Q: What are the basic requirements to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer?

A: To become a Microsoft Certified Trainer you must hold a premier Microsoft certification, generally an associate level, You must also obtain an Instructional Skills Certification from an authorized provider like Fourth Dimension Technologies, Inc.

Q: What if I have a Microsoft fundamentals certification, can I qualify for the MCT certification?

A: Right now the Microsoft fundamentals certifications do not qualify you for MCT certification.

Q: How many days does the Virtual course run?

A: The Virtual Live Instructor-Led course runs 2-3 days and run from Friday-Sunday or Saturday and Sunday.

Q: What time does the online course start?

A: Class starts @ 9:00 A.M. and ends @ 5:oo P.M. in Europe and the U.S. check your local time for your start time.

Q: How does the self-study course work?

A: The self-study is our most popular course. After payment you will download the course and any additional documents. Students must complete and pass an online exam to receive their certificate of completions. Directions for the exam is included in document downloads.

Q: I prefer in person classes. What days and where are these classes offered?

A: We understand your preference. Due to the pandemic we have suspended our in person courses. When available they are run in Baltimore, Atlanta, and Los Angeles on Saturday and Sunday the 2nd and 4th week of each month.

Q; Does the cost of the course cover any Microsoft fees?

A: No Microsoft requires a separate fee for the processing of your MCT application and activation. These fees are based on your Country/Region. Check Microsoft fee requirements page.

Q: What does the job market look like for Microsoft Trainers?

A: There are many opportunities for MCT’s. Just do a google search on Azure technical trainers.

Q: I am a woman. What’s the career opportunities for me?

A: The job market for women is excellent. Companies are looking for diversity and women make up only 30% of tech training space. So the opportunities are endless.

Q: Would you suggest I work for a training provider, or corporation?

A: It depends on the environment you want. There is really good roles available as a freelancer. The pay is great, you work when you want, and the chance for travel and online delivery is growing daily.

Q: Do I need previous training experience to get my MCT?

A: No. There is a big misconception that you should or must have training experience. Training expertise comes with time. Training is a great way to break into the business for those that have not landed that dream job. Those with solid hands on technical skills can demand strong daily rate.

Q: How many training jobs are available?

A: Good question. I do not know fully. I can tell you that the IT Training market is valued at 11B and the growth rate is 8.5%. The job openings for Data Analyst and Cybersecurity professionals exceed 6.5M and guess what someone has to train them.

CERTIFIED EXPERTS • PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION • CAREER MOBILITY

You Have the Expertise. Now Build the Professional Instructor Capability.

The Next Evolution of Professional Instructor Development™

Cross-Platform. Cross-Industry. Professional Instructor Certification Is Here.

Technical certification establishes expertise. It does not automatically establish the ability to teach, facilitate, coach, provide feedback or transfer knowledge effectively. For certified professionals who want to expand into training and workforce enablement, professional instruction is a distinct capability worth developing.

Move Beyond a Single-Platform Trainer Identity

Your existing Microsoft, AWS, Linux, Cisco, AI, cybersecurity, cloud, healthcare, consulting or other professional credentials remain valuable. FDTEC Certified Instructor™ is designed to add a portable instructional layer that can travel with you across technologies and industries.

The 15 core competencies include communication, active listening, facilitation, emotional intelligence, presentation, questioning, classroom management, conflict resolution, executive presence, coaching, feedback, adaptability, critical thinking, problem solving and knowledge transfer.

Knowledge Transfer Effectiveness™

Knowledge Transfer Effectiveness™ (KTE™) moves the focus beyond delivering information. Effective instruction helps learners understand, retain and apply knowledge. FCI also includes AI for Trainers, Facilitators, Coaches & Educators to help professionals integrate AI into preparation, coaching, feedback and learning workflows.

Candidates Qualify Through One Accepted Pathway

A recognized technical, industry, professional or occupational certification.
One or more years of relevant professional experience.
Employer verification of relevant expertise.

Choose Your Professional Instructor Path

Standard FCI — Self-Paced — $1,497

Develop the professional instructor competencies and complete the 50-question, two-hour assessment. Multiple attempts are permitted and the passing score is 75%.

FCI Capstone Verified — Self-Paced — $2,497

Add applied capstone verification to the core FCI pathway.

Organizational options: Virtual Live $3,297; In-Person $4,597 with a minimum of five starts. FCI is valid for 36 months.

What This Can Add to Your Career

Professional instructor capability can support greater career flexibility, remote and virtual delivery, consulting, independent training, customer education, internal enablement, geographic mobility and access to more clients and markets. It is a capability you can carry as technologies change.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does FCI replace my technical certification?

No. It adds professional instructor capability to the expertise you already possess.

Can experienced professionals qualify without another degree?

Yes. The accepted pathways are a recognized certification, at least one year of relevant experience, or employer verification of relevant expertise.

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