Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Prove your expertise on Microsoft core platform skills by earning a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification.
The Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification is for IT professionals and developers looking to get their first job in Microsoft technology. Whether in the cloud or on-premise, this certification validates the core platform skills needed in an IT environment. The MCSA certifications are a requirement to achieve Microsoft flagship Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) and Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certifications.
If you are a student new to IT who may not yet be ready for MCSA, the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is the optional starting point that may be available through your university.