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Microsoft IT Support Specialist Professional Certificate
Microsoft

Microsoft IT Support Specialist Professional Certificate

Launch your career as an IT support specialist. Build job-ready skills – and must-have AI skills – for an in-demand career. Earn a credential from Microsoft. No prior experience required.

 Microsoft

Instructor: Microsoft

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3 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise
4.7

(489 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Gain skills to succeed in Information technology systems analysis and maintenance.

  • Apply concepts such as Data Backup, Cloud Computing, and Mobile Device Management to practical IT scenarios.

  • Demonstrate a holistic understanding of IT support, combining hardware, software, networking, and security concepts in problem-solving.

  • Learn to adapt diagnostic skills to diverse IT issues within a practical business scenario.

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Professional Certificate - 6 course series

Introduction to Computers

Course 117 hours4.7 (465 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Learn about computer components like CPU, memory, and storage.

  • Learn how computer system components, such as the CPU, memory, and storage devices, interact with the operating system.

  • Gain insight into security, hardware, and software relationships.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Cybersecurity
Category: Software Systems
Category: Computer Security
Category: Computer Science
Category: System Software
Category: Operating Systems
Category: Computer Systems
Category: System Programming
Category: IT Management
Category: Hardware Architecture
Category: Systems Administration
Category: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Category: Microsoft 365
Category: Information Technology Operations
Category: System Configuration
Category: Infrastructure Security
Category: Information Technology
Category: Electronic Hardware
Category: Computer Hardware
Category: IT Infrastructure

Introduction to Secure Networking

Course 225 hours4.7 (120 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Learn computer networking basics, like TCP/IP and OSI models, and how devices collaborate.

  • Gain insights into network infrastructure and monitoring techniques for effective management.

  • Learn about network security components, approaches, and mitigation strategies.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Computer Networking
Category: Network Engineering
Category: Network Infrastructure
Category: IT Infrastructure
Category: Network Planning And Design
Category: Network Architecture
Category: General Networking
Category: Network Administration
Category: Cloud Infrastructure
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Cybersecurity
Category: Network Security
Category: TCP/IP
Category: Infrastructure Architecture
Category: Microsoft Azure
Category: Information Technology Operations
Category: OSI Models
Category: Information Technology
Category: IT Security Architecture
Category: Firewall

Essential Aspects of Software, Hardware, and Data Backup

Course 316 hours4.4 (65 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Gain insight into key aspects of IT security and data management.

  • Develop an understanding of secure software setup and implementation.

  • Learn effective strategies for hardware configurations and data backup and recovery.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Data Management
Category: Information Technology
Category: Databases
Category: Data Storage
Category: Cybersecurity
Category: Computer Security
Category: Information Systems Security
Category: Data Security
Category: Systems Administration
Category: Desktop Support
Category: Operating Systems
Category: System Support
Category: Hardware Troubleshooting
Category: Technical Support
Category: Disaster Recovery
Category: Computer Hardware
Category: System Configuration
Category: Enterprise Security
Category: Computer Systems
Category: Network Security

Cybersecurity and Privacy

Course 417 hours4.8 (66 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Gain insight into the fundamentals of cybersecurity concepts for ensuring user data privacy.

  • Learn how to secure digital communications, optimize network performance, and understand how VPNs work.

  • Gain knowledge about the diverse landscapes of on-premises computing, cloud services, and server communication.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Cybersecurity
Category: Network Security
Category: Identity and Access Management
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: IT Infrastructure
Category: Enterprise Security
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Authentications
Category: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Category: Cloud Infrastructure
Category: Information Systems Security
Category: Data Security
Category: IT Security Architecture
Category: Information Assurance
Category: Cyber Governance
Category: Computing Platforms
Category: Multi-Factor Authentication
Category: Information Privacy
Category: Infrastructure Security
Category: Network Administration

The Microsoft 365 Ecosystem

Course 517 hours4.7 (52 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Gain insight into the components and services within Microsoft 365, such as Office applications, collaboration tools, and cloud-based services.

  • Understand the integration between Microsoft 365 applications and their pivotal role in enhancing business productivity and security.

  • Learn about the automation tools available within Microsoft 365 and how to leverage them to streamline workflows and improve overall efficiency.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Microsoft 365
Category: Microsoft Teams
Category: Endpoint Security
Category: IT Automation
Category: Cybersecurity
Category: Administrative Support and Clerical Tasks
Category: Systems Engineering
Category: Cloud Applications
Category: Calendar Management
Category: Microsoft Outlook
Category: Enterprise Security
Category: Productivity Software
Category: Information Systems
Category: Robotic Process Automation
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: Systems Integration
Category: Data Security
Category: Cloud Development
Category: Office Administration
Category: Automation

Technical Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Techniques

Course 620 hours4.8 (37 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Gain insight into troubleshooting approaches for both hardware and software issues across various operating systems

  • Learn to apply a systematic approach to diagnose technical issues across different hardware and software environments

  • Master diagnostic tools for efficient problem-solving in system maintenance, upgrades, network connectivity, software setup, and security

Skills you'll gain

Category: Technical Support
Category: Hardware Troubleshooting
Category: System Support
Category: Computer Hardware
Category: Desktop Support
Category: Network Support
Category: Network Administration
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Network Engineering
Category: Technical Support and Services
Category: Debugging
Category: Operating Systems
Category: Systems Administration
Category: Root Cause Analysis
Category: Computer Programming
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Complex Problem Solving
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Category: Computer Science

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