Description

Duration: 3 days

About this course

This three-day, instructor-led training equips participants with essential instructional skills required for Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) certification. The course covers adult learning principles, instructional methodologies, virtual and in-person training techniques, and classroom engagement strategies. Participants will engage in hands-on teaching exercises, real-world training simulations, and guided practice to develop effective instructional delivery skills.

Upon successful completion, participants will earn the Instructional Skills Certificate (ISC), a mandatory requirement for the MCT application.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for:

• IT professionals applying for MCT certification
• Corporate trainers delivering Microsoft courses
• Technical educators looking to improve instructional techniques
• Instructional designers or trainers working with Microsoft technologies

Participants seeking Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) status will meet the instructional skills training requirement upon successful completion.

Learning Objectives

Instructional Design & Adult Learning

• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models
• Develop structured, outcome-based training sessions
• Adapt instructional methods to accommodate different learning styles

Classroom & Virtual Training Delivery

• Deliver engaging training sessions in both in-person and virtual settings
• Utilize Microsoft Teams, Office 365 and other collaboration tools for instruction
• Implement instructional strategies tailored for IT and technical learners

Communication & Engagement Techniques

• Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills for effective teaching
• Manage classroom discussions, encourage participation, and handle Q&A
• Use storytelling, whiteboarding, and role-playing to increase learner engagement

Evaluation & Feedback

• Conduct knowledge assessments and evaluate learning retention
• Provide structured feedback to support student improvement

Assessment & Certification

To earn the Instructional Skills Certificate (ISC), participants must:

• Pass a knowledge assessment (30%)
• Submit two recorded teaching presentations (50%) for evaluation
• Demonstrate active participation and engagement (20%)

Participants must achieve a minimum score of 75% to receive certification.

Prerequisites

To ensure a successful learning experience, participants should have:

• Basic instructional experience or an interest in training delivery
• Strong foundational knowledge of Microsoft technologies
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams and Office 365

Minimum Enrollment Requirement

A minimum of three participants per session is required for training to proceed.

Course Availability

• Regions: North America
• Languages: English