Which certifications do you recommend me to obtain or which are the most requested in the IT Support labor market?

Octavio Andre Guevara 40 Reputation points
2024-10-02T18:42:09.6866667+00:00

Which certifications do you recommend me to obtain or which are the most requested in the IT Support labor market?

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  1. Yanhong Liu 12,585 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-10-07T02:33:54.9233333+00:00

    Hello,

    Microsoft offers a range of certifications that are highly regarded in the IT support workforce. Here are some of the most in-demand certifications:

    1. Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
      • Great for beginners, this certification validates your understanding of cloud services and how Microsoft Azure works.
    2. Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals (MS-900)
      • This certification is ideal for those starting with Microsoft 365 and covers the basics of cloud services and SaaS solutions.
    3. Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MD-100/MD-101)
      • This certification focuses on skills required to manage and deploy Windows 10 and devices in an enterprise environment. It's valuable for desktop administrators.
    4. Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
      • This covers management of Azure subscriptions, securing identities, administration of the infrastructure, and managing the network and storage.
    5. Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
      • Focuses on the basics of security, compliance, and identity (SCI) across cloud-based and related Microsoft services.
    6. Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
      • For those focusing on security, this certification deals with implementing security controls and threat protection, managing identity and access, and securing data, applications, and networks.

    Best Regards,

    Yanhong Liu

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  1. S.Sengupta 19,896 Reputation points MVP
    2024-10-03T00:14:33.2133333+00:00

    CompTIA A+ is a great starting point for many IT support roles.

    There are plenty of other certifications:

    Microsoft Certifications

    Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

    Google IT Support Professional Certificate

    Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP)

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