Introduction of the next-generation Microsoft Certification System

Last night, I saw from Microsoft's official website that a series of new. net3.5 certifications were introduced. Unlike the original authentication system, there is an additional level-1 Certification series: MASTER series.

New Certification Architecture (chart on the right): Certification>

We can see that the authentication path is increased by MCTs> MCPD> MCM

Technology series:

MCTs series mainly added certification for new technologies in. Net 3.5:
1. MCTs:. Net framework3.5 Windows Presentation Foundation applications
2. MCTs:. Net framework3.5 windows Communication Foundation applications
3. MCTs:. Net framework3.5 windows Workflow Foundation applications
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The professional series is only an upgrade of the Technology series. The subjects correspond to MCTs.

Master series:

Master series is a series of top-level certifications dedicated to a technical platform

The Microsoft certified Master Program recognizes experienced it already sionals who can successfully design and implement solutions that meet the most complex business requirements. the strength of the program is advanced, experience-based training and testing on Microsoft technologies that goes beyond any product training offered outside of Microsoft today.

The master series certifications:

•	Have prerequisite exams from the Technology series and professional series.
•	Require the candidate to attend and complete all training.
•	Culminate in a final qualification Lab Exam.
•	Are focused on a single technology platform.

You must pass the MCTs series and MCPD series to apply for an exam
Candidates are required to attend and complete the training
Take the final qualification exam
Focus on a technology platform.

Effecect series:
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Registration and registration will be available in May (USA ..).

Microsoft official website in English

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