Course Overview
The Windows Administration (Support to Admin Foundations) programme is designed for IT support professionals who want to progress into system administration roles. Over four structured days, participants explore how Windows environments are configured, managed, and secured within organisational networks.
Through mentor-led sessions and practical scenarios, learners work through real administrative tasks including user account management, system configuration, file and storage management, and system monitoring. The course highlights operational practices used by IT teams to maintain stable and secure Windows infrastructures.
Participants gain the knowledge required to move from reactive troubleshooting toward proactive system management. By the end of the programme, learners understand how administrators maintain operating systems, manage permissions, apply security settings, and support business continuity within enterprise Windows environments.
Hands-On Learning
Participants perform administrative tasks such as user provisioning, policy configuration, system monitoring, and troubleshooting in guided labs.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Experienced mentors guide learners through real administrative scenarios used in modern IT operations teams.
Career-Ready Skills
Learners build practical administration skills used in Windows-based enterprise infrastructure environments.
Learning Outcomes
Analyse Windows operating system architecture
Implement user and group management policies
Evaluate system performance and event logs
Design secure permission and access configurations
Communicate administrative procedures and documentation
Lead structured troubleshooting for system issues
Prerequisites
Basic computer and operating system knowledge
Familiarity with desktop support tasks
Interest in system administration roles
Detailed Syllabus
Organized by professional domains with comprehensive coverage
Topics Covered:
- •Installing Windows Server (Desktop Experience vs. Server Core)
- •Post-installation configuration and initial setup tasks
- •Introduction to Windows Admin Center and Server Manager
- •Understanding remote server administration tools
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?
Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.
"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."
Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of Windows Administration, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
IT support professionals who want to move into Windows system administration roles.
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