Elements of the curriculum will also help you prepare to pursue industry IT certifications like:
Undergraduate Certificates
Hands-On Information Technology Experience
Elements of the curriculum will also help you prepare to pursue industry IT certifications like:
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Linux+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Cloud Essentials+
100% Online Information Technology Essentials Certificate classes start every 8 weeks.
Or, follow a normal schedule and complete your program in 1 year, 2 months.**
*Accelerated completion time does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 4-13 credit hours a semester per 12 month period.
**Normal completion time does not include breaks and assumes 2 semesters of enrollment in 4-13 credit hours per semester per 12 month period.
Networking media Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
Transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP)
Routing and switching
Small network configuration and troubleshooting
3Data is inclusive of all partner tuition savings, institutional scholarships and grants for the period for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.
You don’t have to wait four years to show a credential on your resume. At DeVry, several programs are designed to stack.4 You can start with a credential that takes less time, is more affordable and can serve as a stepping stone when you choose to continue your education at DeVry.
*The figures displayed represent the minimum credit hours required for graduation. Additional coursework may be necessary to complete program requirements.
Computer Network Support Specialist
Also called technical support specialists, these professionals analyze, troubleshoot and evaluate computer network problems. This career path primarily focuses on technical knowledge but can be enhanced by good communication skills that enable you to communicate technical needs to managers and company leaders.
IT Help Desk Support Specialist
The IT help desk support specialist, also known as user support specialists or technicians, will work directly with individual employees—who generally do not have a background in IT—to assist with computer problems. This role also specializes in avoiding jargon to help diagnose computer problems and requires elements of customer service, communication and technical knowledge.
Entry-Level Network System Administrator
The LAN system administrator will deploy and administer wireless infrastructure and supporting network systems. While this is an entry-level position, an undergraduate certificate in IT essentials can communicate the level of knowledge that employers want to see as networks become increasingly vital to company productivity.
Computer Systems Analyst
The computer systems analyst ensures that all of the computer systems impacting organizational goals are supported. This role looks at the strengths and weakness of existing systems to identify areas for improvement. It's an excellent career path for the more analytically minded and is also great for those who are able to clearly communicate issues and solutions to decision-makers at a company.
Employers may require years of relevant experience or additional certifications.
A Certificate program in Information Technology Essentials from DeVry can help prepare you to pursue a career by giving you the hands-on experience you need to pursue relevant roles across a variety of industries. By completing our online IT Essentials Certificate program, you can also apply your qualifying credits toward these associate degree programs at DeVry4:
Every course from your associate degree program then stacks into a qualifying bachelor’s degree program at DeVry4:
The importance of having an undergraduate IT certificate will depend on the specific area of IT and the company for which you wish to work. However, a certificate in IT demonstrates your knowledge in the discipline to prospective employers.
It's helpful to remember that IT is a cornerstone of any successful business today. Employers have started to implement stricter standards when it comes to the qualifications of those whom they hire into this department. A certificate can help you prove to an employer that you're knowledgeable in IT.
Different employers have varying standards when it comes to IT work. In general, a higher level of education, whether that be an undergraduate IT essentials certificate or another technology degree, may help you stand out amongst other applicants. As the IT profession develops more standards and protocols, a certificate or degree may become essential for many positions in information technology.
To earn a Certificate in IT Essentials at DeVry, you will need to complete 8 courses totaling a minimum of 23 credit hours. The program includes classes such as:
Apply here to begin.
Graduates of DeVry’s Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology Essentials program may consider careers such as:
To begin coursework for DeVry’s online IT Essentials Certificate program, you must have a high school diploma or GED and must place in MATH062 & BUSN062 or above. If applicable, you must also complete transitional studies courses.2
Please see the Academic Catalog for complete admissions requirements.
The benefits of information technology are broad, but include the ability to protect and store information, automate processes, gain remote access to systems and communicate on a global scale. IT professionals are essential to maintain smooth workflow between departments, help reduce frustration and increase cost savings. The best IT professionals anticipate issues before they arise and can build systems that have a degree of futureproofing to protect companies from costly process breakdowns.
1Students may participate in only one DeVry University-based scholarship, grant or group tuition benefit program at a time. Those who qualify for more than one program will be presumed to accept the program with the highest reduction in by- session cost. Students who qualify for and prefer a different tuition benefit program must confirm, in writing, the alternate program in which they wish to participate prior to starting classes at DeVry. Scholarship and grant terms and eligibility conditions are subject to change. Scholarships are available to those who apply and qualify. Click here for more information.
2Transitional studies coursework may affect program length and cost.
3Data is inclusive of all partner tuition savings, institutional scholarships and grants for the period for July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023.
4At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program. Refer to the academic catalog for details.
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