In today’s economy, if you are employed, you can increase your job security by achieving professional certification. The more you know, the more valuable you will be to your employer. If you are recently unemployed, there's no better time to invest in yourself by updating your technical computer skills.
Proving your knowledge with a current certification can help set you apart from the competition. In either case, investing in IT certification will pay a return in your income as well as job security. Earning a certification validates your skill level with a product, platform or methodology.
Study the many vendor-authorized certifications that you can prepare for with hands-on, instructor-led training classes at ONLC Training Centers. Then call to speak with one of our Education Advisors toll free at 1-800-288-8221. Our advisors can answer questions you have about the certification programs, help you select the training path that is right for you and direct you to our course schedule for upcoming class dates.
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Microsoft Certification Overview: Get a general overview about Microsoft's technical certifications, or scroll down to select certification choices by Microsoft product.
ONLC is a Microsoft Gold Partner for Learning. As such we provide authorized technical Microsoft classes taught by Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs).
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise configuring BizTalk Server.
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise configuring Exchange Server 2010 or 2007.
MCITP: Builds on the MCTS certification and is designed for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise designing and deploying messaging solutions by using Exchange Server 2010 or 2007.
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical skills deploying Microsoft Forefront business security products for client and server configurations.
MOS Office Applications: The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification helps validate your proficiency in using specific Microsoft Office products—including Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Note: The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification extends to all versions of Microsoft Office including older versions of Office which assigned the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) credential.
Previously earned MCAS certifications are still valid. Contact Microsoft directly to have your transcript and certificate updated with the Microsoft Office Specialist credential.
MCITP: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: For project managers, program managers, member of the project management office, or participants in the deployment of an Enterprise Project Management (EPM) solution who want to be responsible for managing, analyzing, and reporting on projects and programs in the Microsoft Office EPM environment. This individual is able to refine the Office EPM environment further to create solutions for business problems.
MCTS: Application Development: For developers who want to demonstrate their expertise in building Web portals and integrating business applications with SharePoint Server.
MCTS: Configuration: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise in configuring and deploying SharePoint Server.
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical expertise in one of three areas: Implementation and Maintenance, Database Development, or Business Intelligence.
MCITP: Builds on an MCTS pre-requisite and is designed for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in using SQL Server 2008 for one of three specific job roles— Database Administrator, Database Developer, or Business Intelligence Developer.
Though you may see SQL Server 2005 courses on our schedule, please note that Microsoft retired the SQL Server 2005 exams as of June 30, 2011.
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their in-depth technical skills in one of two key System Center technologies: Configuration Manager or Operations Manager.
MCTS: Multiple options for developers who want to demonstrate their technical expertise using the .NET Framework 4.0.
MCPD: Builds on an MCTS pre-requisite(s) and is designed for developers who want to demonstrate their expertise in using Visual Studio 2010 for Windows or Web Developer.
MCTS: Three options for developers who want to demonstrate their technical expertise in using the .NET Framework 3.5; six specialty areas are available: Windows Presentation Foundation, Windows Communication Foundation, Windows Workflow Foundation, Windows Forms, ASP.NET, and ADO.NET.
MCPD: Builds on an MCTS pre-requisite(s) and is designed for developers who want to demonstrate their expertise in using Visual Studio 2008 for one of three specific job roles: Windows Developer, ASP.NET Developer, or Enterprise Application Developer.
Though you may see Visual Studio 2005 courses on our schedule, please note that Microsoft retired the Visual Studio 2005 exams as of June 30, 2011.
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their ability to successfully implement, build on, troubleshoot, and debug Windows Client technologies.
MCITP: This IT professional has the comprehensive set of skills necessary to deploy, design and/or maintain Windows Client. MCITP certifications build on the technical proficiency measured in the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications. Therefore, you will earn one or more MCTS certifications on your way to earning an MCITP certification.
MCTS: For IT professionals who want to demonstrate their in-depth knowledge of key Windows Server 2008 technologies: Active Directory Configuration, Network Infrastructure Configuration, and/or Applications Infrastructure Configuration.
MCITP: Builds on a combination of MCTS pre-requisites and is designed for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their technical skills in one of two industry-defined job roles: Enterprise Administrator or Server Administrator
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Certifications
Microsoft
Certified Desktop Support Technician MCDST Note: Most of the exams for MCDST are retired as of 06/30/11. See Windows 7 certification above for current certifications.
Microsoft Certified
Systems Administrator MCSA Note: Most of the exams for MCSA credential are retired. See Windows Server certification above for current certifications.
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer MCSE Note: Most of the exams for MCSE credential are retired. (Mainstream support for Windows Server 2003 ended on July 13, 2010. Microsoft Windows 2000 Server reached the end of its product lifecycle on July 13, 2010.) See Windows Server certification above for current certifications.
Microsoft
Certified Application Developer MCAD Note: Most of the exams for MCSD credential are retired. See Visual Studio certification above for current certifications.
