Choose a Certification to learn more about its benefits and requirements
MCTS
The Microsoft® Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification enables professionals to target specific technologies and to distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in the various Microsoft technologies with which they work.
MCITP
The Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification demonstrates comprehensive skills in planning, deploying, supporting, maintaining, and optimizing IT infrastructures.
MCPD
The Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) credential distinguishes you as an expert Windows® Application Developer, Web Application Developer, or Enterprise Application Developer. These credentials demonstrate that you can build rich applications that target a variety of platforms using .NET Framework 2.0.
Microsoft Certified Architect Program
The Microsoft Certified Architect Program targets practicing solutions architects and infrastructure architects who successfully apply frameworks and methodologies to create an architecture through the entire IT life cycle.
MCDST
Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technicians (MCDSTs) have the technical and customer service skills to troubleshoot hardware and software operation issues in Windows environments.
MCSA
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrators (MCSAs) administer network and systems environments based on the Windows platforms. Specializations include MCSA: Messaging and MCSA: Security.
MCSE
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSEs) design and implement an infrastructure solution based on the Windows platform and Microsoft Windows Server System™ software. Specializations include MCSE: Messaging and MCSE: Security.
MCDBA
Microsoft Certified Database Administrators (MCDBAs) design, implement, and administer Microsoft SQL Server™ databases.
MCAD
Microsoft Certified Application Developers (MCADs) use Microsoft technologies to develop and maintain department-level applications, components, Web or desktop clients, or back-end data services.
MCSD
Microsoft Certified Solution Developers (MCSDs) design and develop leading-edge business solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies, platforms, and the Windows architecture.
