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Definition: The Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) credential is the premier certification for professionals who implement and administer Microsoft SQL Server™ databases.

To Obtain:

• Must pass three exams: three core exams and one elective (70-015, 70-019, 70-155, 70-175, 70-216, 70-276).
• MCDBA candidates are required to pass one SQL Server administration exam (70-028 or 70-228) and one SQL Server design exam (70-029 or 70-229).
• MCDBA candidates also have the option to pass either one Windows 2000 (70-215) or one .NET Enterprise Servers (70-275) exam to fulfill the networking systems core requirement.
• Exams cost approximately $125 each.
• A comprehensive and updated list of exams, including discontinued exams is available on Microsoft.com.
• Re-certification is not required but as exams are retired or tracks are redesigned you must pass the replacement exam(s).

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