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Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)

 

The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to support users who run Windows XP. It also proves that you can troubleshoot desktop environments that run on the Windows XP operating system.

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)

 

Earn the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification to help advance your career by ensuring that you have the skills to successfully manage and troubleshoot system environments that run on the Windows operating system. The MCSA: Messaging credential identifies systems administrators who implement, manage, and maintain a messaging infrastructure by using Microsoft Exchange Server. The MCSA: Security credential identifies systems administrators who help manage, maintain, and implement security on the Windows operating system and help create a secure computing environment.

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA): overview

MCSA: Messaging on Windows Server 2003

MCSA: Messaging on Windows 2000 Server

MCSA: Security on Windows Server 2003

MCSA: Security on Windows 2000 Server

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

 

Earn the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification and prove your expertise in designing and implementing the infrastructure for business solutions that are based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 Server and other Windows server versions. The MCSE: Messaging credential identifies systems engineers who design, plan, implement, manage, and maintain a messaging infrastructure by using Microsoft Exchange Server. The MCSE: Security credential identifies systems engineers who help manage, maintain, and implement security on the Windows operating system and help create a secure computing environment.

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE): overview

MCSE: Messaging on Windows Server 2003

MCSE: Messaging on Windows 2000 Server

MCSE: Security on Windows Server 2003

MCSE: Security on Windows 2000 Server

Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)

 

Demonstrate that you have the skills to lead organizations in the successful design, implementation, and administration of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 databases with the following Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) credential.

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

Showcase Your Cutting-Edge Technical Skills

Updated: September 11, 2008

The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications enable professionals to target specific technologies and to distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in their specialized technologies. An MCTS is consistently capable of implementing, building, troubleshooting, and debugging a particular Microsoft technology.

Refer to the following list to learn which MCTS certifications are currently available. More certifications will become available as new technologies are introduced.

MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Web Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Windows Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Distributed Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, ADO.NET Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, ASP.NET Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, Windows Communication Foundation Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, Windows Forms Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, Windows Presentation Foundation Applications

MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, Windows Workflow Foundation Applications

MCTS: SQL Server 2005

MCTS: SQL Server 2005 Business Intelligence

MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Business Intelligence Development and Maintenance

MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Database Development

MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance

MCTS: BizTalk Server 2006

MCTS: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007

MCTS: Managing Projects with Microsoft Office Project 2007

MCTS: Microsoft Office Live Communications Server 2005

MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 – Configuration

MCTS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 – Configuration

MCTS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 – Application Development

MCTS: Windows Embedded CE 6.0

MCTS: Windows Mobile 5.0, Applications

MCTS: Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing

MCTS: Windows Server 2003 Hosted Environments – Configuration and Management

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration

MCTS: Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 – Application Development

MCTS: Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 – Configuration

MCTS: Business Desktop Deployment

MCTS: Windows Vista – Configuration

Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)

 

Earn the Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) credential so you can highlight your field of expertise. Now you can distinguish yourself as an IT professional with the current skills and proven job-role capabilities to work effectively with a comprehensive set of Microsoft technologies.

MCITP: Business Intelligence Developer

MCITP: Business Intelligence Developer 2008

MCITP: Consumer Support Technician

MCITP: Database Developer

MCITP: Database Developer 2008

MCITP: Database Administrator

MCITP: Database Administrator 2008

MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator

MCITP: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007

MCITP: Enterprise Support Technician

MCITP: Enterprise Administrator

MCITP: Server Administrator

Microsoft IT Training and Certification Resources

 

These resources can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in the IT industry.


Learning Manager

Manage your learning experience with the Microsoft Learning Manager. You can add learning resources to your My Learning area, launch products you have activated, and track your progress and achievements over time.


Certification


Training Resources

  • Learning Catalog

    Browse the Learning catalog to find the training that works best for you.

  • Learning Plans for IT Professionals

    Work toward certifications, learn at your own pace and on your timetable with Microsoft E-Learning.

  • Skills Assessment

    Assess your skills and get a personalized learning plan that recommends Official Microsoft Learning Products, Microsoft Press books, and Microsoft TechNet resources.

  • Virtual Labs

    Try out Microsoft's newest software with TechNet's free Virtual Labs.

  • Webcasts

    Watch industry experts demonstrate the latest Microsoft software and solutions, participate in an interactive discussion, and answer questions.

  • TechNet Trial Software Center

    Download full-featured, limited-duration evaluation versions of Microsoft software and enjoy guided software evaluation experiences. Registration provides you with timely access to resources that will help you make the most of your evaluation.

  • TechNet Events

    TechNet Events provide in-person, how-to information on planning, deploying, managing, and supporting Microsoft products and technologies from a Microsoft professional. Attend an event in your local area, or consult our archive of previous events.