The Training Camp Answers Call for Microsoft's Newest Certification; MCDST is Fast Track for Support Technicians to Troubleshoot Microsoft Windows.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 22, 2004 The Training Camp, the industry leader in accelerated learning for information technology, today announced a new course for Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST MCDST Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician ). The 5-day accelerated MCDST provides an intensive overview of the Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. Operating System operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. for help desk agents and support personnel. Qualified technicians will learn enough about the latest technology, such as Windows XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. , to be able to support end users and successfully troubleshoot desktop environments. "This new qualification will help employers fill the gap between the growing number of support technicians needed on the Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating systems and the number of skilled individuals available to do the job," said Ed Denzler, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of The Training Camp. "Our accelerated learning and 'boot-camp' style courses mean students return to work able to immediately apply new skills in a fraction of the time of 'traditional training'. Students live on site throughout the course and the testing procedure, meaning they can completely focus on the outcome without disruption or distraction. A blended learning approach utilizes different methods so all students get the most out of the instructors and the technical expertise available. "This is Microsoft's biggest release of a new certification since the MCSD See Microsoft certification. MCSD - Microsoft Certified Solution Developer for .NET. It reflects the importance of the Windows operating system, as well as the people who support that, and we are pleased to be the first training provider to offer the MCDST," Denzler added. The first training course is scheduled to run April 5 - April 9, with a second session from May 31 - June 4, 2004. For more information on the MCDST program, and course listings, please go to http://www.trainingcamp.net/us/schedule_intro.asp. About the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Professional The MCDST certification covers the skills of help desk technician, customer support representative, PC support specialist, technical support representative, and technical support specialists as defined by the National Workforce Center for Emerging Technologies Skill Standards for Information Technology and other research worldwide. About The Training Camp The Training Camp's on-campus style and accelerated learning methodology delivers proven value to enterprises, government organizations and professionals that need to keep up with rapidly changing industry advances and certification requirements. The Training Camp, with education centers across the United States and Europe, offers a range of courses for Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Linux, CompTIA, (ISC (1) (Internet Systems Consortium, Redwood City, CA www.isc.org) An organization founded by Paul Vixie, Carl Malamud and Rick Adams in 1994 and later sponsored by UUNET and other Internet companies. )2, and Sun certification. The Training Camp, founded in 1998, is the operating name for Knowledge Key Associates, Inc., a privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. www.trainingcamp.com. |
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