I read the requirements for the MCDST Certification on the MS website, which says to pass exams 70-271 & 70- 272. However, I also listened the live webcast, which stated that the requirements were 2 Courses & the 2 exams. My question is, if I purchase the Self-Training books recommended for both exams, can I simply take the exams when I'm ready & become certified if I pass them? Or do I also need to take the courses? I'm guessing it's either train yourself, or take the classes, but the presentation made it sound like the actual courses were required. -Erik