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What does an IT Professional do?
Professionals who complete the Fundamentals of IT program will provide their company with technical support for IT-related matters. Technical support may include setting up, configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance of the hardware and software components of a basic personal computer workstation and basic wireless devices.
Where Can You Work?
IT professionals who complete the Fundamentals of IT program work in various industries and most work in offices.
Requirements
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
Training Materials Provided
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
IT Professional
Outcomes
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow by 15% from 2021 to 2031. This equates to about 418,500 new jobs per year from both projected growth and replacement needs.
Skills Learned
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Demonstrate basic Computer and IT literacy
- Define basic security threats and know fundamental security best practices
- Recognize various computer hardware components and peripheral devices
- Identify, compare and contrast common programs, applications and operating systems
- Understand basic network designs, sharing and storage, and wireless vs. wired connections
Courses - 3 Weeks
CompTIA IT Fundamentals |
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IT Professional Job Possibilities
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Helpdesk Technician and Analyst
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PC Support Technician
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Technical and Software Support Specialist
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Payment Options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.

Program Comparison
Emerge Education | Community College | |
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Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3–6 months | 24–48 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures |
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Your Training Specialist will help you understand your program, assist with clinical placement, and answer any questions you have! Contact your Training Specialist to learn more about your program and how to start achieving your goals.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program 3 weeks, making students job-ready in as little as less than a month. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit.
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
Emerge Prepared™ is a next-level education solution that addresses the critical need to prepare high school students for career readiness upon graduation with highly sought-after healthcare and IT certifications. Emerge Prepared is designed to inspire you to find your pathway, equip you with a competitive advantage and empower you to succeed.