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> Hi
> I have been a Windows Administrator for 10 years in an AD environment, but
> never pursued the certification. I was wondering what the best methodto
> get certified for someone with my hands on experience. I have taken
> couple of courses at a local tech college but found them too basic. I
> would like to take the test,but would like to get a refresher of all
> topics tested.
> Any suggestions /advice?
>
> --
> Craig
>
Craig,
Here's something I put together for a previous poster who was interested in
Windows 2008 AD, You can customize it to your benefit. I hope you find it
helpful.
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MCTS and MCITP Certifications
You've chosen an excellent goal to get certified. You have a long road ahead
of you, however you are doing the right thing by taking the first step in
your journey. I would suggest to check out Microsoft's Learning site for
starters.
There are many books out there, which are excellent guidelines for the
actual products for IT professionals, but are not necessarily geared
specifically towards certification.
You can try the Microsoft Press books. You can start here:
Microsoft Learning Catalog (Look for 'certification' type of books)
http://learning.microsoft.com/Manager/catalog.aspx
Let's take a different tactic...
I would suggest to first focus on a Certification that you want. You can
start here:
Microsoft Certifications by Technology
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en...echnology.aspx
You can then click on one of the certifications to see what is involved and
what tests you need to take to achieve it. For example, since you mentioned
you are interested in Windows 2008 Active Directory, you can either go for
an MCTS in Windows Server 2008 Active Directory (Exam 70-640), or take it a
step further and go for an MCITP certificate focusing on either "Server
Administrator" or "Enterprise Administrator." The MCITP is the premium
certification. For demo purposes, I clicked on MCITP to illustrate what's
involved and what tests to take. Click below to see what's what exams are
required for an MCITP "Server Administrator" or "Enterprise Administrator"
certificate
Windows Server Certification (MCITP, which includes Active Directory on
Windows 2008)
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en...rver.aspx#tab3
Then you can create a profile using the Microsoft Learning Manager to keep
track of what you need, goals, achievements, etc. Start here:
Microsoft Learning
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/default.aspx
Click on "Guide My Training."
Click on "Visit the Learning Manager."
Sign in using your Windows Live ID (the new Passport ID). If you don't have
one, you can create one.
In addition, you can also opt to attend courses at a Microsoft Certified
Partner training center, or also known as an MCPLS (Microsoft Certified
Partners for Learning Solutions), that offer MOC (Microsoft Official
Curriculum) courseware. This is usually the best way to do it because you
have the training center and a qualified instructor, also known as an MCT
(Microsoft Certified Trainer), as resources to help you achieve your goals.
If interested in this option, you can find a center near your location. I
don't know where you are located, but you can find a training center newar
you in the following link:
Locate a Microsoft Certified Partner Training Center and Classes Near You
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en...rver.aspx#tab4
I hope that helps!
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Ace
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Ace Fekay, MCT, MCITP EA, MCTS Windows 2008 & Exchange 2007, MCSE & MCSA
2003/2000, MCSA Messaging 2003
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