The SkillsTrain MCSA/MCSE Courses
Your Questions AnsweredQ: Do I need existing computing skills to study MCSA or MCSE?
For MCSA certification you should ideally have 6–12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems and for MCSE, a year’s experience implementing and administering network operating systems and desktop operating systems is desirable. Though our course takes students through the earliest steps, right through to certification.
Q: How long will the course take?
The great advantage of a SkillsTrain home study course is that you can study in your own time, at your own pace. Your SkillsTrain tutor will discuss your personal circumstances and work schedule.
Q: Is there a time limit within which I need to complete the exams?
No, studies are undertaken at your own pace, though we encourage you to set a timetable within which to sit your certification exams.
Q: What will I receive at the end of it?
You will receive the globally recognised MCSA, or MCSE certification, as laid down by Microsoft, one of the world’s leading technology companies.
Q: What is included in the price of the course?
You will receive all course-work necessary to complete each section of your course in carefully bound ring binders, with clear indexing.
You will have the opportunity to attend practical classroom sessions and Live Internet Training and have the benefit of digital video on CD, with graphical illustrations and narration
You have access to your own personal tutor and to tuition support through our unique Student World intranet.
You will have the resources of one of the world’s most successful distance learning colleges at your finger tips, for support and to answer any questions that may arise.
Q: Who assesses my work?
Your work is assessed by fully qualified SkillsTrain tutors who will be on hand throughout your studies to guide, assess and advise.
Q: What job prospects could I expect with Microsoft MCSA / MCSE certification?
MCSA will enable you to progress your career and apply for positions such as:-
- Systems Administorator
- Network Operations Analyst
- Information Systems Administrator
- Network Administrator
- Technical Support Specialist
MCSE will enable you to progress your career and apply for positions such as:-
- Systems Engineers
- Network Engineers
- System Analysts
- Network Analysts
- Technical Consultants
Q: What is the earnings potential after studying this course?
Salary expectations for a fully qualified networking professional range from £35,000 to upwards of £45,000.
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