Microsoft Certified Desktop Technician (MCDST)
Microsoft Windows

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The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully support end-users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments that are running the Microsoft Windows operating system.

MCDST candidates are required to pass two core exams. Elective exams are not required. The following table lists Official Microsoft Learning Products courses and Microsoft Press books that are designed to help you prepare for these exams. See individual exam preparation guides for exam availability.

The MCDST credential will not retire with the release of Windows Vista certifications; it will continue to be supported by Microsoft and valued by employers and decision makers who use Microsoft Windows XP.

Available MCDST Certifications:

• MCDST in Microsoft Windows
  • Upgrade your MCDST certification to earn MCTS and MCITP certifications
• Custom Course Dates and Schedules

MCDST in Microsoft Windows

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Upgrade your MCDST certification to earn MCTS and MCITP certifications

As a Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST), you can upgrade your certification to include a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification and a Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification by passing just one exam.

These added certifications help validate your comprehension of the functions and features of the Windows Vista operating system, your ability to deploy and support Windows Vista, and your skills related to troubleshooting network connectivity and applications issues within Windows Vista.

Upgrade to MCITP: Consumer Support Technician

After you pass Exam 70-621, you have completed the prerequisite for the MCITP: Consumer Support Technician certification. This certification helps highlight your expertise in job roles supporting a broad range of consumer desktop operating systems, desktop applications, mobile devices, networking, and hardware support issues related to Windows Vista. It is the right option for you if you would like to build expertise in home user support or consumer retail support.

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If you have 4 or more employees interested in a class or training path, but are unable to attend our public dates or require a more accelerated program, we can create a custom schedule specifically for your company. We can create one date for a specific course or an entire schedule of dates for a customized Microsoft Certification BootCamp; the possibilities are endless!

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