Microsoft Office Specialist Certification

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The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is a globally recognized qualification that validates your skills in using Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. It highlights your ability to perform key tasks, such as creating professional documents, organizing data, designing presentations, and managing emails effectively.

This certification is highly beneficial for students, professionals, and job seekers, as it demonstrates to employers that you have the technical expertise to use these tools efficiently. With levels ranging from Associate to Expert and Master, the certification caters to different skill levels, making it an excellent way to enhance your abilities, boost confidence, and stand out in academics or your career.

All individuals, including current Columbia Basin College students and employees, are required to purchase an exam voucher prior to testing. Vouchers must be obtained through the official Certiport store. Available options include:

• $104 – Standard exam voucher (no retake)
• $120 – Exam voucher with one retake
• $156 – Exam voucher with one retake and CertPREP practice test access
• $297 – Learn.Pratice.Ceritfy MOS bundle (includes exam voucher, LearnKey instructional content, and CertPREP practice access).

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In addition to the exam voucher, a $25 proctoring fee is required for each exam session. Prior to scheduling, visit the Assessment Center first to receive a payment ticket to present to the cashiers at Hawk Central. CBC accepts cash, personal and cashier’s checks, money order, Visa and MasterCard.

You will need to create an account with Certiport prior to scheduling your testing appointments.

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• Full name.
• Primary phone number and email address.
• Your Certiport username and password.
• The date and time you wish to test.
• The name of the exact Microsoft Office Specialist Certification exam for which you wish to test. CBC only offers the 2019 Microsoft Office exams.

Within two business days of receiving your email, the Assessment Center will contact you via the email address you provided to complete the scheduling of your appointment. Washington State residents (not including CBC students/employees) will receive instructions on how to make payment for their exam. CBC cashier accepts cash, personal and cashier’s checks, money orders, Visa and MasterCard.

You will need a valid, government-issued photo ID that matches your Certiport profile, as well as your Certiport username and password. The Assessment Center is unable to test candidates without valid identification.

Microsoft Office Certification exams allot 50 minutes per test. Please allow two hours for your appointment. Testing times for other exams may vary.

 

Your Certiport account offers you access to additional practice tests for each exam. Improve your skills by using their online courses and practice exams. CBC students/staff may contact the Assessment Center to request a GMetrix voucher. Visit the Washington State Library and Microsoft Learn for free reskilling resources for any learner in Washington.

 

Your Certiport account offers you access to additional practice tests for each exam.

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You will receive your results and information about the passing standards for each certification as soon as you are done testing. The score report will also be made available to you through your Certiport account. The Assessment Center will mail your certificate within 10 business days.

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Yes, but you must wait a minimum of 24 hours before attempting it again. After your first re-take attempt, a minimum waiting period of 48 hours is imposed for each subsequent attempt. The $25 proctoring fee is due for each attempt.

If you need to cancel or reschedule your certification appointment, please notify the Assessment Center 48 hours in advance.

Microsoft Office Specialist certifications do not expire.

Columbia Basin College invites local employers and industry partners to support workforce development through our Employer-Sponsored Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification program. This opportunity allows organizations to sponsor MOS certification testing for current employees or prospective hires, helping to build essential digital skills and strengthen workplace productivity.

Organizations interested in providing this professional certification opportunity are encouraged to contact the Assessment center for more information and coordination.”

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