In order to accomplish your full 'MCSA' you have got to sit 4 individual MCP examinations ('MCP' stands for Microsoft Certified Professional). Of these, 3 examinations are core subjects & therefore must be taken, but the 4th is actually picked from a range of electives. A different elective in the range is the CompTIA Security+ , which is now selected by many candidates rather than a fourth MCP. In order to successfully achieve your full MCSE there are 7 'MCP' examinations to pass. These predominantly place importance upon network-design, Security & systems-planning.

Most trainers typically provide a bunch of books and manuals. This isn't very interesting and isn't the best way to go about remembering. Many studies have proved that memory is aided when we use all our senses, and we take action to use what we've learned.

Top of the range study programs now offer interactive CD and DVD ROM's. Real-world classes from the instructors will mean you'll learn your subject via their teaching and demonstrations. You can then test yourself by interacting with the software and practicing yourself. It's imperative to see the type of training provided by the company you're considering. You'll want to see that they include video, demonstrations and various interactive elements.

Pick disc based courseware (On CD or DVD) if possible. Thus avoiding all the issues associated with internet connection failure and issues with signal quality.

The right sort of training program should also offer fully authorised simulation materials and exam preparation packages. Avoid relying on unofficial preparation materials for exams. The way they're phrased can be completely unlike authorised versions - and this leads to huge confusion in the actual examination. 'Mock' or practice exams can be invaluable as a tool for logging knowledge into your brain - so that when you come to take the real thing, you will be much more relaxed.

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