MCITP: SA or MCITP: EA - Which Certification Is Right For You?
As an information technology professional, you have a choice of earning two different credentials to highlight your Microsoft Windows expertise - Microsoft Certified Server Administrator (MCITP:SA) or Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator (MCITP:EA). Which certification is right for you, or the job you would you like to have?
MCITP: SA
MCITP: SA certification is designed for professionals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on Microsoft® Server 2008. The typical MCITP: SA rolls out and supports Server 2008 in the enterprise, managing infrastructure, Web, and application servers. Three core MS certification exams are required. Recommended knowledge level to begin certification is CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+.
The MCITP: SA certification is appropriate for:
- Network administrators
- Network engineers
- Systems administrators
- Information technology professionals
- Information systems administrators
- Network operations analysts
- Network technicians
- Technical support specialists
Courses required:
CTS 1347C Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure (exam 70-642)
CTS 2302C Windows Server 2008 Active Directory (exam 70-640)
CTS 2346C Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator (exam 70-646)
Courses recommended:
CET 2179C PC Operating Systems (A+ certification)
CET 2182C PC Hardware (A+ certification)
CTS 2134 Network Technology (Network+)
CET 1660 Introduction to Security (Security+)
CTS 2162C Windows Client Operating System
MCITP: EA
MCITP: EA certification is the leading certification for Microsoft® Server 2008. The typical MCITP: EA focuses on infrastructure design and is responsible for the overall IT environment and architecture. The enterprise administrator's job role involves operations, engineering, and support tasks. This program provides the student with the knowledge and principles to plan, and design a MS Server 2008 network environment. Five MS certification exams are required. Recommended knowledge level to begin certification is CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+.
Courses required:
CTS 2162C Win Client Operating System (exam 70-620 or 70-680)
CTS 1347C Win Server 2008 Network Infrastructure (exam 70-642)
CTS 2302C Win Server 2008 Active Directory 2008 (exam 70-640)
CTS 2343C Win Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure (exam 70-643)
CTS 2342C Win Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator (exam 70-647)
Courses recommended:
CET 2179C PC Operating Systems (A+ certification)
CET 2182C PC Hardware (A+ certification)
CTS 2134 Network Technology (Network +)
CET 1660 Introduction to Security (Security +)