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About MCDST certification

Microsoft’s MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Technician) certification has been designed for professionals who have the knowledge and skills to configure and troubleshoot the Microsoft Windows XP operating system. They also have experience using applications included with the Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook Express and Microsoft Office Applications.

Benefits of MCDST Certification

  • Microsoft products are most widely used in business enterprises today and the MCDST certification proves expertise on the Microsoft products and technologies.
  • Professionals holding the MCDST certification are preferred by the employers and they also get preference in promotions.
  • MCDST certification is helpful for professionals who have skills to successfully support end-users and to troubleshoot desktop environments that are running the Microsoft Windows operating system. They can upgrade their credentials and get recognition from the industry.
  • MCDST Certified professional can find appropriate job easily and get paid more.
  • And most importantly, on average, an MCDST certified person gets more salary than persons having the same job profile.

    • Job Roles for MCDST certified professionals

    The job roles for MCDST certified professionals typically include: technical support specialists, PC support specialists, help desk technician and customer support representatives.

    MCDST requirements

    To get MCDST certification on Microsoft Windows XP, you have to pass two mandatory Core tests (70-271 and 70-272). There are no elective tests for this certification.

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