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Microsoft IT Academy. Jennifer Tyndall, Technology Trainer Spring Creek High School. What is MITA?. The Microsoft IT Academy program is a global IT learning solution that connects educators, students, and communities It helps students during their early information technology (IT) experience
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Microsoft IT Academy Jennifer Tyndall, Technology Trainer Spring Creek High School
What is MITA? The Microsoft IT Academy program is a global IT learning solution that connects educators, students, and communities It helps students during their early information technology (IT) experience Offers a life-long learning model of continuous improvement and career development
Benefits of MITA Helps students obtain the hands-on skills and practice needed to succeed in technology careers Web-based, so students are exposed to online learning Access to cutting-edge resources and collaboration tools **MOST IMPORTANT: You can earn valuable Microsoft Certifications!!
Benefits of Certification • Certifications can help you: • differentiate yourself in today's competitive job market • broaden your employment opportunities by displaying your advanced skills • result in higher earning potential • There is a global need for people highly skilled in Microsoft technologies, and Microsoft Certifications are the credentials you need to impress employers!
What is MOS? • Microsoft Office Specialist • Certification for Office 2010 • After taking this course: • You will be eligible to pursue certification in Word and PowerPoint with the potential to become certified in other areas
Training • MITA Courses • Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills in Word • Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills in PowerPoint • Beginner, and Intermediate Skills in Publisher • Introduction to OneNote • Microsoft e-Learning • Hands on labs and projects
Cost of Testing • Regularly $125 per test • FREE through Microsoft IT Academy initiative
Sample Certificate Are you certifiable?
Questions? CONTACT INFORMATION Jennifer Tyndall Phone: (919)751-7160 Ext. 4438 Email: jennifertyndall@wcps.org