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Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification
A Firebrand Training
9
Day Course
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Overview
Build your information technology (IT) career with the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 credential. Here's why MCSA can be the right choice for you:
- It's relevant. Get started by proving your client side and networking skills with Exams 70-270, 70-290 and 70-291
- It's valuable. The MCSA certification was introduced in October 2001. Within the first five months, over 22,000 individuals had earned the certification, making it the fastest-growing Microsoft certification
Experienced to IT?
The Microsoft Certified Systems Administration (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 credential is a new way to enhance and validate the skills you use in day-to-day management of Microsoft technologies.
The 9 day accelerated MCSA 2003 Firebrand Training provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, support, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows 2003-based networks with a focus on information security in the enterprise. This is an accelerated, residential, fully-immersed course, designed for computer professionals that require effective, real-world skill-building and timely certification. You will live, learn, and test on-site.
The MCSA 2003 Accelerated Course delivers the greatest value on the market for Windows 2003 Certification Training. During the program, students will achieve the following certifications:
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
Our MCSA 2003 Program:
- Allows you to achieve your certifications in a fraction of the time of 'traditional training' while delivering industry-leading exam passing percentages
- Helps students grasp complex technical concepts more easily by identifying and catering to individual student learning styles through a mixed visual, auditory and kinaesthetic-tactual delivery system
- Enhances retention by employing accelerated learning techniques focused on committing information to long-term memory
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Benefits
For IT managers, certification is particularly important because it allows them to more easily identify the skills that an individual possesses. When a company has employees that possess certain skills, it can garner a competitive advantage when seeking to attract customers. Certification can also contribute to increased productivity, because studies have shown that certified individuals are generally quicker to implement and design new technologies. And of course by knowing that their employees are certified, IT managers can feel more confident about their ability to implement and support a network infrastructure.
Individuals
- Overwhelmingly, individuals with Microsoft certifications have an advanced level of knowledge, expertise and skill, and command more professional credibility
- he MCSA is seen as a particularly elite indication of a system administrator's prowess and skill level, and these professionals are highly sought by employers
- Individual students may receive college credits to utilize tuition reimbursement programs for their IT training or to complete college coursework
Companies
- Reduce the costs of maintaining your workstations and personal computers, and increase the reliability of your network with Active Directory and with the information technology (IT) professionals to back it up
- Make a roll out of Windows 2003 Server smooth and successful.
- Customers see great value in certification - they want the people on their engagement to have the best skills, and certification provides that proof point
- Significantly improved Microsoft security throughout the software but particularly in the Web Server component of Windows Server, IIS; Scalable management tools that improve on the legacy of Windows 2000 Server: enhanced Active Directory features, and new tools such as the Group Policy Management Console
- Significant increases in server performance. In internal tests, Windows Server 2003 shows dramatic performance gains over previous versions of Windows server operating systems. For example, file and Web server performance is two times faster than Windows NT Server 4.0
- While your organization's performance gains may vary because of unique network and computer settings, Microsoft is confident that the improved performance of Windows Server 2003 will help you deliver faster service for your network solutions
Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.
Our approach is highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote teamwork, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.
You’ll get:
- Intensive group instruction
- One-on-one instruction attention
- Hands-on case studies
- Partner and group exercises
- Question and answer review sessions
- Mock exam papers
This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Curriculum
Firebrand Training's MCSA 2003 Accelerated Certification Program is the most effective, efficient way to learn how to successfully design, plan, and implement a network infrastructure, Active Directory infrastructure, and client deployment on the Windows Server 2003 platform.
Course Materials
Students attending this blended-learning program will receive a robust set of course materials that caters to each of the three primary individual learning-intake styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful accelerated learning experience.
Daily lectures, labs, and review sessions are supplemented by a combination of:
- Proprietary Lab Manual & Microsoft Courseware - developed in conjunction with Microsoft, adapting Microsoft Official Curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners
- Authorised Microsoft Lab Manual & Courseware
- Self Test or Transcender Testing Software
Delivery Schedule
The MCSA 2003 Program prepares students to achieve three (3) certifications during the program: MCSA 2003 and MCP.
- Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional - Exam 70-270
- Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment - Exam 70-290
- Implementing and Administering Security in a Network- Exam SY0-101
- Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure - Exam 70-291
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Exam Track
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) candidates on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 track are required to satisfy the following requirements:
- Core Exams (3 Exams Required)
- 2 networking system exams
- 1 client operating system exam
- Elective Exams (1 Exam Required)
The four (4) examinations that a student will take during our program also satisfy the requirements for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) designations.
- Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional - Exam:70-270, Requirement: Client OS Core
- Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment - Exam:70-290, Requirement: Networking System Core
- Implementing and Administering Security in a Network - Exam:SY0-101, Requirement: Security
- Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure - Exam:70-291, Requirement: Networking System Core
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - What's Included
Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.
