Certiport, Microsoft Certified Application Specialist
Microsoft® Certified Application Specialists are a part of a global community of distinguished achievers. This Microsoft credential tells the world you have demonstrated proficiency in the newest standard of the world's foremost desktop computing applications. Microsoft certifications (based on globally recognized standards) demonstrate your computing skills and help advance your career prospects in a competitive job market.
Microsoft Certified Application Specialist certifications are primarily for office workers who use Microsoft Office programs as a vital part of their job functions. These certifications cover the entire Microsoft Office Suite, encompassing Word 2007, PowerPoint® 2007, Excel® 2007, Outlook® 2007 and Access® 2007, as well as Windows Vista®.
Individuals certified in the 2007 Microsoft Office applications are able to leverage the features of the 2007 Office system to complete tasks and projects quickly and more efficiently. And certification verifies a wide variety of in-demand desktop computing skills; not only in programs like Word or Excel, but also for specific job functions such as managing budgets and presentations.
MCAS Certification is available in the programs listed below.
- Word
- Excel
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Access
- Windows Vista
What other certifications are available?
- Adobe Certified Associate
- Microsoft Office Specialist
- Internet and Core Computing Certification (IC3)
- iCritical Thinking™


