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How to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)

Published on 23 November 2023
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ORSYS Formation and its ITTCERT subsidiary, dedicated to certifying software publishers, are offering training to become an official Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). Find out more about the programme!

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Why become a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)?

Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) are considered to be the foremost pedagogical and technical experts in all Microsoft technologies. They are the only people qualified to provide training for others: experts in their field, they have a solid understanding of Microsoft technologies and are able to pass on their knowledge and skills to professionals from all over the world.

MCT trainers may work for training bodies, companies or government organisations. They may also be self-employed, providing online or face-to-face training.

These professionals are highly sought-after on the job market, with attractive salaries and numerous career opportunities.

How can I become an MCT trainer?

There are three steps to becoming an MCT trainer:

  1. Obtain approved Microsoft certification
  2. Completing MCT trainer training
  3. Pass the MCT certification exam

All MCT trainers must have the following skills:

  • Expertise in a particular area of Microsoft products or services
  • Solid teaching skills
  • The ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Would you like to become an MCT trainer?

Opt for " training Microsoft Certified Trainer certification d'ITTCERT BY ORSYS!

ORSYS Formation via its subsidiary ITTCERT dedicated to IT publisher certifications offers training to acquire all the knowledge and teaching skills required to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer.

ITTCERT has been awarded theMicrosoft Instructional Skills Certification Provider (ISCP) accreditation which enables Microsoft Certified Trainer pedagogical skills to be trained and certified.

Find out more about the programme and register for the course Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) certification which will give you the knowledge and teaching skills you need to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer.

ITTCERT's Microsoft Certified Trainer experts will teach you how to design, run and evaluate a Microsoft training course. In particular, you will learn how to develop a learning progression based on objectives and how to fully integrate the notion of empathy into a knowledge transfer action. Once you have passed the exam, you will be awarded a certificate attesting to your teaching skills, enabling you to become an MCT.

On completion of the course, you will be able to :

  • Understanding the training context and learners' expectations
  • Understanding the role and missions of the trainer
  • Understanding instructional design
  • Discover tools, learning techniques and group facilitation techniques
  • How to run a training course
  • Know how to design and use teaching resources (support, practical work, etc.)
  • Managing delicate situations during training
  • Evaluating the training programme
  • Know how to use the Microsoft Certified Trainer tools
  • Pass the certification exam certifying your skills to become an MCT
  • Mastering the Microsoft Learning ecosystem as an MCT trainer
  • Helping to improve technical skills and transfer knowledge
  • Be familiar with all the phases involved in designing a training course from start to finish


This course is open to any trainer or person* who provides training in Microsoft technologies and who wishes to become a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT).

* Candidates must first have a Microsoft qualification or certification giving access to the MCT programme.

To find out more about prerequisites, teaching methods, exams, the full course programme and upcoming dates, click here here .

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