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Dec. 19, 2012
Study finds that certification and training can close the skills gap and potentially fill 1.7 million open jobs.
Highlights
Microsoft Announces 20th Anniversary of Microsoft Certifications
Jan. 31, 2012
Today marks the 20th anniversary of Microsoft Certification, so we’re celebrating by kicking off a year-long tribute to the program – called 20 Years | 20 Ways - and giving back.
The Four Ds of Certification
Nov. 10
Don Field, Senior Director of Certification and Training, discusses multi-pronged approach.
Hawaii’s Public Libraries Launch Microsoft IT Academy
Nov. 10
Public-private partnership provides the world’s first Microsoft IT Academy Program available in a statewide public library system.
Dorn, Microsoft Launch the Largest Statewide Microsoft IT Academy Program
Sept. 14
Training and certification will be provided to 300,000 students and 19,000 staff members across Washington.
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