After you have made your way up the IT career ladder, it is time to target the most in-demand Microsoft certifications. Microsoft offers a variety of certifications for server, app and desktop, as well as developer platform, database, and server.
We must start by stating that Microsoft is a leading system for both office and operations software. It also offers a wide range of products. These include online services and gaming. Hardware is just one example. Microsoft also offers world-class certification that qualifies administrators and technicians to support the system and its applications.
You are recognized as a specialist in Microsoft technology once you have achieved the MCSE certification. It can also help you grow professionally and personally. Having MCSE certification or any other Microsoft certification will increase your opportunities to grow in your IT projects. IT certificates are a top priority for hiring managers in order to make the best decisions when it comes time to hire.
These Main Categories Cover the Microsoft Certification Program
Server: These certifications include Microsoft Azure, Lync and Windows Server certifications
Desktop: Certifications for Windows devices and Windows
Applications: Certifications forMicrosoft Office, Office and Office365
Database: Certifications for SQL Server
Developer: Certification for Sharepoint and Visual Studio, as well as Microsoft Azure
Some Certifications are part of the Microsoft Certification Program. They come with the following Credentials:
MTA or Microsoft Technology Associate
MCSA or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate
MCSE or Microsoft Certified Solutions Specialist
MCSD or Microsoft Solutions Developer
Microsoft Specialist
MOS or Microsoft Office Specialist
Once you pass the first Microsoft certification-qualifying exam, you are labeled a Microsoft Certified Professional or MCP. You will have access to exams dashboard and other benefits through your MCP status. This includes certificates, transcripts and certification logos. There are also offers. You also get MCP designation on any Microsoft transcripts you have. It is important to understand that MCP certs only include MCSE, MCSA, and Specialist certifications.
The MTA and MOS certs do not qualify for MCP status. These certifications are not prerequisites for specialist certs, MCSD or MCSE certifications, nor MCSA certifications.
Microsoft also offers additional certifications such as the MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) and the MCE (Microsoft Certified Educator) titles for those who want to teach stuff related to all Microsoft products and tech.
Certificate for Servers
The Microsoft Server certification log includes MTA, MCSE, and MCSA credentials. The IT infrastructure certification falls under the MTA Server track. To obtain the certification, the candidate must pass at least one of the five exams.
These Topics Cover:
Networking
Server administration fundamentals
Security
Cloud
Mobility and devices
This MCSA Server track includes Windows Server 2008, 2012, and 2016. Each one requires three exams. Two exams are required for the Linux on Azure certification and the MCSA: Cloud Platform certification. Each item is dependent on the other.
Messaging
Server Infrastructure
SharePoint
Private Cloud
Communication
Microsoft Certifications for Desktop
Microsoft Desktop certification includes the MTA, MCSA and Microsoft Specialist certifications. You must pass one exam to become Microsoft Specialist in Windows 10. MTA Desktop has a single certification — IT Infrastructure — that is similar to MTA Server. To qualify for MTA IT Infrastructure, you must pass one of five exams on Windows Server administration, security and mobility.
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