Our Certification Programs include*
- Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)TM Delivery
- Comprehensive Study Materials, Program Courseware and Self-Testing Software
- Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
- Examination vouchers
- On site testing
- Accommodation, All Meals, Beverages, and Snacks
- Examination Passing Policy
* Please note:
- Our ISC(2) Cissp CBK Review program differs from normal course delivery. For more details, speak to us on 080 80 800 888.
- Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
- On site testing is not included in our ISACA or PMI certifications
Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.
Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.
Examination Passing Policy
Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification - Prerequisites
Students that are successful in the MCSA 2003 Accelerated Certification Program should possess six to twelve months of experience implementing, administering, networking, and managing an existing Windows 2000 or 2003 network infrastructure. Specifically, the following skills are recommended:
- An understanding of the Windows 2000/2003 domain vs. workgroup environment
- Basic IP fundamentals including IP addressing and subnet mask formats, default gateways, and DNS
- Hands-on experience in an Active Directory environment
We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.
Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification Funding
How to fund your learning
Have you been affected by the recession? If so, you can get help. Here are some places to look for funding available to UK residents.
1. Real Help Now
Find out about the Government’s Real Help Now agenda, which outlines what Government help is available and about its plans to get Britain through the recession.
2. In Our Hands
If you're already out of work, or think you're facing it, the Learning and Skills Council website offers impartial advice on what training is available, and how you can benefit from boosting your skills.
3. Train to Gain
Train to Gain is a joint investment between UK employers and the Government, aimed at improving the skills of employees. If you’re based in other parts of the UK, you can also visit one of these sites for details:
4. Business Link
The free local business support service, Business Link, has a Grants and Support Directory available for those looking to help fund many aspects of running your business, including training.
5. Directory of Social Change
See details of 3,500+ trusts with over £362 million available each year for individuals in need. We’d recommend looking at Grants for Individuals or Grants for the public and voluntary sectors.
6. Career Development Loans
CDLs have been re-named Professional and Career Development Loans to broaden their appeal to learners seeking to enhance their skills for work, retrain or start a career in an emerging industry or profession. The updated Learning Provider Requirements for Registration are available here.
Ask us
Unsure of what help is out there? Feel free to call us for advice, on 080 80 800 888.
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification Testimonials
"Very hard work,
Excellent staff,
Excellent food.
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Neil Ireson, Vintner Systems Ltd.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (4/9/2006 to 12/9/2006)
"They said it would be long days and they were not wrong!
But everyone in my class worked together and encourage each other along.
And the instructor, well he did more hours than us i think? He couldn't of been more help full and was always available to us any time of the day or night!
A very intensive course but a great place to learn and achieve.
We even managed one night out for a pint!"
Adam Lenton, RBS.
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"This is a great way to brush up existing skills to pass a test or gain new skills, the focus on learning makes the process extremely efficient and rewarding."
CD, spectrum housing group.
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"Thanks very much, I never imagined I would get 3 exams in 7 days! Im sure I will be able to pass my last exam once I've given my body and brain a chance to recover from the regime of the last week!"
Gary Tovell, Medway Council.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (21/5/2007 to 29/5/2007)
"Hard work, intense training, but fantastic ouFirebrand*ome. Highly recommended to the those who dont mind knuckling down.
Thanks so much for this oppertunity, it has changed my life."
Nigel Breddy, Databax Ltd.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (16/7/2007 to 24/7/2007)
"This is a great way to brush up existing skills to pass a test or gain new skills, the focus on learning makes the process extremely efficient and rewarding."
CD, spectrum housing group.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (<--Please Select-->)
"Fantastic, the most knowledgable instructor I have ever been taught by on a course. Given the long lecture hours kept lessons fresh and very interesting.
Every member of staff very helpful and the food was great."
Lee Pidgeon, Halifax Computers.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)
"Teaching was good - the instructor really knew his stuff.
All and all a great place to learn fast!"
Francois Choquet, idexx.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (13/11/2006 to 21/11/2006)
"Firebrand* is the best centre I've been to, Hands-on experienced instructors & gettin the to goals qiuckly.
The environment is beautiful and relaxing which was helpful for concentrating & focusing."
Wael Nassouf, OMV Exploration & Production Ltd..
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (10/7/2006 to 18/7/2006)
"The course is spot on for exam prep, all major sections were covered. The acceleration learning does help but students should need to come prepared."
Che-Hong (Richard) Choi, Aegis Group plc.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (4/12/2006 to 12/12/2006)
"Fantastic course. Very intense but does exactly what it says on the tin. Not an easy course but good fun and the tutors are brilliant."
Justin Pease, Corporate Computing.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)
"Fantastic course. Very intense but does exactly what it says on the tin. Not an easy course but good fun and the tutors are brilliant."
Justin Pease, Corporate Computing.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)
"I would never have believed that I could gain so much in such a short time - I gained my MCSA with 4 straight test passes. My instructor was absolutely first rate in every respect with more than enough motivation to go around and a fabulous mix of professionalism and humour which made the whole experience less painful than it might have been. The days were long and hard and the course is certainly not for those without the will to succeed, but the rewards are well worth the effort!"
