Microsoft Certified Application Developer (MCAD)

Certified Application Developer (MCAD) Testimonials

"It´s the information highway pumped staight into your head. There are no sharp turns. It´s the staightest course you could enrole on."
Darren Clarke, Dixons.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (16/10/2006 to 22/10/2006)

"A lot of ground to cover but certainly well worth the effort."
WWB, MLP.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (29/1/2007 to 4/2/2007)

"An excellent course that can do the impossible (if you're prepared to work harder than you ever have before)"
Richard Sutcliffe, Newchurch Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (13/10/2003 to 19/10/2003)

"I've been attempting to gain my MCAD for the twelve months prior to attending this course by reading in my own time. This course is without doubt the most intense experience I have been through. You learn three weeks of Microsoft material in just seven days. That takes some doing to keep the course on track and ensure all your students are understanding the material. The pass rate on this course is amazing especially considering the level of .NET knowledge that some of my fellow students came with. The difference really is Doug Rees. At the end of the 7 days, I cannot believe how much I had learnt, how hard I had worked, or how Doug kept my motivational levels so high. This guy really can teach and he makes difficult topics, which you can't always fully understand from books, easy through the use of lectures, demos and labs. The only regret I have about taking this course is that I wish I had taken it 12 months earlier !. This really is the ONLY way to learn and pass your Microsoft exams. Thanks Doug ! "
PG, Self Employed.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (31/1/2005 to 5/2/2005)

"The training provided by Firebrand* was first rate and helped make the process of learning three courses worth of material in one week achievable. The instuctor was able to quickly address any problem presented as he had considerable real world experience at using the technology. All in all definately extremely hard work but worth it!"
Jason Williams, AstraZeneca.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (21/11/2005 to 27/11/2005)

"An insane week of learning."
Peter Redmond, NHS.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (12/3/2007 to 18/3/2007)

"C#/Win MCP in three days! I have five kids - how else could I have done it? Peace and quiet, lovely setting. Really friendly staff. Awesome trainer. Thanks Firebrand*. "
Graham Bennett, Self Employed.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (28/3/2005 to 3/4/2005)

"Firebrand* is a fine place to learn quickly without the everyday domestic and work worries. The evironment is nice and quite and all facilities are available to allow you to focus 100% on acedemic related matters."
BJ Akinlabi, Carte Blanche Limited.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (30/8/2004 to 5/9/2004)

"I came here with very little exposure to .NET and know exposure to c#. My instructor, the evironment and the course structure enable me to come away an MCAD."
P.B, Land Securities.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (20/6/2005 to 26/6/2005)

"Firebrand* helped me to achieve results in my exams that I would have never thought possible. Their teaching methods are extremely effective. If you are willing to put the effort in, you WILL achieve your goals. Don't think twice. Sign up!"
Tristan Phillips, MBNA.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (15/8/2005 to 21/8/2005)

"I was expecting a lot of hard work and high quality teaching and I wasn't disappointed. It was without a doubt the most complete course I've ever attended. How we managed to get through the entire MCAD content in 7 days was a complete mystery. This was largely down to a great tutor and determination from myself. If you believe in hard work and are determined you'll pass."
James Marchant, The University of Manchester.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (23/5/2005 to 29/5/2005)

"Very hard work but you get out what you put in. I got my MCAD. Thank you!"
Paul Meaney, solarweb.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (8/1/2007 to 14/1/2007)

"Best course I've attended. The exams certainly help to focus the mind. Instructor was excellent. Would have taken months of self study to learn what I have in a week."
Barry Howard, Norwich Union.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (14/4/2003 to 20/4/2003)

"Hard work, but well worth the effort."
GG, ESRI (UK).
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (11/6/2007 to 17/6/2007)

"The MCAD Firebrand* course was thorough and fast paced and I left with the qualification I desired. I was extremly impressed with the range and depth of knowledge of the instructor. I would recommend this course wholeheartedly either as a method of training or to obtain a qualification."
DH, InferMed Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (8/1/2007 to 14/1/2007)

"You want to cut to the chase, but work intensley hard, and bring your skillsets up to a professionally recognised level, to do all this quickly and efficiently with a confidence that means you know they'll get you through - then Firebrand*'s the place for you! Boy it was intense, but it delivered what I needed and exceeded my expectations and now I can say I'm an MCP and an MCAD! Thanks to all the staff. "
Wayne L Symons, contractor.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (25/4/2005 to 1/5/2005)

