This page includes MCSA Windows Server 2016, MCSA Windows Server 2012, MCSA Linux on Azure and MCSA Cloud Platform as part of the Microsoft Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Track.
MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) is a certification level intended for people who seek entry-level jobs in IT. A typical MCSA candidate should have at least six to 12 months of IT experience before pursuing this certification. (New to IT? Learn about MTA certification for new entrants.)
Earning a MCSA Windows Server certification qualifies you for a position as a network or computer systems administrator or as a computer network specialist, and it is the first step on your path to becoming a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
To become MCSA certified you must pass the assigned exams. MCSA credentials in the Cloud Platform & Infrastructure track include:
Exam numbers appear in the chart. Click an exam number to view the corresponding class.
Earning any of the above MCSA certifications is a first step on your path to becoming a MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) Cloud Platform and Infrastructure.
Microsoft certification exams are performance-based requiring you to complete specific tasks during the exam to prove your knowledge and understanding of the technology rather than memorizing information.
The best way to prepare for a Microsoft certification exam is by having hands-on experience with the technology.
ONLC Training Centers is a Microsoft Gold Learning Partner. We provide authorized Microsoft training that will help you prepare for certification exams.
Authorized training is available in two delivery formats:
Below are MCSA Cloud Platform & Infrastructure classes. Classes are grouped by MCSA certification.
Where applicable, you'll see both the Instructor-led course and the equivalent MOC On-Demand (self-study) course listed. Choose the format that works best for you—both are Microsoft authorized training and available from ONLC!
) to see specific locations and dates of Ready to Run classes. Click the title of the classes marked with the yellow flag (
) to see specific locations and dates of Early Notice classes.| Click Title for Dates & Outlines | Days | Fee |
| Step 1: Prepare for Exam 410 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20410: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20410-Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 5 | $995 |
| Step 2: Prepare for Exam 411 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20411: Administering Windows Server 2012 | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20411-Administering Windows Server 2012 | 5 | $995 |
| Step 3: Prepare for Exam 412 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20412: Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services | 5 | $2995 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20412-Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services | 5 | $995 |
) to see specific locations and dates of Ready to Run classes. Click the title of the classes marked with the yellow flag () to see specific locations and dates of Early Notice classes.| Click Title for Dates & Outlines | Days | Fee |
| Step 1: Prepare for Exam 740 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20740: Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016 | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20740-Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016 | 5 | $995 |
| Step 2: Prepare for Exam 741 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20741: Networking with Windows Server 2016 | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20741-Networking with Windows Server 2016 | 5 | $995 |
| Step 3: Prepare for Exam 742 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20742: Identity with Windows Server 2016 | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20742-Identity with Windows Server 2016 | 5 | $995 |
) to see specific locations and dates of Ready to Run classes. Click the title of the classes marked with the yellow flag () to see specific locations and dates of Early Notice classes.| Click Title for Dates & Outlines | Days | Fee |
| Step 1: Prepare for Exam 533 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20533: Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20533-Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions | 5 | $995 |
| Step 2: Prepare for LFCS (Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator) with this course | ||
| 55187: Linux System Administration | 4 | $2395 |
) to see specific locations and dates of Ready to Run classes. Click the title of the classes marked with the yellow flag () to see specific locations and dates of Early Notice classes.| Click Title for Dates & Outlines | Days | Fee |
| Select any 2 of the following options: | ||
| Option: Prepare for Exam 473 with this course | ||
| 40441: Designing and Implementing Cloud Data Platform Solutions | 3 | $1795 |
| Option: Prepare for Exam 532 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20532: Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions | 4 | $2395 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20532-Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions | 4 | $995 |
| Option: Prepare for Exam 533 with this course (either live instructor-led or self-study On-Demand training) | ||
| 20533: Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions | 5 | $2795 |
| MOC On-Demand: 20533-Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions | 5 | $995 |
| Option: Prepare for Exam 534 with this course (plus edX Self-Study prerequisite course DEV205B) | ||
| 40442: Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions (MOC Workshop) | 3 | $1795 |
| Self-Study Only Options: Prepare for Exams 475, 535 on your own | ||
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MCSA certification is a prerequisite for MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) certification.
Once you have earned one of the above MCSA certifications, you just have to pass one (1) more exam from a list of approved electives to earn MCSE Cloud Platform & Infrastructure.
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