Pick a specific certification to test for. There is an assortment of different specialized certifications from which you can select. Consider the specific IT field into which you may want to transition, or decide which IT skills could most help you in your current position to determine which specific exam you are most interested in taking.
Review the Microsoft certification exam catalog and determine which test or tests you need to take to earn your desired MCP credential . Many certifications require the passing of multiple exams. Often, you are not required to take these exams in any particular order. Consult the Microsoft certification exam catalog, the link to which you can find in the resource section, to select your first exam.
Visit the Prometric exam registration portal and locate a testing location near you by completing a zip code test site search.
Use the Prometic exam registration portal to check for seat availability. If no seats are open, search again for the next available exam and check once again for seats until you have located an exam session in which there is space for you.
Complete the online exam scheduling process through the Prometric portal. During this process, you will be required to provide your name as well as pay for your examination. If you intend to use a company credit card to pay for your exam, obtain the necessary credit card information prior to beginning the scheduling process to ensure that you don't lose your spot.
Print out the exam confirmation. While this confirmation slip isn't necessarily required to gain entrance into the exam, taking it with you is wise as it can enable you to easily sort through any registration-related confusion on exam day.