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MTA Exams & Retirements Update

Latest information on new MTA exams and upcoming retirements including release dates for learning solutions for new exams.
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MTA Exams & Retirements Update

In January we announced two new Microsoft Technology Associate exams: MTA Windows Devices and Mobility Fundamentals and MTA Cloud Fundamentals. The exams went live January 5, 2015 and are designed to better support the core IT Infrastructure area of study.

  • NEW! 98-368: Mobility and Device Fundamentals
    Replaces 98-349: Windows Operating System Fundamentals (Retiring July 31, 2016)
  • NEW! 98-369: Cloud Fundamentals
    Help students learn the essentials of cloud computing technologies.

Learning Solutions

Publishers are now starting to release learning solutions (textbooks, practice tests) for these new exams – the latest availability information is as follows:

  • Wiley MOAC Textbooks
    Titles for each of the above new MTA exams are expected to be available in August 2015. 
    Sample chapters for both titles are available below. 
  • MeasureUp Practice Tests
    Titles for each of the above new MTA exams are expected to be available by September 2015.

Reminder: Upcoming MTA Retirements

Microsoft has announced that the below listed MTA exams will be retiring on July 31, 2015.

  • 98-363: Web Development Fundamentals
    Suggested Replacement: 98-375: HTML5 Application Development Fundamentals
  • 98-372: Microsoft .NET Fundamentals
    Suggested Replacement: 98-361: Software Development Fundamentals
  • 98-374: Gaming Development Fundamentals
    Suggested Replacement: 98-375: HTML5 Application Development Fundamentals

Additionally, the retirement date for the below exam has been updated to July 31, 2016:

  • 98-349: Windows Operating System Fundamentals
    Suggested Replacement: 98-368: Mobility and Device Fundamentals

These exam retirements and replacements are designed to ensure that the MTA certifications remain current with technology advances and relevant to high-demand industry career tracks.

If an exam that is part of a certification you earned is retired, your certification is still valid. When an exam you passed is retired, the exam record remains on your transcript.If you’re working toward a certification that includes one of the exams listed for retirement, please be sure to take the exam prior to the retirement date. Allow time for a retake if necessary.

About Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is an entry-level IT professional certification from Microsoft that covers a range of IT Infrastructure, Developer, and Database qualifications. MTA is the essential first step for any individual looking to pursue a successful career in IT.

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To learn more about MTA certifications and learning solutions please click here or contact us.

Published on Friday, 5 Jun 2015

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