The Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist (MCAS) certification is designed for individuals who want to demonstrate proficiency in the newest standard Microsoft desktop computing applications. It is primarily for office workers who use Microsoft Office programs as a vital part of their job functions. Our certification classes help the student to grasp the concepts easily by identifying and catering to individual student learning styles through mixed visual, auditory, and hands-on exercises.

For managers, certification is particularly important because it allows them to more easily identify the skills that an employee possesses. Certification can also contribute to increased productivity. Studies have shown that certified individuals are generally quicker to implement and design new technologies. And, of course, knowing employees are certified helps managers feel more confident about their employee's abilities.

For more information, please review the How does the program work?, How can ExecuTrain help?, and Does the class cover all the exam material? sections at the bottom of this page to better understand the program.

The following courses will provide the expertise needed to take the MCAS exams:

MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Access 2007 (77-605)
The Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist is nationally recognized. The certification is a comprehensive, performance-based certification designed to validate business computer skills using Microsoft Access 2007 software. Students will not only gain basic knowledge of the software, including how to use and design tables, forms, and queries, but also how to link information and automate data entry, and more! This online certification program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.
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MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Excel 2007 ( 77-602)
The Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist is nationally recognized. The certification is a comprehensive, performance-based certification designed to validate business computer skills using Microsoft Excel 2007 software. Students will not only gain basic knowledge of the software, including how to format font styles and apply number formats, but also how to link worksheets, create a PivotTable, and more! This online certification program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.
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MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Powerpoint 2007 (77-603)
The Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist is nationally recognized. The certification is a comprehensive, performance-based certification designed to validate business computer skills using Microsoft Powerpoint 2007 software. Students will not only gain basic knowledge of the software, including how to create and format documents and visual content, but also how to incorporate graphics, add notes, create animations, and more! This online certification program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.
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MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Word 2007 (77-601)
The Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist is nationally recognized. The certification is a comprehensive, performance-based certification designed to validate business computer skills using Microsoft Word 2007 software. Students will not only gain basic knowledge of the software, including how to create and format documents and visual content, but also how to use tables, Mail Merge, create hyperlinks, and more! This online certification program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.
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How does the program work?
Once you sign-up to take certification class, you will be enrolled in the Executrain Level 1 and 2 classes. You will receive Online test preparation material to help you study and practice the exam. When you are ready to take the exam we will purchase a voucher for you to take the exam at an approved Certiport center.

How can ExecuTrain help?
ExecuTrain specialists will be available (email, phone and in person at our facilities where possible) to help you with specific questions in order to be able to pass the exam.

Does the class cover all the exam material?
The class may not cover all the material needed for the exam. However, we provide additional exam prep material in addition to the specialist consulting to help with all topics on the exam.