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Information Technology Support Specialist
Program Overview
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Information Technology Support Specialist
What Are the Career Opportunities?
Graduates of this program may find entry-level career
opportunities in the following areas:
• Desktop Support Technician
• Help Desk Technician
• IT Support Specialist
• PC Support Specialist
• PC Technician
• Technical Support Specialist
What’s the Career Demand?
Employment of computer support specialists is expected
to grow 18% from 2010 to 2020, about as fast as the
average growth for all occupations. Support services
will be needed as organizations upgrade their computer
equipment and software. Computer support staff will
be needed to respond to the installation and repair
requirements of increasingly complex computer
equipment and software. Employment growth should
be strong in health care, as that industry is expected
to increase its use of information technology.
– Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2012-13 Edition, Computer Support Specialists
Your local market data likely differs from these federal statistics.
Your own hard work, professionalism, experience, work attitude, local market and other factors will impact your personal employment opportunities and pay.
Program Information
Turn your interest in computer technology into a great
career. This program offers you hands-on training with
all the latest IT industry standards, and will help you
become workforce-ready for the world of information
technology. It can prepare you for important IT industry
certifications, help you develop professional skills and
provide valuable work experience through an internship
while you’re in school.
Program at a Glance
Our program includes training in the following key areas:
• Basic Computing
• Computer Hardware and Software Troubleshooting
• Computer Repair
• Help Desk Support and Customer Service
• Microsoft® Windows® Server and Security
• Networking Fundamentals
• Operating Systems Fundamentals
• Professional and Soft Skills
Additionally, this program includes:
• Certification Preparation
• Support Desk, PC Technician Internship
Specific program content may vary by campus, credential and course electives. For complete program details, please refer to the campus catalog.
If you want to enhance your IT skills or are looking
for an established career, the Information Technology
Support Specialist program at Everest could be the
solution for you.
Our partnership with Microsoft® and CompTIA®
provides IT program curriculum that helps prepare
you for certification exams. These certifications
are recognized and valued by IT hiring managers
in industries around the country and the world.
Students are eligible through the Information
Technology Support Specialist program to receive
vouchers to help pay for select certification exams.*
* Talk to an Admissions Representative for specific information on certification vouchers.
Everest Has Partnered with
Microsoft® and CompTIA® to Help
You Earn Your IT Certification