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Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track

The Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course equips system administrators and virtualization specialists with skills to streamline virtual desktop and application deployment, solving critical challenges in scalability and user personalization. With 78% of enterprises adopting digital workspaces, mastering Horizon, App Volumes, and Dynamic Environment Manager is essential for efficient end-user computing.

This course prepares learners for the Omnissa Certified Administrator – Horizon (OCA-H) certification, with Koenig’s Guaranteed-to-Run dates ensuring timely access to official vendor-authorized training. Gain hands-on expertise to deliver secure, scalable virtual environments and advance into senior desktop infrastructure roles.

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Course Overview

The Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course by Omnissa is an intensive, five-day training program designed for experienced administrators, systems engineers, and consulting architects responsible for deploying and managing enterprise virtual desktop environments. This course prepares candidates for the Omnissa Certified Professional Desktop (OCPD) certification and delivers deep technical expertise in Omnissa Horizon, App Volumes, and Dynamic Environment Manager. Targeted at IT professionals with prior experience in end-user computing (EUC), it equips learners with skills critical for organizations adopting digital workspace solutions, with over 70% of Fortune 500 companies now leveraging virtual desktop infrastructure to support hybrid work models. The curriculum is structured to accelerate proficiency in deploying scalable, secure desktop and application delivery platforms across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments.

Students engage with core Omnissa technologies including Horizon® Connection Server™, Unified Access Gateway™, App Volumes, Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM), and vSphere, gaining hands-on experience through lab-intensive learning—approximately 55% of the course. In a simulated enterprise lab environment, participants build and configure full virtual machine pools, instant-clone desktops, and Remote Desktop Services (RDS) application farms, while also installing and managing App Volumes to deliver applications on-demand. A key real-world project involves configuring Cloud Pod Architecture across multiple sites, integrating DEM for user personalization, and applying Smart Policies to dynamically manage user environments. These labs are conducted in a dedicated lab infrastructure with Active Directory, SQL backends, and multi-site vCenter configurations, mirroring actual production deployments.

This course significantly enhances readiness for the Omnissa Certified Professional Desktop (OCPD) credential, a globally recognized certification validating expertise in virtual desktop and application delivery. Certified professionals report an average salary increase of 15-20%, with senior EUC architects earning upwards of $120,000 annually. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning journey with official courseware, Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, and 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring mastery of complex concepts. Graduates are positioned to lead digital workspace transformations, driving operational efficiency and supporting scalable, secure remote access strategies in modern enterprises.

What You'll Learn

Provision Omnissa Horizon desktop pools and Unified Access Gateway appliances to facilitate secure virtual desktop infrastructure access.
Configure Omnissa Connection Server components to establish secure, scalable, and reliable end-user connectivity.
Automate application delivery and lifecycle management using App Volumes Writable Volumes and AppStacks.
Implement Dynamic Environment Manager policies to enforce granular user profile personalization and configuration settings.
Troubleshoot Horizon client performance issues by optimizing protocol settings and reducing network latency.
Analyze Omnissa Horizon performance metrics to maintain high availability and resolve infrastructure bottlenecks.

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Completion of VMware Horizon 8: Skills for Virtual Desktop Management or equivalent foundational knowledge. Proficiency in using vSphere 7.x or 8.x to manage virtual infrastructure effectively. Hands-on experience creating and managing VM snapshots, templates, and guest customization specifications for seamless deployment. Microsoft Windows Server 2019/2022 system administration skills, including DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory configuration, to ensure reliable network services. Ability to configure and manage Group Policy Objects for user and computer restrictions, enhancing security and compliance. Experience enabling and managing Remote Desktop Connections on Windows systems for secure remote access. Understanding of basic storage concepts such as vSAN or NFS and network load balancing fundamentals.
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Certification Exam

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Exam Details
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OCPD
Format
Multiple choice, labs & case studies
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Passing Score
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Retake Policy
No mandatory waiting period; candidates may retake after 24 hours, limited to 3 attempts per calendar year
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

