Steps to MCT Certification and Benefits. Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) are the premier technical and instructional experts in Microsoft technologies. Join this exclusive group of worldwide Microsoft technical training professionals and reap the benefits of MCT training certification and membership.

Steps to MCT Certification

Over the years we have had many questions on how to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer. There are many opinions on how to get this coveted certification. We will layout the facts on obtaining MCT Certification.

Possess a Qualifying Microsoft Certification

If you are seeking to become a MCT the first step is to Obtain a Qualifying Microsoft Certification. 

Attend an Microsoft Instructional Skills Course

You must attend an Instructional Skills course from an approved provider of MCT Instructional Skills Certification. Be aware that you only need one of the qualifying certifications that you verified on the qualifying course list. The reason we want to clarify is, that many times we have students ask if they need all the certifications on the list. Remember you only need one qualifying certification. Fourth Dimension Technologies, Inc. Instructional Skills offers 3 paths to choose from. The first and most popular path is our self-study course. This course is designed for active or working adults. Active adults do not always have the time to take a traditional class. They lack the time to take a class that requires 2-5 days to complete. Our self-study course allows you to take the course at your own pace. This course can be completed in a few days. You could also take a month or more to complete the course. Since we designed this course for working adults, we added some things for your convenience. First, if you purchase our course before July 1st 2023 you will only be required to pass a final exam. You do not need to take the exam before July 1st, but  must complete your purchase by this date. The final exam must be completed in 2 hours. You can take it multiple times at no additional cost if you do not pass on your first attempt. You need 65% for a passing score. The exam consists of 50 questions. All Microsoft instructional skills courses require a capstone presentation starting July 1st. Self-Paced candidates deliver this presentation via Microsoft teams. A IMPOTANT UPDATE: POST JULY 1ST 2023 WE WILL DISCONTINUE OUR FINAL EXAM. STUDENTS WILL NOW ACCESS OUR KNOWLEDGE RETENTION FEEDBACK TOOL. THIS TOOL IS DESIGNED TO INCREASE RETENTION AND PREPARE YOU FOR THE REQUIRED CAPSTONE PRESENTATION. 

If you desire a more traditional experience, you should choose our Virtual Instructor-Led online delivery method. This course has proven an excellent choice for Microsoft professionals that are in different regions of the world. This course is scheduled to run on U.S Eastern Standard Time and European time. The course is designed to be completed in 2-3 days. There is no final exam required for this course.

Lastly, if you desire an in-person course this is the offering for you. This course is not offered regularly due to the recent covid-19 pandemic. We also limit the class side with this offering. Students will not exceed 10 per session. This course is delivered in a brick-and-mortar environment. The course is designed to complete over 2-3 days.

So now that you know that you must follow 2-3 steps to qualify for the MCT Certification. A qualifying Microsoft Certification. And  Attend a Fourth Dimension Technologies, Inc. approved Instructional Skills course. You will be issued a Certificate of Completion from Fourth Dimension Technologies, Inc. You must Provide Microsoft a copy of our Certificate of Completion. This is done by uploading your certificate through the MCT enrollment tool. You must go to the online application which is accessed through the MCT Enrollment tool. Use the online tool for the following: Review the MCT program requirements and sign the MCT Program Guide and Agreement. Your electronic signature validates your acceptance of the Terms and Conditions of the MCT Agreement. May sure you follow this step.

We have discussed the 2 critical steps to MCT Certification. We have touched on what should have first after you receive your certificate of completion.

Update Your Microsoft Profile

The next step is simply to update your profile information. The contact information that you provide is used for MCT communications. The MCT Program team are Microsoft personal dedicated to the MCT community. It is important that you provide current information to stay up to date on newsletters, events, and discounts. We will discuss some of the benefits of MCT certification in another article. During the enrollment process, specify your employment status. If you are employed by a Learning Partner or a Microsoft Imagine Academy, you need your employer’s Learning Partner or Microsoft Imagine Academy ID number. Providing your employer MCID allows for a discount on any MCT enrollment fees if your organization qualifies.

Select your payment method. Program fees vary, depending on your country/region and employment status. Note Microsoft fees are currently waived, so now is the time to act!.

In summary we have discussed the 2 steps you need to become an MCT. We walked through the steps of activation and how to update your profile. We covered the payment of MCT fees.  Microsoft has currently waived their fees!

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