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LATI is approved as a Microsoft, CISCO and A+ Test Site

Lake Area Technical Institute has received approval from Microsoft to become an ATC (Authorized Testing Center) for MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) certification tests.  With this designation the school can test students, staff, and business employees in use of Microsoft Office products.   The certification process includes testing at "Proficient" or "Expert" levels in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint software.

Microsoft Office Specialist

MOS cert

  • MS Word 2003 Core
  • MS Excel 2003 Core
  • MS Access 2003
  • MS Outlook 2003
  • MS Powerpoint 2003
  • MS Word 2003 Expert
  • MS Excel 2003 Expert

Why become MOS certified?

  • Provides an industry-recognized standard
  • Demonstrates proficiency in a given Microsoft Office application
  • Provides a competitive edge in the job marketplace

CCNA Certification

CCNA cisoc cert
The CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification indicates that the student has a foundation in and a working knowledge of networking. CCNA certified individuals can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer). They will use the following protocols: IP, IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists.

A+ Certification

Aplus cert
  • Core (Machine Maintenance)
  • Microsoft Windows & DOS
  • Macintosh Operating System
As a Prometric Testing Center, the school can deliver tests to Aviation Maintenance Technology students for Federal Administration certification and to Electronics Systems students for the Federal Communications Commission.  In the business division, LATI can administer tests in the A+ and Network+.   A+ and Network+ certification was developed by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) to certify the competency of entry-level service technicians in the computer industry. The Prometric Testing Center is also the method that allows the students to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate's (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Network Professional exams.

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