The Most Comprehensive technical Instructional Skills Self Paced Course
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The Next Evolution of Professional Instructor Development™
Cross-Platform. Cross-Industry. Professional Instructor Certification Is Here.
Turn your professional expertise into transferable teaching, facilitation, coaching, and knowledge-transfer capabilities.
Candidates Qualify Through One Accepted Pathway
One accepted pathway means you need only one of these three.
1. Relevant Certification
A recognized technical, industry, professional, occupational, or other relevant certification.
2. 1+ Year Relevant Professional Experience
At least one year of relevant professional experience in the candidate’s field of expertise.
3. Employer Verification
Employer verification confirming relevant professional expertise.
Certification OR Experience OR Employer Verification
The Most Comprehensive Microsoft Instructional Skills Self Paced Course
Knowing how to present information is only one part of becoming an effective professional instructor.
FDTEC has developed professional instructors since 1999. Today, FDTEC Certified Instructor™ helps qualified professionals translate subject expertise into effective instruction, coaching, facilitation, and knowledge transfer.
Knowing how to present information is only one part of becoming an effective professional
Knowing how to present information is only one part of becoming an effective professional instructor.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Today's professionals must be able to communicate clearly, listen actively, facilitate lea
Today's professionals must be able to communicate clearly, listen actively, facilitate learning, ask better questions, manage learners, coach, provide feedback, adapt, solve problems, transfer knowledge, use AI effectively, and help other people apply what they learn.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
FDTEC Certified Instructor™ brings those capabilities together in one structured self-pace
FDTEC Certified Instructor™ brings those capabilities together in one structured self-paced professional certification pathway.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Microsoft still describes MCT as an annual membership for professionals who train Microsof
Microsoft still describes MCT as an annual membership for professionals who train Microsoft customers, and it remains relevant to Microsoft's official training ecosystem. But the requirements changed substantially in 2026.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
FDTEC took decades of instructional-skills experience and built a broader professional ins
FDTEC took decades of instructional-skills experience and built a broader professional instructor-development model.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
The result is not a course limited to one technology platform. It is a professional instru
The result is not a course limited to one technology platform. It is a professional instructor certification designed to complement the expertise you already possess and move with you as your career evolves.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Our modern FCI pathway grew from decades of real instructor-development experience—not fro
Our modern FCI pathway grew from decades of real instructor-development experience—not from a new idea about training.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Our professional-learning experience extends across Microsoft, CompTIA, Linux/LPI, Splunk
Our professional-learning experience extends across Microsoft, CompTIA, Linux/LPI, Splunk, NIST, and broader enterprise technology-learning environments.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
That experience now supports a cross-platform professional instructor certification focuse
That experience now supports a cross-platform professional instructor certification focused on transferable human capability, knowledge transfer, AI leverage, and professional portability.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Organizations regularly ask their strongest technical and professional experts to train ot
Organizations regularly ask their strongest technical and professional experts to train others. But knowing the subject and developing capability in another person are two different professional skills.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Certifications, education, occupational experience, technical expertise, professional cred
Certifications, education, occupational experience, technical expertise, professional credentials, and real-world experience establish what you know.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Customers, employees, colleagues, learners, partners, and teams may depend on you to expla
Customers, employees, colleagues, learners, partners, and teams may depend on you to explain, demonstrate, facilitate, coach, troubleshoot, and transfer that knowledge.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Professional instructor capability turns subject expertise into communication, learning, a
Professional instructor capability turns subject expertise into communication, learning, application, independence, and performance.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
FCI is structured around the interconnected capabilities required to teach, facilitate, co
FCI is structured around the interconnected capabilities required to teach, facilitate, coach, communicate, solve problems, use modern instructional tools, and transfer knowledge effectively.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Establish the professional standards, responsibilities, credibility, learning environments
Establish the professional standards, responsibilities, credibility, learning environments, and instructor mindset that support effective professional development.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Develop the interpersonal capabilities required to create clarity, build engagement, liste
Develop the interpersonal capabilities required to create clarity, build engagement, listen effectively, question strategically, and guide learning.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Strengthen professional delivery, structure, pacing, clarity, learner engagement, and exec
Strengthen professional delivery, structure, pacing, clarity, learner engagement, and executive presence.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Develop the judgment and interpersonal capability required to manage different learners, c
Develop the judgment and interpersonal capability required to manage different learners, classroom dynamics, challenges, conflict, and coaching situations.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Move beyond presentation toward retention, application, critical thinking, problem solving
Move beyond presentation toward retention, application, critical thinking, problem solving, and professional performance.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Prepare for the technology-enabled learning environment through virtual instruction, acces
Prepare for the technology-enabled learning environment through virtual instruction, accessibility, instructional technology, and responsible AI use.
For professional instructors, the practical question is how this knowledge becomes clear instruction, meaningful practice, timely feedback, and measurable knowledge transfer. FDTEC connects subject-matter expertise to the instructional competencies needed across platforms and industries.
Professional instructor competencies
Instruction and facilitation
Communication, active listening, facilitation, presentation, questioning, classroom management, and knowledge transfer support practical instruction.
Coaching and professional judgment
Emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, executive presence, coaching, feedback, adaptability, critical thinking, and problem solving help instructors respond to learner needs.
Candidates Qualify Through One Accepted Pathway
Recognized certification
A recognized technical, industry, professional, or occupational certification.
Professional experience or verification
At least one year of relevant professional experience, OR employer verification of relevant expertise. Only one pathway is required.
Choose your FDTEC certification path
FDTEC Certified Instructor™
$1,497
Self-paced instructor development and assessment. Includes the AI module and lifetime course access.
Explore Standard FCIFCI Capstone Verified
$2,497
Self-paced certification plus additional applied performance validation.
Explore Capstone VerifiedFrequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for FDTEC Certified Instructor™?
Candidates qualify through one accepted pathway: a recognized technical, industry, professional, or occupational certification; at least one year of relevant professional experience; or employer verification of relevant expertise.
Is a college degree required?
No. A degree is not required when a candidate qualifies through one of the accepted pathways.
What is included in FCI?
The program covers 15 instructor competencies, Knowledge Transfer Effectiveness™, and AI for Trainers, Facilitators, Coaches & Educators.
What is the difference between Standard FCI and Capstone Verified?
Standard FCI includes the self-paced curriculum and certification assessment. Capstone Verified adds applied performance validation.
How is the FCI assessment structured?
The assessment contains 50 questions, allows two hours, requires 75% to pass, and permits multiple attempts.
How long does the credential remain valid?
The FCI credential has a 36-month validity period, with a streamlined renewal process.
Can I complete the program at my own pace?
Yes. Both individual certification options are self-paced.
Is FCI limited to Microsoft or one technology platform?
No. FCI is an independent cross-platform, cross-industry professional instructor certification.
Build a stronger professional future with FDTEC.
The Next Evolution of Professional Instructor Development™
Cross-Platform. Cross-Industry. Professional Instructor Certification Is Here.