The Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) MS SQL Server 2008 Database Administration Certificate Program is offered by Kaplan University in the online format. It is provided through Kaplan Continuing Education (KCE) to prepare professionals for certification in the field. The program is being offered to seasoned IT professionals as well as individuals new to technology or considering changing jobs for skills advancement to facilitate career improvement as well.

An MCITP certification represents expertise in using Microsoft SQL Server. Professionals who possess this certification typically have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in using the technology. They should also have earned the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Certification.

The Database Administrator Track trains students to obtain the necessary skills to effectively perform the role of a database administrator. Upon completion of the program, graduates are expected to be able to deploy, build, design, optimize, and operate technologies or ensure the success of technology projects. Required Courses include Microsoft SQL Server Implementation and Maintenance as well as Designing and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008.

Prospective applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, and at least two (2) years work experience as a database administrator. The program can be completed within six (6) months or less. The program is specifically suitable for database administrators tasked with the responsibility of installing or configuring Microsoft SQL Server and managing or maintaining databases, user accounts, database availability, recovery, and reporting, among others. An MCITP Certification is considered the industry standard that gauges a technician’s skill and knowledge.