Global Mentoring Releases Market's First Online Labs for Microsoft MCDST Certification.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

COLUMBIA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 8, 2004

Global Mentoring Solutions, preferred provider of real-time, Web-based training support solutions, announces the release of its Real-Time Labs(SM) for the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential. Global Mentoring once again demonstrates leadership with the industry's first online labs for Microsoft's latest certification, providing individuals with a hands-on learning opportunity for MCDST exam and career preparation.

"Keeping pace with market demands, these labs offer timely and relevant reinforcement for MCDST certification preparation," said Wayne Goldstein, Global Mentoring's CEO. "Real-Time Labs for MCDST enable individuals to master job-critical trouble-shooting skills by working on the same live desktop technology they'll encounter within their organization. This enables individuals to apply certification skills directly to a company's specific needs, resulting in enhanced training payoff and performance."

MCDST exams require proficiency in installation, configuration and customization of desktop systems and software. Resources for exam preparation include instructor-led courses, books and practice tests. With the addition of Real-Time Labs for MCDST, individuals now have a risk-free environment - accessible any time from anywhere - where they can develop desktop support skills on live technology.

Access is unlimited, enabling learners to repeat tasks until they've gained complete confidence. Real-time progress reports provide immediate feedback after labs, further confirming mastery of skills and readiness for exams.

"Real-Time Labs enables individuals to build MCDST skills by practicing certification-specific tasks as often as needed, from wherever they are," adds Goldstein. "This on-demand reinforcement, plus the instant feedback provided by progress reports helps produce individuals who are confident and certification-ready."

Real-Time Labs

Real-Time Labs provide remote access to a secure and fail-safe environment for learning on real hardware and software without compromising the safety of a company's own infrastructure. This enables students to learn by doing - without risk and without the need to invest in additional resources.

Real-Time Labs correspond with course curriculum and certification tracks such as Cisco and Microsoft MCSE. Labs can replicate a company's environment and proprietary systems, helping learners build mission-critical skills.

Global Mentoring

Based in Columbia, Maryland, Global Mentoring Solutions provides real-time, Web-based training support solutions for government, corporate and education. For more information, call 877-314-4872 or visit www.globalmentoring.com.