About Microsoft Learning
Microsoft Learning builds innovative learning products that enable you to make the most of your investment in Microsoft technology. Microsoft Learning offers a diverse range of programs that includes Microsoft training and certification, Microsoft Press books, skills assessments, classroom training, and e-learning solutions designed to serve the needs of our customers and partners worldwide. From utilizing cutting edge technology to advancing world-class training, Microsoft Learning provides the tools to empower you to fulfill your potential.
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Refer to the following headings to find out more about Microsoft Learning programs.
- Certifications
- Microsoft Certified Professional
- Microsoft Certified Trainer
- Certified Partner for Learning Solutions
- IT Academy
Certifications
Microsoft Certification is the premier credential of IT professionals worldwide. Microsoft certification programs are available for a rich and varied spectrum of job roles and responsibilities. When you achieve your certification, you receive objective validation of your ability to successfully perform critical IT functions. Microsoft Learning designs, develops, and delivers these credentials with leading industry partners. With more than 4.5 million certifications awarded around the world, Microsoft Learning remains committed to advancing the expertise of the global workforce through Microsoft Certification.
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Microsoft Certified Professional
The Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) community represents a growing number of IT experts certified in various technologies. After you complete a series of rigorous exams, Microsoft Certified Professional credentials validate your expertise with Microsoft technologies to your colleagues, employer, and—most importantly—to yourself.
MCPs have access to various MCP community resources and tools that allow them to exchange ideas with their peers, increase their knowledge and skills, and further their career opportunities.
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Microsoft Certified Trainer
The Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) community represents the elite of IT professionals and developers worldwide. Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) combine expertise, experience, and a passion for training and leadership. The MCT community spans more than 140 countries and includes classroom and e-learning instructors, learning consultants, authors, conference presenters, and user group leaders. All are united by passion and talent for helping Microsoft customers and partners realize their full learning potential.
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Certified Partners for Learning Solutions
Microsoft Certified Partners for Learning Solutions (CPLS) are training companies qualified by Microsoft to train IT professionals and developers on Microsoft technologies. CPLS are the providers of choice to deliver innovative classroom and online training to individuals and organizations around the world.
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IT Academy
The Microsoft IT Academy (ITA) program enables academic learning institutions to connect the world of education to the world of work by enabling faculty and students to acquire new technology skills in an academic setting. Microsoft IT Academies benefit from world-class Microsoft curriculum and cutting-edge software tools to experience real-world challenges in the classroom environment.
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