAP
- OCAP-W - Omnissa Certified Advanced Professional - Workspace ONE Current advanced certification, available until November 2025
Alternative Paths
- OCA-H - Omnissa Certified Administrator - HorizonComplementary virtual desktop infrastructure skills
- OCA-CBO - Omnissa Certified Administrator - Carbon Black Optimization Endpoint security and threat protection integration
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Announcement date: 2025-09-01
Updates
- Workspace ONE UEM 2024.x Current exam version will be based on 2024.x features and capabilities • Release date: 2024
- Omnissa Access Current SSO, MFA, and conditional access features in OCA-W exam • Release date: 2024
- Intelligent Hub 2024.x Application catalog and self-service features in exam • Release date: 2024
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by IT administrators managing mobile devices and Enterprise mobility management (EMM) professionals.
- Hands-on experience with Workspace ONE UEM
- Understanding of mobile device management (MDM) concepts
- Familiarity with endpoint management principles
- Knowledge of modern authentication methods
- Experience with iOS, Android, Windows, or macOS device management