Microsoft
Certified Solution Developer MCSD Note: Most of the exams for MCSD credential are retired. See Visual Studio certification above for current certifications.
Microsoft
Certified Database Administrator MCDBA Note: Most of the exams for MCSD credential are retired. See SQL Server certifications above for current certifications.
Microsoft
Certified Trainer/Presenter MCT
As part of the MCT certification, a candidate must hold one or more related Microosft certifications in order to teach a Microsoft Learning or Microsoft Dynamics course. Learn more about the MCT requirements on the Microsoft web site.
Adobe Certification Overview: Learn about certifications from Adobe for Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Flash, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
Cisco® offers four certification levels starting with Entry and/or Associate (CCNA), followed by Professional (CCNP), then Expert (CCIE) which is the highest level of achievement. There are seven different paths or areas of focus for each credential...
Routing and Switching: This path is for professionals who install and support Cisco technology-based networks in which LAN and WAN routers and switches reside.
Design: This path is aimed at professionals who design Cisco technology-based networks in which LAN and WAN routers and switches reside. Network
Security: This path is directed toward network professionals who design and implement Cisco Secure networks.
Service Provider: This path is aimed at professionals working with infrastructure or access solutions in a Cisco end-to-end environment primarily within the telecommunications arena.
Storage Networking: This path is for professionals who implement storage solutions over extended network infrastructure using multiple transport options.
Voice: This path is directed toward network professionals who install and maintain Voice solutions over IP networks.
Specialist: A variety of Specialist focused certifications are available to show knowledge in specific technologies, solutions, or job role. New certifications are added to this list regularly.
Citrix Certified Administrator
(CCA). The CCA certification program focuses on the skills and knowledge foundation
necessary to successfully support an existing implementation of specific Citrix
products.
Citrix Certified Advanced Administrator (CCAA). This new credential allows IT professionals to take their CCA one step further and demonstrate in-depth product skills on additional functions such as monitoring, optimizing and troubleshooting.
Citrix Certified Engineer. The Engineer Series focuses on the skills to plan and integrate select elements of application delivery, from planning - the tactical design expertise needed for scaling and enhancing existing infrastructure, to integration - the know-how to connect systems to create an optimized solution.
You can achieve certification by Citrix product to prove your competency and skill. Click the product name below to view credentials and corresponding requirements.
ONLC is a Citrix Authorized Learning Center (CALC).
A+ PC
Support Technician: A+ certification confirms a technician's ability to perform tasks such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking.
CTT+: Validates excellence in instruction—mastery of core instructor skills, including preparation, presentation, communication, facilitation and evaluation in both a classroom and virtual classroom environment.
Network+: Validates the knowledge and skills of networking professionals—ability to describe the features and functions of networking components and to manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate and configure basic network infrastructure.
Security+: Validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts.
Certified Business Analysis Professional is an expert in identifying the business needs of an organization in order to determine the best solutions—a role that is increasingly seen as a vital component of any successful project.
ITIL V3 Foundations: The ITIL Foundation certification training program provides IT professionals and managers with the essential skills needed to deliver customer-centric, cost-justified, and business-driven IT services.
ITIL V3 Intermediate Service Lifecycle Stream: Appropriate for IT professionals working within, or about to enter, an IT environment requiring a detailed understanding of the processes, functions and activities associated with the Service Transition domain of the ITIL® Service Lifecycle.
Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) by Oracle ensures that an individual has fundamental skills and a strong foundation for supporting Oracle products. This certification is generally a first level credential and may be a prerequisite for advanced level certifications.
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) by EC Council: Designed to provide the foundation needed by every Electronic Commerce and Security Professional.
CISSP by ISC provides information security professionals with not only an objective measure of competence but a globally recognized standard of achievement. This credential is ideal for mid- and senior-level managers who are working toward or have already attained positions as CISOs, CSOs or Senior Security Engineers
Security+ by CompTIA: Validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts.
The Symantec Certified Specialist credentials are based on the Altiris product suite developed to test installation, configuration, product administration, day-to-day maintenance, and troubleshooting skills. See Altiris training.
ONLC with partner NetX provide authorized Altiris training.
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As a Citrix Authorized Learning Center (CALC), ONLC is able to accept Citrix Training Passes (CTP) as payment for Citrix authorized classes. Please be sure to provide your CTP training voucher number at the time of registration.
Cisco Learning Credits Accepted Here
ONLC can redeem Cisco Learning Credits through our partnership with Skyline ATS (a Cisco Learning Solutions Partner). Each credit pays for $100 (US) worth of training. We can accept credits for full or partial payments. Cisco Learning Credits are valid for one year and may be redeemed individually.
Altiris Vouchers Accepted Here
As an AATC, ONLC is able to accept Altiris Vouchers as payment for authorized Altiris classes. Please be sure to provide your voucher number at the time of registration.
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For assistance, contact our Education Advisors toll free in the USA at 1.800.288.8221 (8am-5pm ET).
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