Microsoft Office Specialist
Training and Fee Schedule Information 
Discover the only worldwide, performance-based certification program that validates the skills needed to get the most out of Microsoft Office 2007. Whether you want to stand out in the job market, improve your performance, or better prepare yourself to enter the workforce, the Microsoft Certified Application Specialist program can help you attain the valuable expertise you need - and businesses rely on - to succeed.
Why Certification?
Candidates who successfully pass a certification exam, show that they can meet globally recognized performance standards. This proves your expertise in using the latest Microsoft Office programs. More important, it will help you differentiate yourself in today's competitive job market, broaden your employment opportunities by displaying your advanced skills, and result in higher earning potential. Certification can also lead to increased job satisfaction. Research indicates that certified individuals have increased competence, productivity, and credibility with their employers, co-workers, and clients.
Employers, get the most from your technology investment. When you hire a Microsoft business certified employee, you are getting a 2007 Microsoft Office system expert - someone who knows how to get the most out of the 2007 system and who can share this knowledge with other employees, greatly impact your company's productivity and competitive edge.
Why GCC?
GCC was recently awarded the designation of being the first Microsoft IT Academy in Micronesia and our classes are taught by Microsoft Certified Trainers. In addition, we are the only authorized testing center for the Microsoft Office 2007 Certification exams on Guam.
How do I get certified?
Register for one or more of the Microsoft Office 2007 application class. Each class includes 2 college credits, a pretest and certification exam.
Do I need to take all of the Microsoft Office 2007 applications classes to get certified?
No. You can get certified in any one of the Microsoft Office 2007 applications. Example: Upon successfully passing your Word 2007 certification exam you will receive the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification for Word 2007.
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(click on each to see the course outline)
| Fall 2010 | Spring 2011 | | Word 2007 | September 27 - October 8
| February 28 - March 11
| | PowerPoint 2007 | | January 24 - February 4
| | Excel 2007 | September 13 - 24
| March 14 - 25
| | Outlook 2007 | November 1 - 16
| February 7 - 18
| | Access 2007 | October 18 - 29
| March 28 - April 8
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What will it cost?
Who do I call for more information?
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Guam Community College
