Turn your Microsoft Office knowledge into valuable certifications!
Northern Virginia Community College is pleased to announce that it has become a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification testing center. This provides students and end-users the opportunity to become certified users of Microsoft Office products.

The MOS Certificate provides:

• Formal recognition of proficiency in one or more of the Microsoft Office desktop applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
• A valuable asset for students and employees in any job search or for career advancement, giving a competitive edge in the job market.
• An indication for employers that employees have the prerequisite office software skills to get the job done.

The MOS exam is performance-based and tests applicants within an application while the program is running live. The MOS program offers certification exams at the "Core" level for MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. "Expert" exams are available in MS Word and Excel. There is a separate exam for each software application. During the testing session, you may take only one or as many exams as you choose. Exams take approximately 45 minutes each to complete.
For exam tips, practice tests, and information on the requirements for each exam, go to http://www.microsoft.com/traincert/mcp/officespecialist.

Cost per exam: $90

For more information or to schedule your exam, call (703) 323-3102.