| https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2019/08/apple-offers-customer... “There is no cost to join Apple’s independent repair program. To qualify for the new program, businesses need to have an Apple-certified technician who can perform the repairs. The process for certification is simple and free of charge. To learn more and apply, visit support.apple.com/irp-program.” https://support.apple.com/irp-progra “Becoming certified to repair Apple products requires passing exams through an online Authorized Testing Center. Certifications are updated on a per product basis annually. The certification exam fees are waived for businesses that have been approved to be an Independent Repair Provider. Detailed information about Apple Certifications preparatory courses and exams can be found here.” https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205332 “To pass these exams, you need to have access to the training in ATLAS.” “How do I pay for the exams? When you register for the certification exams, you can pay with Visa, MasterCard, or American Express.” https://support.apple.com/kb/HT206048 “To access ATLAS, you need to have an active Global Service Exchange (GSX) account or buy AppleCare Technician Training.” |