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IT & Computer Training

IT and Computer Training programs enable students to earn industry certifications while gaining skills needed for immediate employment.

If you're looking to start a rewarding career in Information Technology (IT) and/or cybersecurity, the programs at Harford Community College can get you started. Programs can be used to build your resumé and gain access to entry level jobs in high-demand fields. If you should choose to further your education and pursue a degree program, many of these course will convert to earned credits.

 

PROGRAMS OFFERED

Online ed2go Classes and Career Training 

Gain new personal and professional skills with two ways to learn through our ed2go partner. In our instructor-led courses, you study and interact with a cohort over a six-week schedule. Courses start monthly with twice-weekly lesson plans. For the independent learner, our self-paced career training courses provide access to all lessons immediately with up to twelve months to complete. Hundreds of classes are available.

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Credentials offered

Harford Community College IT/Computer programs train students for employment and to sit for industry recognized certification exams.

Computer/IT Information Session

Logon to our one hour webinar and learn about Harford's programs, job placements and outlooks. Talk to instructors and hear from former students working in the field.

JOB OUTLOOK*

Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 11 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 531,200 new jobs. Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security.

The median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations was $88,240 in May 2019, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $39,810.

*US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook