Software Applications Specialist Pathway | VHCC

Program Pathway | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Software Applications Specialist Career Studies Certificate

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Software Applications Specialist Career Studies Certificate

Software Applications Specialists are needed in all sectors of industry that use software systems. They may alter existing software, install new software and troubleshoot any problems related to performance of computer systems. This pathway is designed to give students a fundamental perspective of the software used to help business and office managers perform daily tasks of the organization.

Program Length 1/2 Year (1 semester) Career Opportunities Office manager, office assistant, software support specialist

Is this Pathway for you? Yes, if you would like to work in an office environment providing support efforts for an organization’s day to day tasks.

Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll

save $10K to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.

With an extensive career in the education field, Tamara Lasley understands the needs of the student and aims to provide a classroom environment in which learning is priority. She brings a wealth of Microsoft industry certifications to her classroom expertise.

Tamara Lasley

Program Coordinator LRC 215 tlasley@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2503

YOUR PROGRAM PATHWAY | 1 Semester

First Semester (Fall) Information Literacy or 3 ITE 119 or

Intro. to Digital & Info. Literacy & Computer Applications ITE 152 AST 141 Word Processing I 3 ITE 140 Spreadsheeting for Business 3 ITE 182 User Support/Help Desk Principles 3 ITE 150 Desktop Database Software 4 TOTAL CREDITS 16

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The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!

Career Services & Job Opportunities!

Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.

17:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

80+

Programs of Study

84%

of Students Get Financial Aid

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