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Why should I do my training with a Microsoft Gold Partner for Learning Solutions? As a Gold Certified partner, EXCOM has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customers needs. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners have certified expertise and direct training and support from Microsoft. This means that as a Microsoft Gold Partner, EXCOM will provide you with training solutions endorsed by Microsoft, which will give you the skills to better address your organisations needs.
What is the new generation of certifications? The new Microsoft certification program is designed to emphasize both the primary technology skill set and the job role of the individual. By focusing on core technical or professional skills, individuals can work toward a certification that meets their needs. The program provides shorter certification paths that are targeted to specific job roles or technologies, so individuals can more quickly acquire relevant credentials to prove their expertise. Additionally, organizations can quickly ensure that IT professionals have the best skills for their projects. These shorter certification paths are also more cost-effective. The new framework makes it easier for managers to distinguish candidates that meet specific job criteria. Fewer credentials and logos make it easier to understand qualifications while still offering the level of distinction that is needed to use certification as a recruiting tool.
What does the new program mean to me? The new program makes your certification path simpler and more targeted. The program allows you to choose a credential path as either Technology Specialist or Professional, and you will be able to showcase your specific skills directly on your certification logo. The new program works in tandem with current credentials. Your current credentials will be recognized for as long as they are in demand.
What should I do if I hold a current Microsoft Certification? a) MCP: Your MCP credential is not affected by the new certifications. If you are interested in becoming certified in Microsoft Visual Studio 2005, Microsoft SQL Server 2005, or Microsoft BizTalk Server 2006, please review the credential requirements.
b) MCSE, MCSA or MCDST:You do not need to do anything at this point. When Microsoft releases the next version of the Microsoft Windows client and server products, the new credentials will follow the new structure with a Technology and Professional series. MCSEs, MCSAs, and MCDSTs will be offered an upgrade path to the new credentials.
c) MCDBA:Your MCDBA credential in SQL Server 2000 continues to be recognized by Microsoft, and you do not need to do anything to maintain it. Upgrade options for the new Microsoft SQL Server 2005 credentials will be available for those who are currently certified as MCDBAs. You can upgrade to the new MCITP: Database Administrator credential with one exam after you earn the prerequisite Technology Specialist credential. The upgrade exam will be available in early to mid-2006.
d) MCSD or MCAD: Your credentials continue to be recognized by Microsoft, and you do not need to do anything to maintain them. Upgrade options for the new Visual Studio 2005 credentials will be available for those who are currently certified as either MCAD or MCSD in Microsoft Visual Studio .NET. If you are an MCAD, you can choose an upgrade path to the new MCPD: Web Developer or MCPD: Windows Developer credential; this upgrade requires one exam. If you are an MCSD in Visual Studio .NET, you can upgrade to the new MCPD: Enterprise Applications Developer; this upgrade requires two exams. These upgrade paths waive the prerequisite of having to earn Technology Specialist credentials. The upgrade exams for Professional Developer credentials will be available in early to mid-2006.
How can I get a practice test and how can it help me? Certification candidates use self-paced practice tests to prepare for the certification exam. Practice tests help candidates assess their knowledge, identify and focus study efforts on areas of weakness, grade their performance, and experience the look and feel of the real certification exam prior to taking it. |
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