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Computer Information Technology Associate in Science Degree (and Certificate Programs)
Set Yourself Up for a Great Career
Potential Careers
Information Technology encompasses many different jobs and
• Technical Support Analyst • Internet Technician • Help Desk Support Technician
requires people with diverse skills and interests. Do you like to
Potential Earnings
work with people or do hands-on technical support? Are you
For salary and wage information, visit: http://floridawages.com/
More than 80% of the region’s employers need staff who understand IT (that’s Information Technology). Computer
• • • •
Internet Security Specialist PC Support Technician Web Support Technician Security Administrator
interested in Internet support? High-tech companies have a continuing need for trained customer support specialists to staff the help desk, answering customer problem calls and providing timely assistance in solving technical problems. Valencia’s
Contacts Prospective Students: Contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu or call 407-582-1507.
Computer Information Technology Degree prepares you to become a technical support technician who will provide hands-on technical assistance such as computer repair and software installation, and computer security specialists who provide system support.
For a Jump Start on Your Career… Take the fast track to reaching your career goals with one of our certificate programs below. These certificate programs are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for immediate employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificate programs can be applied towards the A.S. degree. • Computer Information Technology Analyst - IT Security Specialization (27 credits) - IT Support Specialization (27 credits) • Computer Information Technology Specialist (18 credits)
Credit for Industry Certification/Licensure If you have earned a state approved industry certification, you may be eligible to receive credits toward your A.S. degree. For a listing of eligible industry certifications and A.S. degree programs, visit: valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/credit_alternative.cfm. Receive updates about the program and connect with other students at: facebook.com/ValenciaInformationTechnology ©2011 Valencia College ASP080211-02
Current Students: Mr. Dave Brunick Program Chair, East
East Campus: 407-582-2360 dbrunick@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Launa Sickler Career Program Advisor
East Campus:407-582-2504 lsickler@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Joan Alexander Program Chair, West
West Campus: 407-582-1542 jalexander@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Amy Love Career Program Advisor
West Campus: 407-582-1973 alove8@valenciacollege.edu
Mr. Ray Enger Program Chair, Osceola
Osceola Campus: 407-582-4118 renger@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Claudia Zequeira Career Program Advisor
Osceola Campus: 407-582-4172 czequeira@valenciacollege.edu
A.S. to Bachelor’s Degree Career Path… Did you know that all of Valencia’s A.S. degree programs will transfer into the Bachelor’s of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities? For more information about specific locations and requirements, visit: regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science/
Internship & Workforce Services If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please contact one of the individuals below: Vertrilla Hunt, East Campus: 407-582-2726 Carmen Diaz, West Campus: 407-582-1034 Matthew Abalos, Osceola Campus: 407-582-4196 For more information, visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship