MOUNT VERNON – The Knox County Career Center (KCCC) had 10 students who earned Microsoft MTA and Office certifications.

The 10 students are from the Computer Network Technology (CNT) program at KCCC. 

The MTA certification is for individuals intending to build a career in desktop infrastructure, server infrastructure, or private cloud computing. Candidates that successfully pass this exam will have knowledge of fundamental Windows operating system concepts in a Windows 10 environment. This certification addresses a wide spectrum of fundamental technical concepts, assesses and validates core technical knowledge and enhances technical credibility. 

The MTA Windows Operating System exam measures the following skills: understanding operating system configurations, installing and upgrading client systems, managing applications, managing files and folders, managing devices, and understanding operating system maintenance. 

The Microsoft Office Specialist Word certification demonstrates competency in the correct application of the principal features of Word by creating and editing documents for a variety of purposes and situations. The Microsoft Office Specialist Powerpoint certification demonstrates competency to create, edit, and enhance presentations and slideshows. 

An individual earning a Microsoft Office Specialist certification has approximately 150 hours of instruction and hands-on experience with the product, has proven competency at an industry associate level and is ready to enter the job market. They can demonstrate the correct application of the principal features of Word and PowerPoint. 

In order to earn these certifications, each student had to pass a proctored exam with no access to learning materials or the Internet. This certification is recognized by the Ohio Department of Education and the Information Technology (IT) industry as a recognized credential.