According to the Certiport website (http://www.certiport.com/Portal/desktopdefault.aspx?page=common/pagelibrary/MTA_student-FAQ.html)
Q: Who's the audience for the MTA Certification?
A: MTA is for students, changing careers, or anyone else wanting to explore a career in technology. At this time, MTA is only available to students, faculty, and staff of an accredited academic institution that is an approved MTA testing center
It may pay you to contact Certiport to ascertain whether your son is eligible
http://www.certiport.com/PORTAL/desktopdefault.aspx?tabid=685&roleid=101
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