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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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forthe48
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Mar 23, 2026

Hi, I've read the comments and I'm confused about whether fundamentals certificates expire or not.

Can someone please clarify whether I will have to take the AI-901 to re-earn the certificate if I complete AI-900 before the test end date? I have been studying for the 900 and was about to schedule a test for this week.

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    LibertyMunson
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    Mar 23, 2026

    This certification is NOT retiring. We conflated a few things in that table in this blog and created a lot of confusion. The exam is being replaced by a new version that will result in the same certification. If you earn it with AI-900 or 901, you end up with the same cert. Take whichever exam makes you happy.