Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

This first step in certification demonstrates in-depth knowledge of at least one Microsoft operating system. Additional specialization may be achieved by passing other Microsoft certification exams. The specialized areas verify skills with Microsoft BackOffice products, development tools or desktop applications.

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) candidates are required to pass one current Microsoft certification exam that provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise (a current exam is any that has not been retired).