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Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate

1. MD-100 Windows 10
2. MD-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security
Length: 

Exam 1: 150 minutes; preparation time varies. Exam 2: 180 minutes; preparation time varies.

Location: 
Multiple worldwide locations authorized by Microsoft delivered through Pearson VUE test centers or online proctoring.
Dates: 

Exam 1 and 2: May 2019 - March 2022.

Instructional delivery format: 
Proficiency exam
Learner Outcomes: 

Outcomes, skills and competencies measured by this certification exam include: Exam 1: deploy Windows; manage devices and data; configure connectivity; and maintain Windows. Exam 2: implement Modern Device Services; manage device compliance; plan for devices and apps; plan Windows 10 deployment; implement Cloud App Security (CAS); implement threat management; implement Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP); manage security reports and alerts; configure Data Loss Prevention (DLP); implement Azure Information Protection (AIP); manage data governance; manage auditing; and manage eDiscovery.

Instruction: 

Exam 1 and 2: These certification exams assess individuals’ skills and competencies in an online proctored format or at an authorized test center. 

Credit recommendation: 

Exam 1 and 2: In the associate/certificate degree category, 2 semester hours in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Technology (6/19). NOTE: Student must successfully complete MD-100 Windows 10 and MD-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security OR students must successfully complete 70-695: Configuring Windows 10 and MD-101 Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security. Care should be given to avoid duplicate credit for Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.

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