1. Microsoft IT Academy Southern Wayne High School

2. What is MITA? The Microsoft IT Academy program is a global IT learning solution that connects educators, students, and communities It helps students during their early information technology (IT) experience Offers a life-long learning model of continuous improvement and career development

3. Benefits of MITA Helps students obtain the hands-on skills and practice needed to succeed in technology careers Web-based, so students are exposed to online learning Access to cutting-edge resources and collaboration tools **MOST IMPORTANT: You can earn valuable Microsoft Certifications!!

4. Benefits of Certification • Certifications can help you: • differentiate yourself in today's competitive job market • broaden your employment opportunities by displaying your advanced skills • result in higher earning potential • There is a global need for people highly skilled in Microsoft technologies, and Microsoft Certifications are the credentials you need to impress employers!

5. Certification for Office 2010

6. What is MOS? • Microsoft Office Specialist • Certification for Office 2010 • After taking these courses: • You will be eligible to pursue certification in Word,PowerPoint, Excel, and Access with the potential to become certified in other areas

7. Training • MITA Courses • Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Publisher • Microsoft Excel & Access • Microsoft e-Learning • Hands on labs and projects

8. Cost of Testing • Regularly $125 per test • FREE through Microsoft IT Academy initiative

9. Sample Certificate Are you certifiable?

10. Questions? CONTACT INFORMATION Leigh Cox Phone: (919)751-6060 Ext. 4242 Email: leighcox@wcps.org