MCSA : Windows 7

MCSA : Windows 7

Solutions Associate

The foundation for your professional career

Prove you have the expertise to configure and support a Windows 7 enterprise system. (New to IT? Learn about MTA certification for new entrants.)

Step

Exam title

Optional training

Required exam

Certification earned

1

Windows 7, Configuring

MCSA: Windows 7

2

Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Support Technician

Until January 31, 2014, when you earn your MCSA: Windows 7 certification you also earn your MCTS: Windows 7, Configuration certification and either your MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Administrator on Windows 7 certification (Exams 680 and 686) or your MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician on Windows 7 certification (Exams 680 and 685).

After January 2014, you can no longer earn the MCTS: Windows 7, Configuration, MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Administrator on Windows 7, or MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician on Windows 7 certifications, but Exams 680, 685, and 686 will still be required for the MCSA: Windows 7 certification.