Logic Certification Question

[SRF_Audio]

Hello All,

 

So I got Level One and Level Two Certified in Logic Pro 8 with David back in 2008. My family and I recently relocated to Germany, and there's an Authorized training center in our area, and I'm also working as a guitar and music production instructor at a community center here.

 

That got me thinking about updating my Certs to Logic 10.1, but I had a few questions/problems:

 

1) Upon logging into the Apple Certification portal, none of my old certifications show up...are they gone forever, or is there something I can do to recover them?

 

2) I've been using Logic X now for several months, and I would consider myself a power user. I'm going to buy David's new book, regardless because he does great work.

 

However, with my previous cert and current experience, will I need to do a bunch of studying, or should I be ok with a cursory review?

 

3) It looks like the Certification Levels have gone away, is that right? In other words, there's only a single Logic 10.1 End User Certification?

 

4) Does anyone know where a Train the Trainer course is in central Europe?

 

Thanks for the help.

[MikeRobinson]

I'd like to know more about these certifications, in the United States. (Specifically, Atlanta or Nashville area, as I am equidistant between both. And on-line or remote options.)

 

I already found an "exam prep" guide online and have been using it for self-study. Haven't bought the book yet, but I will.

 

I'm interested, not for the "piece of paper" in particular, but for the professional training that would lead up to that "icing on the cake." I'd like to learn more about Logic from an instructor, and I'm willing to pay for it. (As a sometimes-instructor myself, I know the value of learning "from Someone else Who Knows.")

 

In general, what sort of professional training options do exist for Logic, that one would recommend?

[SRF_Audio]

Well, I got Certified through David's class out in L.A. and it was definitely worth the time. Just being with a group of like minded people in an intensive learning environment was very productive.

 

I also ended up doing coursework in Logic with Berklee College of Music's online division, which was also very handy, for different reasons.

 

My admittedly out of date experience (I got certified in Logic Pro 8 ) was that the Apple Certification was a little more about proper terminology, technique and the built in tools and customization options, using the interface.

 

The Berklee Classes were a little more about MIDI editing, software instruments, and plugins in a musical context.

[David Nahmani]

@SRF_Audio:

Thank you so much for your kind words and endorsement of my classes!

 

1) I would recommend you contact applecert@apple.com as they handle all Apple Certification and ACRS issues. They should be able to help you with your account and past certifications.

 

2) The Apple Certification exam is based on my latest book (the 10.1 version). The exam being an online multiple answer kind of exam doesn't exactly test your level of Logic Pro expertise or experience, but instead it tests your knowledge of the textbook it is based upon! So the absolute best way to prepare for the exam is to attend a Logic Pro X 101 course or to self-study with the Logic Pro X 10.1 book. The more familiar you are with the book, the better your chances. Now with your level of expertise and experience, chances are you'll be able to gloss over some of the material in the book that will already be familiar to you, but I would still suggest you read the entire text as questions could be based on the smallest little tip, shortcut or interface button/slider.

 

Best of luck with your re-certification!

[David Nahmani]

@MikeRobinson:

I'd like to know more about these certifications, in the United States. (Specifically, Atlanta or Nashville area, as I am equidistant between both. And on-line or remote options.)

There are no options to take the official Logic Pro X certification classes and exam online. You have to attend a class in an Apple Authorized Training Center such as Logic Pro Help in Los Angeles, CA. Many of our students make the trip from far away, sometimes very far away (we've had students come from Korea, China, Australia etc... only to attend our classes)! Maybe you'll consider making a trip to L.A. to attend my next Logic Pro X 101 class? You can see a list of classes at http://www.logicprohelp.com/classes - let me know if you have any questions regarding the class, transportation, hotel or travel arrangements.

[SRF_Audio]

Thanks for the help David, as always.

 

That answers my questions.

 

From there, do you know about the Train the Trainer courses? How often do they offer those, and where are they held? I seem to remember there being one in Paris...but I could be making that up.

[David Nahmani]

I believe there has been T3 classes in Paris.... I know there are some in London... all questions you should ask to Apple though as those things constantly change. As far as I know Apple constantly updates the T3 training schedules depending on the demand, and sometimes there aren't any T3 classes for a while until enough people show interest.

 

Best of luck!

[SRF_Audio]

Ok, will do. Thanks.

[David Nahmani]

You're welcome!

[MikeRobinson]

Thanks for the info, David!

 

In my case, I am actually not specifically looking for "a certification" ... at least, not now. At this point in my life and career, music production is "a serious avocation," but not (yet!) my "vocation." Nevertheless, my life is not over yet and maybe in the future I'll make it a point to do just that. If "Jupiter aligns with Mars," I shall indeed look forward to it.

[David Nahmani]

In my case, I am actually not specifically looking for "a certification" ... at least, not now. At this point in my life and career, music production is "a serious avocation," but not (yet!) my "vocation." Nevertheless, my life is not over yet and maybe in the future I'll make it a point to do just that. If "Jupiter aligns with Mars," I shall indeed look forward to it.

I understand. In fact I would say that 2 out of 3 of my students come for the education alone, and not for the certification. Some still take the exam to see wether or not they would be certified, others don't even bother at all with the exam, so that they can concentrate on learning what they need only, and not what they should know in order to pass the exam. When teaching, my ultimate goal is not that my students pass the exam and become Apple Certified, my ultimate goal is to give them rock solid foundations so they have a clear understanding of the cornerstones of music production (with Logic Pro X), and can later build upon that knowledge in any way they can/want.

[SRF_Audio]

^ ...and he accomplishes that goal brilliantly, if I may be so bold.

 

That class with David lead me to want further education, which eventually led me from serious avocation to "day job."

[MikeRobinson]

I have no doubt whatsoever about the quality of David's educational offerings – or his book. Perhaps someday the stars will align and I'll attend. Me not quite there yet. (Yet!)