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Various Microsoft Certification Programs
Given the various certification Programs you can opt for it is now
appropriate to tell you that many of these certifications can better
suit your needs if you have a closer look at them. You can always
go to the Microsoft web site to get detailed information about the
Microsoft certification program, learning and training resources as
well. There are also a host of other web sites that have practice
exams and simulated learning experiences to help you become certified.
Certification, computer education, Microsoft training programs is
listed below
MCP
Exhibit expertise in any particular Microsoft product. It is helpful
for other certifications.
MCDST
Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (Two core exams) gets
the credential for supporting and troubleshooting Desktop environments
running Microsoft Windows.
MCSA
Microsoft Certified Systems Administration (Three core exams, one
elective exam). Candidates with MCSA certification are able to implement,
manage and troubleshoot Windows 2000/Windows Server 2003/Windows .NET
server.
MCSE
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (Five core exams and two elective
exams. MCSE certification core exams are four operating system exams
and one design exam) gets a credential for analysis, design and infrastructure
for business solutions based on Windows 2000/Windows Server 2003.
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MCSD
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (Three core exams, one elective
exam) is for professionals who design and develop custom business
solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies and platforms.
MCAD
Microsoft Certified Application Developer (Two core exams, one elective
exam.) is for professional developers who build applications using
Microsoft tools and technologies.
MCDBA
Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (Three core exams, one
elective exam) is for professionals who implement and administer Microsoft
SQL Server databases.
MOS: Microsoft Office Specialist
Master certification (Three required exams and one elective
exam.)
Expert certification (one Expert exam)
Specialist certification (one Specialist exam)
This is for Microsoft Office Suite of business applications. Certifications
increase your ability to use advanced functionality of Microsoft office.
MCT
Microsoft Certified Trainer
Must be MCSE, MCSD or MCDBA certified.
Requires application process and continuing education
credits (CEC)
This is for those already in the training career or looking for
a career in training.
MCLC
Microsoft Certified Learning Consultant is a demonstration of
expertise within the Microsoft training community. Competencies
are assessment, design, development, and evaluation. MCLC certification
is for those MCT’s whose role has grown to frequent consultations
with customers.
MCTS
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist involves credentials in specific
technologies like
.NET Framework 2.0 Web Applications (Two Exams Required)
.NET Framework 2.0 Windows Applications (Two Exams Required)
It involves building, troubleshooting and debugging
MCITP
Microsoft Certified IT Professional certifications (Two Exams Required)
has three specific areas
IT Professional: Database Developer
IT Professional: Database Administrator
IT Professional: Business Intelligence Developer
These certifications distinguish your professionalism in development,
administration and business intelligence.
MCPD
Microsoft Certified Professional Developer
Professional Developer: Web Developer (One Exam + MCTS Prerequisite)
Professional Developer: Windows Developer (One Exam + MCTS
Prerequisite)
Professional Developer: Enterprise Applications Developer
(One Exam + Four MCTS Prerequisite Exams)
It involves Windows application developer, Web Application Developer
and Enterprise application Developer. Usually it is on the Microsoft
.NET Framework 2.0
MCA
Microsoft Certified Architect Program is for practicing solutions
architects and infrastructure architects. This is still in beta stage
and will be available in the first half of 2006 look up Microsoft
web site for further details
Many different Microsoft certifications can help you but the best
way to advance your career is a focused method of attain the right
skills. The primary attention should be on immediate goals and your
present job.
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