Official VMware (Broadcom) VMware Certified Advanced Professional – VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Operations certification (exam code 3V0-22.25) is now available to schedule and take, confirming it is an active exam in the VMware certification portfolio.

Background

The 3V0-22.25 exam, titled Advanced VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Operations, is part of the VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) certification track. It targets professionals responsible for operating and optimizing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments, focusing on day-to-day administration and operational excellence at the advanced level. VMware has updated its certification offerings for Cloud Foundation 9.0 with three new advanced professional exams in late 2025, and 3V0-22.25 is confirmed among them.

Latest Changes and Key Details

The 3V0-22.25 exam is officially listed on the VMware Certification website under Advanced Professional credentials for VCF 9.0. Candidates can schedule the exam through VMware’s authorized channels and testing partners such as Pearson VUE. The exam complements other Cloud Foundation advanced exams like automation and Kubernetes services for the 9.0 release.

Exam details typically include:

• Duration: ~135 minutes
• Number of questions: ~60
• Passing score: Scaled score requirement (e.g., 300 or higher)
• Format: Multiple choice, multiple select, drag-and-drop, matching, sequencing, and scenario-based items
• Price: Standard VCAP exam pricing (e.g., ~US $250)
• These details reflect current published guidance for the VCAP-level operations exam in the Cloud Foundation track.

Industry and Market Impact

The introduction and availability of the 3V0-22.25 Advanced VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 Operations certification address the growing need for validated expertise in managing and optimizing private cloud infrastructure using VMware Cloud Foundation. As organizations increasingly adopt platform-wide SDDC solutions, having certified professionals in VCF operations enhances operational reliability, security, and performance. The certification helps professionals demonstrate advanced operational skills that align with enterprise IT demands.

Outlook

With official listings now live and exams available to schedule, candidates interested in advanced Cloud Foundation operations can pursue 3V0-22.25 as part of their VMware certification journey. This credential is positioned alongside related VCAP exams in automation and service operations, forming a comprehensive advanced-level Cloud Foundation certification suite for 2025 and beyond.