Clare Hilditch, SSL International.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (16/2/2004 to 24/2/2004)
"Firebrand* is the best way to fill in your knowledge gaps and prepare to sit your exams. Youll be well looked after, well fed and have access to top level instructors and resources. It's a hard slog, but you will learn."
C.D., spectrum housing group.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (6/8/2007 to 14/8/2007)
"You can´t put a price tag on experience. You either have it or not and Firebrand* has it."
Eric Jackson, General Dynamics.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (16/10/2006 to 24/10/2006)
"Thanks very much, I never imagined I would get 3 exams in 7 days! Im sure I will be able to pass my last exam once I've given my body and brain a chance to recover from the regime of the last week!"
Gary Tovell, Medway Council.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (21/5/2007 to 29/5/2007)
"I was skeptical of the existing testimonials, and whether such an intensive course would be beneficial, but I was quickly won over.
The facility and learning methods were first class, and the instructor provided that personal touch and real world experiance you just cant gain from books, as well as the ability to explain things you have never understood in the past.
It is very, very tiring, and you do have to be focused, but it is worth it at the end of it, and the superb food and unlimited snacks make up for the long days!"
Greg Hughes, Kennet School.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (10/10/2005 to 18/10/2005)
"Firebrand* MCSA course is aimed at highly motivated professional IT people. The training is intense and only those who really deserve it will make the grade. "
Duncan Malthouse-Hobbs, Royal Academy of Music.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)
"Everyone in the camp was very helpful, friendly and possitive"
Felipe Hurtado, n/a.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (10/7/2006 to 18/7/2006)
"This method of learning isn't for the faint of heart. If you're short on time, but high on motivation, then go for it, you won't regret it.....however, if late nights aren't your thing, stay well away!!!"
Nathan Pullen, Cordek Limited.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (28/6/2004 to 6/7/2004)
"I came with nothing and left with two MCPs and am now on the road to obtaining my MCDST and MCSA.
Hard work but totally worth the effort!!"
Emma Johnston, Land Securities.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (21/5/2007 to 29/5/2007)
"Firebrand* provides a high level of expertise and training to aid you in acheiving your goals, the days are very long and require a huge amount of concentration and self motivation to get through all the required modules. The team spirit amongst all my collegues on the course was exceptional, although extremely hard work i thoroughly enjoyed the experience"
Anthony Mott, Plymouth City Council.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (6/3/2006 to 14/3/2006)
"Fantasticaly structured, compact yet comprehensive training programme. The course duration/schedule fitted perfectly into the time I had available. Having the option to come back and repeat sessions (within one year) for free has given me the ability to maintain the educational value of the course. "
Peter Fernando, Qube3.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (12/6/2006 to 20/6/2006)
"Teaching was good - the instructor really knew his stuff.
All and all a great place to learn fast!"
Francois Choquet, idexx.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (13/11/2006 to 21/11/2006)
"An experience you will not forget.
You will not be disappointed with the quality of the training, instructors and facilities.
But you will be very tired at the end, very hard work.
Do as much pre-reading and testing that you can before attending, this will give you a big head start and prevent a few sleepless nights!
Worth every penny.
"
Gary Redmond, Richmond Systems Ltd.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (24/10/2005 to 1/11/2005)
"It´s hard work but the results are worth it!"
JC, Beazley .
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (2/10/2006 to 10/10/2006)
"Fantastic, the most knowledgable instructor I have ever been taught by on a course. Given the long lecture hours kept lessons fresh and very interesting.
Every member of staff very helpful and the food was great."
Lee Pidgeon, Halifax Computers.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (2/4/2007 to 10/4/2007)
"This is a great way to brush up existing skills to pass a test or gain new skills, the focus on learning makes the process extremely efficient and rewarding."
CD, spectrum housing group.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (<--Please Select-->)
"I found the environment exceptional for getting focused and passing my MCSA. Everything was taken care of, no distractions or chores - leaving me 100% of my time to study! The instructor was very knowledgeable and was able to answer any of my queries. It was a tough 9 days with very long hours but well worth the effort."
Paul Smith, The Woodland Trust.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (6/3/2006 to 14/3/2006)
"They said it would be long days and they were not wrong!
But everyone in my class worked together and encourage each other along.
And the instructor, well he did more hours than us i think? He couldn't of been more help full and was always available to us any time of the day or night!
A very intensive course but a great place to learn and achieve.
We even managed one night out for a pint!"
Adam Lenton, RBS.
Microsoft MCSA 2003 (9 Days) (<--Please Select-->)
Microsoft - MCSA 2003 Certification Course Dates
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11/5/2009 |
19/5/2009 |
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1/6/2009 |
9/6/2009 |
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22/6/2009 |
30/6/2009 |
Finished |
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20/7/2009 |
28/7/2009 |
Limited availability |
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17/8/2009 |
25/8/2009 |
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14/9/2009 |
22/9/2009 |
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12/10/2009 |
20/10/2009 |
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9/11/2009 |
17/11/2009 |
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7/12/2009 |
15/12/2009 |
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