Computer Support Technician
Earn your Associate Degree in Computer Support Technician *ndash; at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College.
Computers are at work, school, home, and just about everywhere else. But who supports the computers and computing systems to ensure they run smoothly and any issues are resolved? That's the job of a computer support technician.
The Computer Support Technician diploma program at Penn Foster Career School can teach you to maintain, troubleshoot and install software and hardware. You can also learn how to advise and teach computer users about proper computer maintenance.
Coursework includes:
- Introduction to PC Repair
- Operating Systems
- Troubleshooting
- PC Hardware 1 and 2
- Customer Service
- And more!
The program itself was designed by IT professionals to teach important fundamentals, develop essential technical skills and enrich students' analytical abilities.
Upon completion of the Computer Support Technician diploma program, students should have the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue entry-level positions with companies that support and service computing systems, vendors of hardware and software, and help-desk service firms.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for a computer support technician is around $43,000 per year. With on-the-job experience, technicians can earn $70,000 a year.*
If you're ready to enjoy a respected, valued career as a computer support technician, look to Penn Foster Career School for your career education and training.
Learn more by contacting us today.
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* Growth figures represent a ten-year period ending 2018. Source: "National Industry-Occupation Employment Matrix," a publication of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.