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2nd Shot Promotion
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I take the Microsoft exam?
A: Take the exam, using the 2nd Shot Promotion code at any Thomson Prometric Authorized Testing Center worldwide.
Q: Do I have to register for this offer before I take my initial exam?
A: Yes, you must register for this promotion with Microsoft http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndshot/
before you take your initial exam. Once you register, you will be provided with a special promotional code. You must provide this code during your initial exam registration with Thomson Prometric to be eligible for the 2nd Shot.
Q: How can I register for the initial exam?
A: You may register for the initial exam through the Thomson Prometric web site, test centers, or call centers. Be sure to reference or input your promotional code when registering for your initial exam to establish your eligibility for the promotion.
Q: How do I get my free exam retake?
A: Simply call your local Thomson Prometric call center to schedule your free retake. You must wait at least one business day (after failing an exam) before calling to schedule your free retake. The call center representative will validate your eligibility to receive a free retake. When calling, please identify that you are taking part in the "Second Shot" campaign and also have your Second Shot promotional code ready.
Q: Is this call toll-free?
A: The call is toll-free in some countries. Other countries will require a toll. Visit the Thomson Prometric web site for a list call center numbers.
Q: If I fail an exam, can I retake it any time?
A: All retake timeframes are subject to compliance with Microsoft Certification Exam Retake rules, which state:
If you do not pass an exam the first time, you may retake it at any time. If you do not achieve a passing score a second time, you must wait at least 14 days to retake the exam a third time. A 14-day waiting period will be imposed for all subsequent exam retakes. If you have passed an exam, you cannot take it again. Beta exams may be taken only once.
To take advantage of this free retake offer, you must retake the exam before September 30, 2005.
Q: Do I have to call Thomson Prometric for my initial exam attempt?
A: No, only the free exam retake must be registered through our Call Center. For all other exam registrations, you may choose to register via the Web, at your testing site or the call center. Whatever means of registration you choose, be sure to enter the promotion code.
Q: Do I have to take the Second Shot exam through the same exam delivery partner I took my initial exam?
A: Yes, you must take the 2nd Shot exam through Thomson Prometric, however, you do not have to take the exam at the same testing center.
Q: How many free exams can I receive?
A: If you register for the Second Shot eligibility, you are entitled to retake any exam that you paid for and failed during the eligibility period: June 1, 2005 ? September 30, 2005. One free retake is allowed per paid exam.
Q: What is the time frame that I must take my first exam and the retake of that same exam?
A: You must take the first exam between June 1, 2005 and August 31, 2005 and if you fail the exam, you may retake the same exam at no additional charge before September 30, 2005.
Q: If I failed an exam prior to June 1, 2005, can I retake it for free prior to September 30, 2005?
A: If you registered for an exam with Thomson Prometric using the 2nd Shot promotion code between February 28-May 31, 2005, you may take your 2nd Shot exam up until September 30, 2005.
Q: Is this Second Shot exam offer available worldwide?
A: Yes, this offer is available worldwide.
Q: Can the Second Shot offer be combined with other exam offers?
A: No, the Second Shot offer cannot be combined with any other exam discount offer. The initial exam must be paid at full price to receive the free exam. Vouchers may be used to pay for the initial exam if they are full price vouchers (not discounted).
Q: How can I learn more about what content is covered on Microsoft certification exams?
A: Visit the Microsoft Learning Web site (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcpexams/prepare/) for tips on how to prepare for your exam. Be sure to thoroughly read the exam prep guide for the exam you plan to take. The exam listings above also directly link to each exam?s prep guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I take the Microsoft exam?
A: Take the exam, using the 2nd Shot Promotion code at any Thomson Prometric Authorized Testing Center worldwide.
Q: Do I have to register for this offer before I take my initial exam?
A: Yes, you must register for this promotion with Microsoft http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/offers/2ndshot/
before you take your initial exam. Once you register, you will be provided with a special promotional code. You must provide this code during your initial exam registration with Thomson Prometric to be eligible for the 2nd Shot.
Q: How can I register for the initial exam?
A: You may register for the initial exam through the Thomson Prometric web site, test centers, or call centers. Be sure to reference or input your promotional code when registering for your initial exam to establish your eligibility for the promotion.
Q: How do I get my free exam retake?
A: Simply call your local Thomson Prometric call center to schedule your free retake. You must wait at least one business day (after failing an exam) before calling to schedule your free retake. The call center representative will validate your eligibility to receive a free retake. When calling, please identify that you are taking part in the "Second Shot" campaign and also have your Second Shot promotional code ready.
Q: Is this call toll-free?
A: The call is toll-free in some countries. Other countries will require a toll. Visit the Thomson Prometric web site for a list call center numbers.
Q: If I fail an exam, can I retake it any time?
A: All retake timeframes are subject to compliance with Microsoft Certification Exam Retake rules, which state:
If you do not pass an exam the first time, you may retake it at any time. If you do not achieve a passing score a second time, you must wait at least 14 days to retake the exam a third time. A 14-day waiting period will be imposed for all subsequent exam retakes. If you have passed an exam, you cannot take it again. Beta exams may be taken only once.
To take advantage of this free retake offer, you must retake the exam before September 30, 2005.
Q: Do I have to call Thomson Prometric for my initial exam attempt?
A: No, only the free exam retake must be registered through our Call Center. For all other exam registrations, you may choose to register via the Web, at your testing site or the call center. Whatever means of registration you choose, be sure to enter the promotion code.
Q: Do I have to take the Second Shot exam through the same exam delivery partner I took my initial exam?
A: Yes, you must take the 2nd Shot exam through Thomson Prometric, however, you do not have to take the exam at the same testing center.
Q: How many free exams can I receive?
A: If you register for the Second Shot eligibility, you are entitled to retake any exam that you paid for and failed during the eligibility period: June 1, 2005 ? September 30, 2005. One free retake is allowed per paid exam.
Q: What is the time frame that I must take my first exam and the retake of that same exam?
A: You must take the first exam between June 1, 2005 and August 31, 2005 and if you fail the exam, you may retake the same exam at no additional charge before September 30, 2005.
Q: If I failed an exam prior to June 1, 2005, can I retake it for free prior to September 30, 2005?
A: If you registered for an exam with Thomson Prometric using the 2nd Shot promotion code between February 28-May 31, 2005, you may take your 2nd Shot exam up until September 30, 2005.
Q: Is this Second Shot exam offer available worldwide?
A: Yes, this offer is available worldwide.
Q: Can the Second Shot offer be combined with other exam offers?
A: No, the Second Shot offer cannot be combined with any other exam discount offer. The initial exam must be paid at full price to receive the free exam. Vouchers may be used to pay for the initial exam if they are full price vouchers (not discounted).
Q: How can I learn more about what content is covered on Microsoft certification exams?
A: Visit the Microsoft Learning Web site (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcpexams/prepare/) for tips on how to prepare for your exam. Be sure to thoroughly read the exam prep guide for the exam you plan to take. The exam listings above also directly link to each exam?s prep guide.