Linux Professional Institute
LPI is the global certification standard and career support organization for open-source professionals. As the world’s first and largest vendor-neutral Linux certification body, LPI credentials prove you have the essential skills to master Linux systems across any enterprise environment.
Essentials
Track
Foundation Level
Proves foundational knowledge of Linux and open-source principles. Perfect for beginners entering the IT and open-source world.
IT Security Foundation
Covers basic concepts of IT security, encryption, device security, and privacy to protect digital assets.
LPIC Professional Track
Linux Administrator
Validates your ability to perform maintenance tasks on the command line, install and configure a computer running Linux, and manage basic networking.
Linux Engineer
Advanced certification proving you can administer small to medium-sized mixed networks, including server setup and network security.
Enterprise Professional
The pinnacle of LPI certifications. Candidates choose a specialization: Mixed Environments, Security, Virtualization & Containers, or High Availability.
Open Technology Track
DevOps Tools Engineer
Validates the practical skills needed to build and manage environments using automation tools like Docker, Git, Ansible, and Jenkins.
BSD Specialist
Proves advanced practical knowledge of BSD operating systems, focusing on FreeBSD, NetBSD, and OpenBSD system administration.
The Power of Vendor Neutrality
Unlike vendor-specific credentials (which only teach you how to use one company's software), LPI certifications evaluate universal command-line skills, automation, and real-world system architecture. This ensures you have the flexibility and deep understanding required to adapt to any Linux distribution.