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The AI job boom is here. Are you ready to showcase your skills?

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Mark Winters
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Mar 03, 2026

Future-proof your skills: Microsoft’s new cloud, AI, and security Certifications.

AI isn’t just changing jobs descriptions, it’s redefining how work gets done across every industry, role, and skill level. From marketing to manufacturing, AI is reshaping workflows, speeding up deci...
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Shane_Emmett
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Mar 06, 2026

Quick question, if I have an active AZ-500 certification (Expires in July, 2027), do I need to take the SC-500 from scratch? Or will I be able to renew into the SC-500?
Thanks and BR
Shane

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    Julian_Sharp
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    Mar 06, 2026

    It's a new certification, so yes. There has not been any mention of a transition path.