Red Hat Certified Technologist in OpenShift exam price, length, validity and renewal
Red Hat · Foundational · EX180 · 120 min · valid 3 yearsNew
Exam facts
Checked Sep 25, 2026 on Red Hat's page| Length | 120 min |
|---|---|
| Format | Performance-based, hands-on practical exam |
| Valid for | 3 years |
| Renewal | Before expiry, pass the current exam again, earn another certification at the same level, or earn a higher-level certification. |
| Prerequisites | RH124 and RH134 or equivalent experience (recommended) |
| Level | Foundational (Red Hat calls it Technologist) |
| Delivery | Remote exam, or proctored testing station or classroom at a Red Hat or partner location |
| Status | NewTechnologist is the new optional entry tier introduced with the May 11, 2026 certification framework (per the FAQ). |
| Source | redhat.com/en/services/training/ex180-red-hat-certified-technologist-in-openshift-examLast checked Sep 25, 2026 |
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Track| Exam | Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundational | $250 | 90 min | 2 years | |
| Foundational | $250 | 90 min | 2 years | |
| Foundational | $250 | 90 min | 2 years | |
| Associate | $250 | 120 min | 2 years | |
| Associate | $445 | 120 min | 2 years | |
| Associate | $445 | 120 min | 2 years | |
| Professional | $200 | 90 min | - | |
| Specialty | - | 120 min | 2 years |
About this exam
Entry-level exam that tests deploying, managing and troubleshooting applications on Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform. Based on OpenShift Container Platform 4.22.
What the official page says
- Duration: "The time limit for this exam is 2 hours."
- Validity: "3-Year Validity : Certifications are current for 3 years from the date earned."
Certifications are current for three years and renew by retaking the exam for your highest certification, earning another certification at the same level, or earning a higher-level one; expired certifications must be earned again.
Candidates who fail their first individual exam attempt get one free retake; further attempts must be paid.
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