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Free Hyper-V Certification for TechNet Plus Subscribers

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If you are a TechNet Plus subscriber, you should have received an email yesterday or today letting you know about a great offer that Microsoft is putting out with regards to Server Virtualization.

Your TechNet Plus subscription will get you a code for the Microsoft E-Learning Collection 6319: Configuring Hyper-V in Windows 2008. Once you go through this course, take a screenshot of your completed status and email that to [email protected]. If you are one of the first 200 people to do so, you will get a free exam voucher for 70-652: TS Windows Server Virtualization, Configuring.

I am kicking myself a little bit; I used one of my own vouchers I had to book the 70-652 exam in April after I complete my upcoming course.  (I booked two exams actually) I literally just posted about this yesterday, it was the post about my Hyper-V training I am taking in Ottawa. I have luck like that sometimes but then sometimes I get lucky, so I guess it evens out.

Just to recap:

  • Complete the E-Learning
  • Take a snapshot of the course completed and email it to Microsoft
  • Receive a free exam voucher

Microsoft Skills Week is Coming to Ottawa

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That’s right, Microsoft Skills Week is coming to Ottawa in April thanks to CTE Solutions.

CTE Solutions is offering discounted courses for 2008 Active Directory, Hyper-V Server and Updating your skills from SQL 2005 to SQL 2008. I have booked into the Hyper-V course and have the two corresponding exams booked for the 16th. I figure I should write the exams while the information is still fresh in my head. My boss told me I am a glutton for punishment but she was glad to save some money on the training. At these prices, the courses are going to book up fast so get on it as soon as you can.

Here’s the information:

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During the week of April 14th-17th we’ll be hosting a Microsoft Skills Week in Ottawa and you’re invited!  Choose from  the following emerging technology courses for Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Hyper-V, and SQL Server 2008.

Oh and by the way you’ll save over 50% off regularly advertised prices.

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6424 Fundamentals of Windows Server 2008 Active Directory >>>>>>$495

This 3-day instructor-led course has been accelerated into 2-days with lengthened hours provides Active Directory Technology Specialists an introduction to Active Directory server roles in Windows Server 2008. The course is intended for entry level students who want to get familiar with the Active Directory server roles and their basic functionality.

Dates: Apr. 14th-15th or Apr 16th-17th (2 days)
Hours: 8am-5pm
Your Instructor: Gerry Tessier
Register Online Now – Email Us – Call 613-798-5353

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6422 Implementing and Managing Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V >>>>>>$495


This 3-day course has been accelerated into 2-days with lengthened hours.  This instructor-led course teaches students how to implement and manage Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V. It also teaches students how to manage Hyper-V with Solution Center Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) and with PowerShell.

Date: Apr. 14th-15th (2 days)
Hours: 8am-5pm
Your Instructor: Kim Frank
Register Online Now – Email Us – Call 613-798-5353

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6158: Updating Your SQL Server 2005 Skills to SQL Server 2008>>>>>>$695

Get expert training on Microsoft SQL Server 2008, and get the software as a free offer.  In this 3-day course, you will learn to take advantage of the powerful and trustworthy array of new data-driven management solutions in SQL Server 2008.  This course is designed for administrators and developers.

Date: Apr. 14th-16th (3 days)
Hours: 9am-4:30pm
Your Instructor: Susan Ibach
Register Online Now – Email Us – Call 613-798-5353

CTE Solutions delivers – Training with IMPACT!

Save 40% on a your Microsoft Exam – Certification Week

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Microsoft Learning as part of Microsoft Skills Week is providing a code for 40% off a Microsoft exam. The discount code and fine print information can be found at http://www.certificationweek.com. Basically, you need to book your exam on or before the 13th of March and need to write the exam before May 31st. If you know you are planning on writing an exam in the upcoming months, book your times now and save. I don’t know how many time you can use the code, so there is a chance you can use it for more than one exam.

I always find booking ahead always helps me prepare for an exam. When I know its coming up, I tend to focus and get studying.