Get Your Microsoft Office Specialist Certification With MedCerts

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Ever feel like you’re only using a fraction of the potential that Microsoft Office® offers? Pursuing the Microsoft Office Specialist certification can change that. This industry-recognized credential validates your skills in core Microsoft Office applications like Word®, Excel®, Access®, Outlook® and PowerPoint®.

Earning your MOS certification demonstrates to employers your proficiency in Microsoft Office, which can boost your resume and open doors to new career opportunities. Here, we’ll cover the benefits and process of getting your MOS certification with MedCerts, a leading online IT and healthcare training provider.

What Will the MOS Certification Teach You?

MedCerts’ MOS certification is a streamlined and comprehensive process accommodating various learning styles and schedules. Our seven-week program is expert-led and video-based. It follows a structured curriculum that covers the following aspects of Microsoft Office:

  • Word: Ideal word processing application, allowing you to prepare and edit documents easily. MOS training in Word equips you with advanced formatting skills, enabling you to create polished documents with tables, graphics and styles.

  • Excel: Renowned for its prowess in organizing, calculating and analyzing big data. MOS certification in Excel demonstrates your expertise in using functions, formulas and pivot tables to manipulate data effectively.

  • Outlook: Serves as the hub for email communication and scheduling. Proficiency in using Outlook allows you to manage emails, calendars, contacts and tasks, optimizing workflow and productivity.

  • PowerPoint: Create visually compelling presentations that captivate audiences. With MOS training in PowerPoint, you can use advanced features like animations and transitions to create engaging content.

  • Access: Build and manage relational databases, allowing you to store, organize and maintain data efficiently. You can create queries, forms and reports while implementing data validation rules.

Completing the MOS certification program qualifies you to take up to five exams at an authorized testing center. MedCerts also covers the cost of your exam and the corresponding practice test. This perk gives you a valuable head start toward achieving your certification goals.

As a bonus, since Microsoft programs are the standard office tools, the skills you’ll learn through certification will be transferrable to other program platforms like Google.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Before enrolling, you must meet several requirements to ensure you have the tools and resources for success. These prerequisites include:

  • A high school diploma or GED

  • Access to a computer with Windows OS

  • A reliable web browser with a stable internet connection

  • Course registration and tuition payment

  • Availability of a functioning Microsoft Office 365 or Microsoft Office 2019 suite

Why Should You Enroll Today in MedCerts?

You can expect access to engaging course materials upon joining MedCerts’ MOS certification program. Learn from industry experts through engaging video lessons that break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps. Also, sharpen your skills and gauge your exam readiness with a comprehensive bank of interactive practice tests.

Our flexible learning platform allows you to study at your own pace — anytime, anywhere. Our experienced subject matter experts and Student Success Advisors can also provide dedicated support and guidance throughout the learning experience.

After completing the program, you can contact MedCerts’ Career Center and Career Coaches for additional support for up to a year.

Apply today to begin your journey toward becoming a Microsoft Office Specialist.

Written by

Dana Janssen

Chief Product Officer

Dana has over twenty (20) years’ experience in Allied Healthcare and Education, and currently serves as the Chief Product Officer for MedCerts where he is responsible for product vision and strategy, research, and development.

Dana joined MedCerts upon its founding in 2009, and has led the research, development, and production of the entire catalog of programs that have helped MedCerts transform the distance learning landscape. Leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and innovative instructional design practices, Dana and his team have pioneered the development of the MedCerts 12 Elements of eLearning. Each MedCerts program contains a proprietary blend of these engaging, interactive, and entertaining elements that effectively accommodate learners of all types. Dana is deeply in-tune with the needs of today’s healthcare employers and is an expert in careers and certifications related to allied health.

Dana holds a Bachelor of Science in Education (BS) degree from Valparaiso University, and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Davenport University. Dana is an avid sports fan and in his free time enjoys mountain biking, woodworking, knifemaking, and spending time with his family and pets.

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