What Microsoft Certification do you guys recommend? I was going to go for my Windows XP 70-270 cert but just don't know if it's worth continuing? Service pack 3 is probably going to launched soon so the book will probably change on me right when I'm reading SP2's book. Should I do a Vista Cert? I'm just looking for something general to so i can basically put it on my resume and maybe learn a few things I don't already know. Maybe something that I could also continue later on. Any suggestions?
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ghostchamber
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Start small ... maybe go for the MCSA first, which is what I'll do (eventually).
i passed the Windows Vista Configuration 70-620 last week and it was not only easy if you get the MS press book and actually read it all , you not only become an expert on windows Vista but you will have no trouble passing the test
the 70-620 is credit for MCSA and MCSE so instead of taking the XP client exams you can just take the 70-620
then you can decide if you want to go the MSCA/MCSE route or head into the server 2008 exams
also with the 70-620 you will become a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist so i think that would look good on a resume.
the 70-620 is credit for MCSA and MCSE so instead of taking the XP client exams you can just take the 70-620
then you can decide if you want to go the MSCA/MCSE route or head into the server 2008 exams
also with the 70-620 you will become a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist so i think that would look good on a resume.
i agree with AMD_GAMER. start off with the 70-270 (probably 90% of corporations still use XP) or 70-620 (to get the vista knowledge) and then move on the MCSA\MCSE. I just finished the MCSA last month and I am still deciding if i am going to finish the MCSE or move on the CCNA. Here was the path i took in order:
70-290
70-291
70-270
70-284
I used the Microsoft Press Books and TestOut for studying, plus i have been in a Network Admin role for about 4 years. The hardest part was actually getting the first test finished. I strongly suggest that once you decide what test you are going to take first you go ahead and schedule it. That way you have a date to work towards. I beat around the bush for almost 2 years before i finally scheduled and finished the 70-290.
good luck!
70-290
70-291
70-270
70-284
I used the Microsoft Press Books and TestOut for studying, plus i have been in a Network Admin role for about 4 years. The hardest part was actually getting the first test finished. I strongly suggest that once you decide what test you are going to take first you go ahead and schedule it. That way you have a date to work towards. I beat around the bush for almost 2 years before i finally scheduled and finished the 70-290.
good luck!
Not sure when SP3 is out, hopefully soon.
it's out right now
If you are looking for a good deal, Microsoft is offering their "Second Shot" offer until June 30th I believe. Basically, you sign up for specific Microsoft exams, and if you fail you can re-take the exam for free. It only applies to a few exams (MCSA, MCDST, MCAD, and TS). The first exam is supposed to be $60 (or at least thats what my the flyer from my professor said).
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndshot/default.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndshot/default.mspx
I hate to be the one to pull this card, but a some companies don't give a rats ass what certs you have. Don't get me wrong, don't stop learning and going for that cert. You will undoubtedly glean some very useful information from the process as long as you don't fall into the "braindump" pit. All I'm saying is that a cert will only get your foot in the door, if even that. Learn as much as you can, and experience as much as you can through labs (either a small one at home or trial by fire at your local university) before you walk up to your interviewer and say "Hire me."
The first exam is supposed to be $60 (or at least thats what my the flyer from my professor said).
What are the steps to getting a $60 voucher? that would be awesome. Through Prometric they are $125.
What are the steps to getting a $60 voucher? that would be awesome. Through Prometric they are $125.
The $60 voucher works only for the Academic certs. The IT Professional "Second Shot" voucher is $125. From the info on Microsoft's website, you have to call Prometric to register for the exams. Once you get to the testing center, you will have to show some sort of proof that you are a student.
ghostchamber
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And some companies do. A series of certifications means you've studied a specific subject area and you've proven your knowledge. This is not a bad thing by any stretch of the imagination, even if it doesn't always help as much as one might like.I hate to be the one to pull this card, but a some companies don't give a rats ass what certs you have.