Information Technology
The Future Is Now
Technology skills are in demand—and no longer confined to a single industry. Are you ready to explore all the places IT skills can take you?
Which pathways are offered?
Cybersecurity — This pathway prepares students to plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information.
Programming & Software Development — This pathway prepares students to research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for computer applications in medical, military, business, scientific, and other industries.
Web Development — This pathway prepares students to design, create, and modify websites; integrate websites with other computer applications; and convert written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible web formats.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Some of the jobs include:
- Computer programmer
- Information security analyst
- Network and computer systems administrator
- Software developer
- Web developer
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my future look like in this career field?**
**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Information Technology Specialist certification
- CompTIA Security+