Microsoft Certification List

With so many IT certifications it can get very confusing to find the certification path that is suitable for you.
The below table is meant to help you identify which Microsoft certification meets your skills, knowledge or interest best.

IT professional
MCTS	Gain a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification to target specific technologies and to distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise.
MCITP	Gain a Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification to demonstrate comprehensive skills in planning, deploying, supporting, maintaining, and optimizing IT infrastructures.
MCDST	Gain a Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) certification to demonstrate technical and customer service skills in troubleshooting hardware and software operation issues in Microsoft Windows environments.
MCSA	Gain a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification to demonstrate their ability to administer network and systems environments with Windows Server 2003–based business solutions. Note For newer Microsoft technologies, such as Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Windows Server 2008, or Microsoft SQL Server 2008, you should pursue the MCITP certification.
MCDBA	Gain a Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) certification to demonstrate their ability to design, implement, and administer Microsoft SQL Server databases.
MCSE	Gain a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification to demonstrate their ability to design and implement an infrastructure solution with Windows Server 2003–based business solutions. Note For newer Microsoft technologies, such as Exchange Server 2010, Windows Server 2008, or SQL Server 2008, we recommend that you pursue the MCITP certification.
MTA	A Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is designed to help students explore career options in technology, prepare for advanced studies and MCTS exams, and demonstrate their fundamental knowledge of hardware and IT infrastructure.
Developer
MCPD	Gain a Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) certification to demonstrate comprehensive skills in designing, developing, and deploying applications for a particular job role. These certifications show that you have the skills required to perform the job successfully.
MCAD	Gain a Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD) certification to demonstrate their ability to use Microsoft technologies to develop and maintain department-level applications, components, Web or desktop clients, or back-end data services.
MCSD	Gain a Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) certification to demonstrate their ability to design and develop leading-edge business solutions with Microsoft development tools, technologies, platforms, and the Windows operating system.
MTA	A Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is designed to help students explore career options in technology, prepare for advanced studies and MCTS exams, and demonstrate their fundamental knowledge of software technology.
Home & Office user
MOS	A Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is ideal to demonstrate your advanced business skills in using Microsoft Office 2007, Office 2010, Windows Vista or highly developed skills in other Microsoft desktop softwares.
Trainer
MCT	Gain a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) certification to demonstrate the ability to successfully deliver Microsoft training courses to IT professionals and developers.
MCLC	The Microsoft Certified Learning Consultant (MCLC) credential recognises Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) whose job roles have grown to include frequent consultative appointments with customers. This certification destinguishes MCTs who are experts in designing and delivering customized learning solutions.