Planning, Protection and Optimization Capability Program

6 Months Access (180 Days)

ITIL topics you will learn in this Accredited course?

The PPO Certificate covers the following ITIL processes:

 Is this course for me!

This online learning course immerses learners in the practical aspects of the ITIL® Service Lifecycle and processes associated with the Planning, Protection and Optimization of services and service delivery. The main focus of this course is on the PPO process activities and supporting methods and approaches to executing these processes in a practical, hands-on learning environment. 

This training is intended to enable the holders of the certificate to apply the practices in Planning, Protection and Optimization of the Service Management Lifecycle. This course uses an engaging, interactive and flexible online approach to learning the core disciplines of the ITIL best practice and positions the student to successfully complete the associated exam: the AXELOS® Intermediate Level Certificate Planning, Protection and Optimization.

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Why should you train with The Art of Service

The Art of Service is a world leading online learning company that helps anyone learn technology and business skills to achieve personal and professional goals.

Our Accredited eLearning Courses provide our students everything to best prepare you for the ITIL Exams with:  

Accredited self paced online learning	300+ page PDF Workbook Yours to keep (PDF download)
Multimedia presentations to simulate the classroom experience	Downloadable resources so you can study on the go;
End of module review questions to assess your content knowledge	A full 40 question sample exam to assist in your exam preparation
24/7 online access to your course. (Internet access required)	Access to trainers* and Discussion boards

Through individual, corporate, academic and government enrollments, members have access to the The Art of Service education library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by accredited and recognized industry experts.

What you need to Know!

Pre-requisites:

• Hold an ITIL/2011 Foundation Certificate or ITIL v2 Foundation + v3 Foundation Bridge Certificate
• There is no minimum requirement but a basic IT literacy and around 2 years IT experience are highly desirable
• It is highly recommended that you read the Planning, Protection and Optimization book prior to commencement of this program
• Candidates will be required to provide identification confirmation at the time of course registration

Contact Hours

The recommended minimum contact hours for the eLearning course is 21 but the benefit of eLearning is that you can move at a pace that best suits you. Our different access options allow you to tailor the learning experience to your learning needs. 

Delivery:

The program combines short presentations supported by accredited trainer audio.  There are also quizzes and exercises (marking scheme provided) to ensure learners are testing their knowledge and competency to enhance understanding of key concepts. Revision questions and a mock examination help to prepare for the multiple-choice AXELOS examination.

Program Materials:

- Access to presentations with trainer audio
- The Art of Service Planning, Protection and Optimization Book
- Exercises + Answers
- Mock Exam questions

About the Examination:

• Evidence of ITIL/2011 Foundation Certificate or ITIL v2 Foundation + v3 Foundation Bridge Certificate and completion of the PPO Capability course from an Accredited Training Provider is required to sit the exam
• It is recommended that students should complete at least 21 hours of personal study by reviewing the syllabus and the PPO book in preparation for the examination.
• The syllabus can be downloaded from the resources of your course.
• The exam is a closed book exam with eight (8) multiple choice, scenario-based, gradient scored questions.
• Exam duration is a maximum 90 minutes for all candidates in their respective language (candidates sitting the examination in a language other than their first language have a maximum of 120 minutes and are allowed to use a dictionary)
• Each question will have 4 possible answer options, one of which is worth 5 marks, one which is worth 3 marks, one which is worth 1 mark, and one which is a distracter and achieves no marks.
• Pass score is 28/40 or 70%
• Distinction pass score is under consideration

Credits:

• Upon successful passing of the ITIL 2011 PPO Capability exam, the student will be recognized with 4 credits in the ITIL qualification scheme
• Project Management Institute Professional Development Units (PDUs) = 21

Is this course accredited?

Yes! AXELOS/ACQUIROS, the official ITIL accreditors, have accredited this course and the instructors who teach it as providing high-quality training in IT Service Management.

Exam Vouchers are valid for 1 year after date of purchase. After 1 year further charges may apply.

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