Information Technology
The Future Is Now
If your child is curious about computers, enjoys problem-solving, or is fascinated by how technology works, the IT career field is a wise choice. Technology skills are in high demand across nearly every industry—and this program gives students a head start on building those skills now, opening doors to a wide range of exciting careers.
Which pathways are offered?
Game/Simulation/Animation Programming—If your child dreams of creating their own video games, this pathway can help bring those visions to life. They’ll explore game design, programming, and the creative and technical skills needed to build fun, interactive experiences.
Networking Systems & Cybersecurity — If your child is interested in how computers connect and how to keep digital information safe, this pathway is a great fit. They’ll explore careers in network support, cybersecurity, and system administration.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?¹
Career opportunities in this field include:
- Video game tester
- Game designer
- Programmer
- User support specialist
- Tech support specialist
- Tester
- Computer network architect
- Computer support specialist
- Computer systems analyst
- Network administrator
- Web developer
- User support specialist
- Network support specialist
- Level 1 security analyst
- Tech support specialist
- Computer systems admin
- Network systems admin
- Network technician
- Cybersecurity analyst
¹Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my student’s future look like in this career field?²
²Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- IT Specialist: JavaScript
- IT Specialist: Python
- IT Specialist: Software Developer
- Unity Certified Associate
- Unity Certified User: Programmer