Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
The aim of the MOS tests is to measure not just skills and knowledge but also how effectively the software is used and thus how productive the user is likely to be. Test content comes from real-world scenarios and accurately mirrors on-the-job performance.
The Microsoft Office Specialist program
offers three levels of certification:
Core, Expert, Master. The level you choose depends
on your personal ability and knowledge.
 CORE assesses whether a person can handle basic everyday tasks. This is the first level of certification and is aimed at anyone who wants to validate their skills regarding fundamental aspects of the application, the resolution everyday problems and the completion of multi-task activities.
Core certification is available for each of the following Microsoft Office applications:
Word - Excel - PowerPoint - Access - Outlook - Projects
EXPERT is
the next level up and assesses ability to handle more
complex tasks. This is the certification level you need
if you want to establish your credentials as an expert
in the use of the application in question. You can get
expert level certification for each following Microsoft
Office applications: Word
- Excel
MASTER is the highest level of end user certification and will establish that a person can use Microsoft Office to an advanced level.
Once you pass the Word Expert, Excel Expert and Access, PowerPoint and Outlook core level exams you will receive a Microsoft Office Master certificate. This is an indispensable qualification if you want to become a Microsoft Office Specialist Master Instructor.
CERTIFICATION:
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OFFICE 2003: |
OFFICE
XP: |
OFFICE 2000: |
MASTER INSTRUCTOR
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
1. Successfully pass all 4 required exams;
2. Provide proof of instructional experience;
3. Complete an application form and pay the fee
for the Master Instructor program.
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Required Exams:
Word 2003 Expert
Excel 2003 Expert
PowerPoint 2003
Elective:
Access 2003 or
Outlook 2003
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Required
Exams:
Word 2002 Expert
Excel 2002 Expert
PowerPoint 2002
Elective:
Access 2002 or
Outlook 2002
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Required Exams:
Word 2000 Expert
Excel 2000 Expert
PowerPoint 2000
Elective:
Access 2000 or
Outlook 2000
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MASTER
Candidates must successfully complete all 3 of
the required exams, plus 1 of the elective exams.
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Required Exams:
Word 2003 Expert
Excel 2003 Expert
PowerPoint 2003
Elective Exams:
Access 2003
Outlook 2003
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Required Exams:
Word 2002 Expert
Excel 2002 Expert
PowerPoint 2002
Elective Exams:
Access 2002
Outlook 2002
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Required Exams:
Word 2000 Expert
Excel 2000 Expert
PowerPoint 2000
Elective Exams:
Access 2000
Outlook 2000
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The
Master level of certification demonstrates a candidate’s
complete knowledge of Microsoft Office including
most advanced functions. |
EXPERT
Candidates must successfully complete any 1 of
the Expert exams.
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Exams:
Word 2003 Expert
Excel 2003 Expert
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Exams:
Word 2002 Expert
Excel 2002 Expert
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Exams:
Word 2000 Expert
Excel 2000 Expert
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Expert
certification distinguishes the candidate with
advanced skills in a specific Microsoft Office
application including the use of most advanced
level functions.
Candidates can take both exams if required. For
Advanced Users. |
SPECIALIST
Candidates must successfully complete any 1 of
these exams.
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Exams:
Word 2003
Excel 2003
PowerPoint 2003
Access 2003
Outlook 2003
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Exams:
Word 2002
Excel 2002
PowerPoint 2002
Access 2002
Outlook 2002
Project 2002
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Exams:
Word 2000
Excel 2000
PowerPoint 2000
Access 2000
Outlook 2000
Project 2000
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The Core level denotes a complete
understanding of a specific Microsoft Office application.
Candidates can take as many exams as they require.
For Daily Users
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Which Courses to attend prior to taking your MOS
Exams
Simply click on the links below to see
which of our courses map to the relevant exams.
The MOS Tests
All tests are computer-based and take between 30 and 60 minutes with results displayed as soon as the test is completed.
Unlike multiple-choice tests that ask questions about the software, MOS exams take place within the Microsoft Office applications themselves.
Successful candidates receive a certificate by post one to two weeks later. Unsuccessful candidates receive a print-out outlining areas where they need to focus more attention.
Tests cost in the region of £55
+VAT each.
To view exam prerequisites and to locate
your nearest testing centre visit the www.certiport.com
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