MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician

This certification has been superseded buy the new MCSA:Windows 7 certifcation.

MCITP Enterprise Desktop Support Technician Overview

Gaining a MCITP Enterprise Desktop Support Technician certification in Windows 7 validates your skills in desktop support for an enterprise environment. This certification prepares you for dealing with all facets of Windows 7 desktop support covering topics from identifying and resolving application issues to networking/security issues and everything else which comes with managing Windows 7 operating systems. This certification is suited to people who which to get into a desktop support IT job role or as a stepping stone into one of the server certifications.

MCITP:EDST certification is made up of two MCP exams which collectively gain MCITP status. First the the general Windows 7 MCP exam and lastly the specialized Desktop Support Technician exam.

  • Exam 70-680 MCP: Configuring Windows 7
  • Exam 70-685 Pro: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician (Windows 7)

Studying for the Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Support Technician should begin with the 70-680 certification which will set you up with an expert understanding of Windows 7 Configuration. Once 70-680 has been achieved, start your learning journey for the 70-685 certification with the official Microsoft Self-Paced Training Kit study guide below: