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📨 Google Admin Weekly: Would you pass the ChromeOS Admin Exam?

Published 1 day ago • 2 min read • Google Admin Weekly

Hello Reader,

If you’ve been looking for a tangible way to validate your technical expertise, document your skills for a promotion, or simply test your knowledge against Google’s official benchmarks, you should check out the ChromeOS Administrator Certification.

This exam is an official certification from Google designed to document your ability to deploy, manage, and secure Chromebooks using the Google Admin Console.

Here are the basics:

  • Cost: $125 registration fee
  • Format: 50 multiple-choice questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Passing score: 80%
  • Certification Length: 2 years
  • ​Click here to register​

I've taken this exam a couple of times and most of the questions are well aligned with the daily operation of a K-12 Chromebook environment. I also designed the Chromebook Academy to align with the certification exam.

After passing, you'll get an official certificate and badge and the title of Professional ChromeOS Administrator!

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Free Study Guide & Resources

I compiled my own notes, exam breakdown, and study checklist into a printable reference guide based on my experience taking the test.

If you are planning to take the exam, bookmark these links:

Upcoming Events for Google Admins

Want to host a Google Admin workshop in your area? Get in touch!

Join me for the Chromebook Academy!

If you manage a fleet of Chromebooks and want to master every corner of the device console—or if you’d like dedicated, live prep before sitting for the certification exam—come join me for the upcoming cohort of the Chromebook Academy for IT Admins. My next live virtual cohort kicks off this Thursday:

  • Date: Nov. 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 (Tu/Th)
  • Time: 1-2:30 PM EST
  • Format: LIVE via Google Meet
  • Cost: $299/person
  • ​Click here to register​

By the end of our time together you will be ready to take the ChromeOS exam! Everything we cover directly aligns with both your day-to-day district workload and the ChromeOS certification blueprint.

John R. Sowash

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John Sowash is a former teacher and an "accidental" Google Administrator. For more than a decade John has been helping schools use technology in meaningful ways. John lives in Michigan with his wife and five kids.

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