LatitudeU News: Office 2010, Oracle and other Technical Course Updates from Partner SkillSoft

The following new SkillSoft course updates are now available on LatitudeLearning.com:

Microsoft Office

• Getting Started with Word 2010
• Formatting and Working with Text in Word 2010
• Organizing and Arranging Text in Word 2010
• Moving Around in Word 2010
• Saving, Sharing and Printing in Word 2010
• SharePoint 2010 New Features for End Users
• Getting Started with SharePoint 2010
• Using SharePoint 2010 with Office 2010

Oracle Database

• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: Oracle Partitioning and Security Features
• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: Backup, Recover, Archive and Repair Data
• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: Oracle Scheduler and Secure Backup
• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: Installation and Oracle Restart
• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: ASM, Storage and Partitioning Enhancements
• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: Diagnosability Enhancements
• Oracle Database 11g Release 2: SQL Monitoring and Performance Enhancements

Virtual Server Management

• VMware Workstation 7: Getting Started with Virtual Machines

General Data Storage

• Storage Security
• Storage Virtualization
• Storage Technologies Update

Software Development

• Agile Programming and Testing
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0: Web Form Controls with VB 2010
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0: Web Applications with Virtual Studio 2010 and Visual Basic 2010
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0: Configuring and Deploying Web Applications with VB 2010

Information Security

• Information Security Governance: Strategies and Goals
• Information Security Governance: Developing an Action Plan

These and hundreds of other titles are available through LatitudeU's partner SkillSoft. Learn more at www.LatitudeLearning.com or by contacting the LatitudeU Support Team directly at Support@LatitudeLearning.com.

MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) Training in LatitudeU

LatitudeU offers training courses from the the industry leading training provider, SkillSoft, for MCDST certification

General Information
The Microsoft MCDST certification program provides validates skills in working with and supporting Microsoft products and technologies. The MCDST certification verifies your ability to successfully support end users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Live Learning Certification Training Program
SkillSoft's Live Learning MCDST certification training program is designed and team-taught by our multiple-certified expers. Our expert instructors bring more than 30 years of real-world experience to class, ensuring students are prepared for their jobs in addition to being ready to pass their exams. The class content is delivered through engaging, interactive graphics; real-world scenarios; true-to-life simulations; and in-class demos on live gear. Live Learning classes provide unlimited attendance in any or all of the scheduled class sessions, on-demand access to all learning enrichments, plus these additional benefits during the 12-month term:

• On-demand Access to Experts Encore recorded classes are immediately available and downloadable for anytime, anywhere access to experts.
  
• Learning Resources printable, searchable classroom materials and online instructor class notes.
  
• Hands-on Lab Simulations students are challenged with engaging exercises for perfect practice in a simulated network environment.
  
• Mentoring access to qualified, expert mentors via chat and email for clarification and a deeper dive into the subject.
  
  
  Recommended Prerequisites
  Prior to beginning the MCDST certification program, learners should meet the following requirements:
  
• Basic experience using a Microsoft Windows Operating system such as Microsoft Windows XP
• A basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Windows accessories, including Internet Explorer
• Basic understanding of core operating system technologies including installation and configuration
• A basic understanding of hardware components and their functions
• A basic understanding of the major desktop components and interfaces, and their functions
• A basic understanding of TCP/IP settings
• How to use command-line utilities to manage the operating system
• A basic understanding of technologies available for establishing Internet connectivity
  
  
  Training Path Steps
  Course 1: Supporting Microsoft Windows XP Client Operating Systems
  Exam 1: 70-271
  Course 2: Supporting and Troubleshooting Applications on Microsoft Windows XP
  Exam 2:70-272
  
  MCDST Certified
  
  Recertification Information
  Recertification is not necessary. This certification will remain valid until mainstream support for the related technology retires.

Online Certification Preparation for Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technicians (MCDST)

Have you wanted to get a Microsoft certification that matches your current or desired job role? Why get a Microsoft certification now? 66% of managers believe that certifications improve the level of service offered to IT end users and customers. 75% of managers believe that certifications are important to team performance.

Have you delayed getting certified, because the preparation was too formidable? Now it can be easier with the online training programs available at LatitudeU. SkillSoft, a world leader in computer based learning, offers online certification preparation courses for Microsoft desktop certification. Skillsoft’s online training provides a more convenient, easier alternative to exam books or instructor led classes. Through our relationship with SkillSoft, we can provide individual access to their online certification preparation courses for the Microsoft desktop certification for only $99 each.

Microsoft certifications not only validate your real‑world skills, but they also provide you access to unique resources and offer a life-long career path for developing your computer learning. Earning the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support certification demonstrates your expertise with Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.

SkillSoft’s online certification courses prepare users for Microsoft desktop certification testing as part of an IT professional’s career development. The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully support end-users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments that are running the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Start preparing online for your MCDST certification.

SkillSoft’s online certification preparation courses for Microsoft desktop certifications include approximately 300 beginner, intermediated, and expert online training programs.

• MicroSoft WORD 2002, 2003 & 2007
• MicroSoft WORD 2003
• MicroSoft WORD 2007
• MicroSoft EXCEL 2002
• MicroSoft EXCEL 2003
• MicroSoft EXCEL 2007
• MicroSoft POWERPOINT 2000
• MicroSoft POWERPOINT 2002
• MicroSoft POWERPOINT 2007
• MicroSoft ACCESS 2000
• MicroSoft ACCESS 2002
• MicroSoft ACCESS 2003
• MicroSoft ACCESS 2007
• MicroSoft OFFICE 2000
• MicroSoft OUTLOOK 2002
• MicroSoft OUTLOOK 2003
• MicroSoft PROJECT 2000
• MicroSoft PROJECT 2002

Testing and certification is independent of these online certification preparation courses and provided directly by Microsoft.

Start preparing online for your MCDST certification.