"I've been attempting to gain my MCAD for the twelve months prior to attending this course by reading in my own time. This course is without doubt the most intense experience I have been through. You learn three weeks of Microsoft material in just seven days. That takes some doing to keep the course on track and ensure all your students are understanding the material. The pass rate on this course is amazing especially considering the level of .NET knowledge that some of my fellow students came with. The difference really is Doug Rees. At the end of the 7 days, I cannot believe how much I had learnt, how hard I had worked, or how Doug kept my motivational levels so high. This guy really can teach and he makes difficult topics, which you can't always fully understand from books, easy through the use of lectures, demos and labs. The only regret I have about taking this course is that I wish I had taken it 12 months earlier !. This really is the ONLY way to learn and pass your Microsoft exams. Thanks Doug ! "
PG, Self Employed.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (31/1/2005 to 5/2/2005)

"I did not think it was possible to lean so much in a week and to pass three exams as well."
Naomi Leslie, Salford e-Commerce Solutions Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (2/8/2004 to 8/8/2004)

"You ARE only as good as what you know, and Firebrand* certainly helps you achieve the knowledge base you require in order to say, I know. Tough but good. Well worth it."
Rory P Coffey, ESRI Ireland.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (30/8/2004 to 5/9/2004)

"The instructor was truly world class, his delivery was interesting and informative and his real world knowledge was extensive. "
Martin Tallett, Martin Tallett Limited !.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (15/5/2006 to 21/5/2006)

"Effective Firebrand* learnt a lot instuctor was first class, would rcommend it tom any one."
Taiwo Adoti, Sandwell college.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (18/8/2003 to 24/8/2003)

"The course was the most intensive and fast-moving learning I have ever experienced. An average nights sleep being five hours grabbed between reading. Not for the faint hearted then, but the knowledge gained in such a small amount of time, and the huge support given by all the staff of the camp to prop you up under all the pressure they put you under makes it all worth while. The trainers really are experts in their fields and go above and beyond the call of duty, lucidly explaining the most difficult concepts accurately and quickly."
Mark Ryan, Mortgages For Business.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (11/12/2006 to 17/12/2006)

"I felt that every aspect of my visit to Firebrand* was superb - in my opinion its the best learning experience you could have!"
Luke Baughan, Freestyle New Media Group.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (7/11/2005 to 13/11/2005)

"Had a great week. Very happy with the results! "
Alastair Vance, Clinical Trial Service; Zest Audio.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (29/5/2006 to 4/6/2006)

"Firebrand* MCAD course was brilliant, i found it very worth while. Although the course is very intensive, with most nights reading until 2.00am, i learned a lot. There is a lot of material to get through on this course, so you may need to put more work in than others if you are not experienced in Windows/ Web development. Personally i work as Web Developer, so found this easier than the Windows module. Exams are fairly intensive, but the Self Tests that you do in the course are definately worth while. In all I would recommend this to anyone wanting to become a MCAD but do not expect an easy course."
AM, Web Developer.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (19/2/2007 to 25/2/2007)

"I was expecting a lot of hard work and high quality teaching and I wasn't disappointed. It was without a doubt the most complete course I've ever attended. How we managed to get through the entire MCAD content in 7 days was a complete mystery. This was largely down to a great tutor and determination from myself. If you believe in hard work and are determined you'll pass."
James Marchant, The University of Manchester.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (23/5/2005 to 29/5/2005)

"The course was very intensive but was also very rewarding. I usually worked from about 8.30am until about 2am non-stop everyday for 7 days so you have to be pretty committed. It is amazing, however, what you can learn in 7 days. Having never done .NET before I managed to learn lots about .NET and pass all 3 exams and am now an MCAD. The instructor was 100% top noFirebrand*h and the course content was very good. I found the self-testing software very, very helpful. All in all I was 100% pleased with the course."
Guy Brown, Freestyle New Media Group.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (15/11/2004 to 21/11/2004)

"To be able to cover subject of three books very effectively in only one week, demonstrate a lot of scenarios and answer questions in zero time sounds almost impossible, but you know what? Doug Rees did it. This course is intensive and you should have knowledge in object-oriented programming/design."
Handren Ahmed, I am unemployed.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (25/10/2004 to 31/10/2004)

"The course was a lot of hard work that would have been very difficult had it not been for the instructor, who i could not have achieved a pass without. All the staff and facilities were first class, both professional and friendly, and i would not hesitate in recommending Firebrand* to colleagues and am already considering my next step. "
Clive Raines, Allergy Therapeutics plc.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (18/9/2006 to 24/9/2006)

"The MCAD course with Firebrand* was fast paced and focused. Ideal for experienced developers wishing to re-enforce there practical knowledge with a industry recognised certification."
Gary Day, Serpent Software Ltd.
Microsoft MCAD (7 Days) (8/9/2003 to 14/9/2003)

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