Looking for answers to commonly asked questions? This is the place.
Would you suggest I work for a training provider, or corporation?
It depends on the environment you want. There are 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. Many corporations required their in house trainers to hold a MCT. Coca-Cola is a great example of this requirements.
What time does the online course start?
Class starts @ 9:00 A.M. and ends @ 5:00 P.M.. check your local time for your start time.
What if I have a Microsoft fundamentals certification, can I qualify for the MCT certification?
Right now the Microsoft fundamentals certifications do not qualify you for MCT certification.
What does the job market look like for Microsoft Trainers?
There are many opportunities for MCT’s. Just do a google search on Azure technical trainers.
What are the basic requirements to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer?
Microsoft Certified Trainer Frequently Asked Questions. 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.
I prefer in person classes. What days and where are these classes offered?
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.
I am a woman. What’s the career opportunities for me?
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.
How many training jobs are available?
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.
How many days does the Virtual course run?
The Virtual Live Instructor-Led course runs 2-3 days and run from Friday-Sunday or Saturday and Sunday.
How does the self-Paced course work?
The self-Paced is our most popular course. After payment you will download the course and any additional documents. Students must complete and pass our online exam to receive their certificate of completions. Directions for the exam is included in document downloads.
Does the cost of the course cover any Microsoft fees?
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.
Do I need previous training experience to get my MCT?
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.
Current eligible Microsoft Certifications and qualifications for the MCT program
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Stack Hub Operator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Enterprise Data Analyst Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert (will be renamed in May 2023)
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (will be renamed in May 2023)
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate (retiring June 30, 2023)
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Application Developer Associate (retiring December 31, 2023)
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Voice Engineer Expert (retiring June 30, 2023)
- Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform App Maker Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Power Automate RPA Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Sales Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Marketing Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Field Service Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Commerce Functional Consultant Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Master 2016, Master 2013, Expert Excel 2016, Expert Excel 2013, Expert Word 2016, Expert Word 2013, Word Associate (Office 2019), Excel Associate (Office 2019), PowerPoint Associate (Office 2019), Outlook Associate (Office 2019), Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Office 2019), Word Expert (Office 2019), Excel Expert (Office 2019), Access Expert (Office 2019) or Microsoft Office Specialist: Expert (Office 2019) **** Note: Only renewing MCTs will have access to the MOS certs. [Beginning April 1, 2022, the Microsoft Office Specialist certification is no longer accepted for new MCTs entering the program. The certification will be accepted for renewing MCTs who entered the program prior to March 31, 2022.]
Additional Details
Microsoft Certifications and qualifications eligible for the MCT program are subject to change. All new role-based certifications will become eligible for the MCT Program once released. Retired certifications will be eligible for the MCT program up to 6 months following the retirement date. To learn more about retiring certifications, visit: Certification Retirement.
Some Instructional Skills Certification programs are not available globally, review the options above and contact instructional skills providers directly for any inquiries regarding course schedules and offerings.
You must meet the MCT program renewal requirements by your anniversary date to renew your MCT status. (Renewal requirements are subject to change.)