1
Day 1– Omnissa Horizon Architecture Fundamentals
Course logistics and expert introductions Mastering core course learning objectives Evaluating Omnissa Horizon features and benefits Analyzing Horizon conceptual deployment architecture Applying critical vSphere virtualization concepts Managing VMs using vSphere Client tools Provisioning and deploying virtual machine resources Configuring the Horizon Agent for performance
2
Day 2– Desktop Pool Optimization and Deployment
Optimizing Windows VMs for Horizon speed Building Linux VMs for Horizon environments Deploying Horizon Agent on Linux systems Establishing robust desktop pool templates Automating desktop pool configuration workflows Managing instant-clone desktop pool resources Defining secure end-user entitlement policies Controlling pool and user-level security policies
3
Day 3– RDS, Client Options, and App Volumes
Implementing scalable RDS desktop pools Creating RDS desktop and application pools Optimizing load balancing for RDSH servers Mastering Omnissa Horizon Client configuration options Managing printing and USB redirection settings Leveraging App Volumes for application delivery Identifying core App Volumes infrastructure components Streamlining application lifecycle management stages
4
Day 4– App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager
Building efficient Application Packages Assigning applications to specific user entities Updating applications using new Packages Integrating Horizon with App Volumes Manager Configuring On-Demand Published Application access Maximizing Dynamic Environment Manager benefits Mapping DEM architecture and core components Configuring personalization and user settings
5
Day 5– Advanced Management and Scaling Strategies
Executing advanced App Volumes configuration tasks Scaling App Volumes across global locations Using appcapture.exe for command-line packaging Scaling Dynamic Environment Manager for enterprise Utilizing Silos for multi-site management control Implementing Horizon Smart Policies for security Deploying SyncTool for environment consistency Managing Application Profiler and privilege elevation

What's Included in Your Training

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Career Outcomes

78%

of OCPD certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+22%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the OCPD certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

Job Roles

6
  • Omnissa Horizon Administrator
  • VDI Engineer
  • App Volumes Specialist
  • Desktop Virtualization Consultant
  • End-User Computing Engineer
  • Virtual Desktop Manager

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the OCPD training course

Is the Omnissa certification exam included in the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course fee?
The Omnissa certification exam is not included in the course fee. The exam fee for the Omnissa Certified Administrator – Horizon (OCA-H) is USD $250, as standardized globally by Omnissa for all official certification exams.
What training formats are available for the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course, and is it Guaranteed-to-Run?
Koenig offers live online instructor-led training for this course, delivered as a Guaranteed-to-Run session. The five-day fast-track program combines extended learning hours and is available globally via virtual classroom with expert instructors.
How long is lab access provided after the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course, and what environment is used?
Lab access is provided for 30 days following course completion. The labs are conducted in a cloud-hosted sandbox environment, allowing hands-on practice with Omnissa Horizon, App Volumes, and Dynamic Environment Manager technologies in a secure, preconfigured setup.
What is Koenig Solutions' rescheduling and cancellation policy for the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course?
Koenig allows free rescheduling of training dates with at least 7 days' notice. Cancellations made 15 or more days before the course start date incur no fee; those within 7–14 days are charged 10% of the fee, and cancellations under 7 days are charged 25%.
What is the format, duration, and passing score of the Omnissa Certified Administrator – Horizon (OCA-H) exam?
The OCA-H exam consists of 60 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions, with a 90-minute duration and a passing score of 300 on a scale of 100–500. It validates skills in Horizon deployment, App Volumes, and Dynamic Environment Manager configuration.
How long is the Omnissa Certified Administrator – Horizon certification valid, and what is the renewal process?
The OCA-H certification is valid for two years from the date of issuance. Renewal requires passing the current version of the OCA-H exam before expiration, with no continuing education or fee waivers; the full exam fee of USD $250 applies for retakes.
Does Koenig provide post-training support for the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course?
Yes, Koenig provides 90 days of post-training mentorship with subject matter experts, access to a dedicated learning portal, and membership in a community of certified professionals for ongoing guidance, resource sharing, and technical doubt resolution after course completion.
What are the prerequisites for attending the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course?
Prerequisites include familiarity with vSphere operations, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Windows system administration. Candidates should have experience creating VMs, configuring Horizon Agents, and managing desktop pools, as the course assumes foundational knowledge in virtual desktop infrastructure.
What career opportunities and salary ranges can be expected after earning the OCA-H certification?
OCA-H holders qualify for roles like Virtual Desktop Administrator and End-User Computing Engineer, with average salaries ranging from $85,000 to $110,000 annually in North America, reflecting a 15–20% premium over non-certified peers in similar positions.
How does instructor-led training for the Omnissa Horizon: Deploy and Manage Plus App Volumes Fast Track course compare to self-study?
Instructor-led training provides structured learning, hands-on labs, and real-time feedback, significantly improving exam success rates. Compared to self-study, it reduces preparation time by 30–40% and ensures comprehensive coverage of exam objectives, especially for complex topics like Cloud Pod Architecture and Smart Policies.
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