Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)

Skill Level: Intermediate                            Status: Active                           

Certification Summary:
For individuals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments environments running on the Windows operating system. You can also choose to specialize in messaging or security on Windows.

Initial requirements:
To earn your MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification, you must pass four exams: two core exams on networking systems, one core exam on client operating systems and one elective exam. Exams are $125 each.
If you have an MCSA credential on Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, you can transition your skills to Windows Server 2003 by taking one exam.
Training is available but not required.

Continuing requirements:
The MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification will not retire.

Low Cost: $500   High Cost: $0

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Certification: Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) (United States)

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Online resources:
An MCSA training package covering exams 70-270, 70-290, 70-291, and 70-431 is available from our partner CBT Nuggets as is MCSA 2003 training package covering exams 70-270, 70-290. 70-291 & expired 70-228. Training for individual certification exams is also available via CD or online. Visit CBT Nuggets for a full list of training options.

Offline resources:
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