Certifications & ExamsMCDST

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Start Your IT Career With MCDST.

The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) certification will get you started in your IT career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system.


  • MCDST Requirements
  • Frequently Asked Questions



  • The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully support end users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments that are running the Microsoft Windows operating system.


    MCDST candidates are required to pass two core exams. Elective exams are not required. The following table lists Official Microsoft Learning Products courses and Microsoft Press books that are designed to help you prepare for these exams. See individual exam preparation guides for exam availability.


    Courses


    Course 2261 : Supporting Users Running the Microsoft Windows XP Operating System (three days)

    Course 2262 : Supporting Users Running Applications on a Microsoft Windows XP Operating System (two days)