MCITP Enterprise Desktop Administrator for Windows 7

Who is it for? Adult learner 19+ Qualification: MCITP Enterprise Desktop Administrator for Windows 7 Location: Distance Learning Start date: Ongoing Duration: 120 recommended study hours – two years' tutorial support

The ideal next step to enhance your career

If you are already a Windows 7 Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) then this course will develop your skills and lead to Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Administrator status.  

The curriculum builds on your existing knowledge and develops the skills required to set the strategic direction for client computers, supporting infrastructure and applications.

By the end of the course you will be ready to take Microsoft 70-686 exam, which validates the ability to support large scale computing environments running on Windows 7.

With the skills gained in this course, you will be able to support large scale computing environments running on Windows 7, set the strategic direction for client computers, support infrastructure and support applications.

View a short selection of our Course Content and Sample Materials for the MCITP Enterprise Desktop Administrator.

Course Snapshot

• Level 3 qualification - comparable to studying at A Level
• Leads to an accredited Microsoft qualification
• Entry requirements: An existing Microsoft 70-680 qualification, if you do not have an existing qualification an extended version of this course is available to include this additional qualification
• Three books containing 12 modules and 12 assignments
• One exam - Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Administrator 70-686
• Approximately 120 recommended study hours
• Flexible payment options
• Pathway option available - take advantage of two courses in one economical package
• Study Progression
• It is essential that you have a PC with the Windows 7 Ultimate operating system. It can be done with Windows 7 Professional but some tasks cannot be completed. Other operating systems are not suitable

What's Included?

• Two year's unlimited tutorial support
• Bespoke course materials written by industry experts
• Exam fees
• Exam booking service
• 24 hour access to the Home Learning College Virtual Learning Community
  – the UK’s biggest online campus
• Optional NUS card - the definitive student discount card with a range of exclusive discounts
• Optional access to student rewards and career management service

An existing Microsoft 70-680 (MCTS) qualification is required. If you do not have an existing qualification then an extended version of this course including the relevant modules is available.

Before you enrol on a Home Learning College Course, please ensure that you have read and understood the pre-requirements below:

• You have a valid UK address (students outside the UK will receive an additional postage charge).
• You are over the age of 18 or have a third party payee for any financial agreement.
• You have a solid grasp of the English language.
• You have access to a computer and the internet throughout your study period.
• You have basic PC skills in order to navigate our Virtual Learning Community.
• You are fully committed to your studies.

System Requirements

To check your computer is compatible with the software provided with this course please review our Computer Compatibility and Specification Requirements.

Did you know that one of the most common challenges people face in pursuing education is the cost?

That’s why Home Learning College has developed the most flexible payment terms of any other UK distance learning provider.

Kick Start 2012 with an Achievement Award

To help encourage a successful start to 2012, Home Learning College has set up a fund of £50,000 to encourage and reward new students.

• Make a flying start to your study in 2012, and when you complete your first assignment you will be rewarded with an Official Certificate of Achievement and award of £150 for courses with a selling price over £600 or an award of £50 for courses with a selling price under £600*.
• Plus if you are selected as one of the top five students the full costs of your course will be covered by the fund.
  What more encouragement do you need?

*The Kick Start Achievement awards apply to all courses throughout January 17, 2012 and February 14, 2012.
Kick Start 2012 Terms and Conditions

Speak to one of our course advisers for further details quoting reference KICKSTART2012.

Pathway Option

Designed to help you fast track your career, our pathway packages combine the courses you need to gain the wider job opportunities and higher earning capacity you want. For example, you can gain MCTS Microsoft Windows 7 Desktop Support and MCITP Enterprise Desktop Administrator qualifications via one economical course.

Qualified MCITP Desktop Administrators can provide second-line support in a wide range of environments, from small and medium sized companies to large organisations.

View the Microsoft  career progression pathway.

If you’re looking to develop your IT career then gaining a Microsoft certification is one of the best ways to enhance your progress. Microsoft qualifications are recognised around the world and add instant credibility to your CV.

MCITP certifications build on the technical proficiency measured at MCTS level. MCITP candidates are capable of deploying, building, designing, optimising, and operating technologies for a particular job role. They make the design and technology decisions necessary to ensure successful technology implementation projects.

On completion of this course you can progress to study a range of other certifications including (amongst others): 

• MCITP: Microsoft Server Administrator
• MCTS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client Configuration 70-620
• MCTS: Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration 70-640
• MCTS: Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration 70-642
• MCTS: Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration 70-643
• MCITP: Microsoft Enterprise Administrator 70-647