This vendor-specific certification is offered by: Microsoft Corporation
Redmond,
WA,
USA Phone: 800-636-7544 Email: MCPHelp@microsoft.com
Skill Level: IntermediateStatus: Being phased out
Certification Summary: For individuals who develop and maintain department-level applications, components, Web or desktop clients, or back-end data services using the .NET framework. Most of the exams for this certification have already retired or will be retired in March 2009.
Initial requirements: Candidates must pass three exams - two core ($125 each) and one elective ($125). The core exams include a Web Services and Server Components Exam, plus your choice of either a Web Application Development exam or Windows Application Development Exam in the language of your choice. Exams are available with either a Visual Basic or C# focus. Available electives cover such topics as BizTalk Server 2000, Microsoft SQL Server2000, and Microsoft Commerce Server 2000.
Continuing requirements:
If one exam is retired you will need to pass the replacement exam.
Low Cost:
$375
High Cost: Not available
Perks:
logo
lapel pin
beta participation
product discounts
certificate
referral service
private forum
training discounts
plaque
directory listing
priority support
Other Perks: Invitations to Microsoft conferences, training sessions, and other events. Access to MCP Magazine Online.