Slate Training Centre is an Authorized Testing Centre for the Microsoft Office Specialist certification program.  We currently offer test takers the opportunity to achieve their certification by using 2002 or 2003 software.  Tests are available in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint®, Microsoft Outlook®, Microsoft Access, or in Microsoft Project.  Please call 424 - 1338 for test times and cost.

What is the Microsoft Office Specialist?

A Microsoft Office Specialist is an individual who has certified his or her skills in one or more of the Microsoft Office desktop applications of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint®, Microsoft Outlook® or Microsoft Access, or in Microsoft Project. The Microsoft Office Specialist program typically offers certification exams at the "Core" and "Expert" skill levels. The Microsoft Office Specialist program is the only Microsoft approved program in the world for certifying proficiency in Microsoft Office desktop applications and Microsoft Project. This certification can be a valuable asset in any job search or career advancement.

Who benefits from the Microsoft Office Specialist certification?

Employers
Microsoft Office Specialist certification helps satisfy employers' needs for qualitative assessments of employees' skills. Training, coupled with Office Specialist certification, offers organizations of every size, the ability to enhance productivity and efficiency by enabling their employees to unlock many advanced and laborsaving features in Microsoft Office applications. Microsoft Office Specialist certification can ultimately improve the bottom line.

Employees 
Microsoft Office Specialist certification demonstrates employees' productivity and competence in Microsoft Office applications, the most popular business applications in the world. Achieving Office Specialist certification verifies that employees have the confidence and ability to use Microsoft Office applications in meeting and exceeding their work challenges. 

Instructors
Microsoft Office Specialist certification validates instructors' knowledge and skill in using Microsoft Office applications. It serves as a valuable credential, demonstrating their potential to teach students these essential applications. The Microsoft Office Specialist Authorized Instructor program is also available to those who wish to further demonstrate their instructional capabilities.

Students
Microsoft Office Specialist certification distinguishes students from their peers. It demonstrates their efficiency in completing assignments and projects, leaving more time for other studies. Improved confidence toward meeting new challenges and obstacles is yet another benefit. Achieving Microsoft Office Specialist certification gives students the marketable skills necessary to set them apart in the competitive job market.

What does this logo mean?

It means this courseware has been approved by the Microsoft® Office Specialist program to be among the finest available for learning Microsoft Office desktop applications. It also means that upon completion of this courseware, you may be prepared to become a Microsoft Office Specialist.