Information Technology AS/AAS Degree & Certificate Programs
Give me I.T. Professionals or give me Death!
Small and large firms across all industries are expanding or developing
computer systems, creating an immediate need for computer support
specialists and systems administrators.
Just imagine if today's information technology had existed during
the time of the Revolutionary War -- Paul Revere could have simply
sent the townsfolk an email or text message to let them know the
British were coming. Yes, modern technology has certainly revolutionized
our world. Things like IM's and iPods are inventions most of us
couldn't have imagined twenty years ago and couldn't live without
today. Which is why IT professionals are in such
high demand.
In fact, according to the Occupational Handbook, here in
Central Florida, eight of the top 100 occupations gaining the most
new jobs through 2013 are in computer-related services.
And it's no wonder: these days, every company in every industry
depends on IT professionals in one way or another
-- to stay in touch with customers, fulfill orders, manage finances
and in fact, to stay efficient in every area from marketing to management.
Which is why companies are always on the lookout for individuals
with the skills to keep their IT infrastructures
humming along. Now, doesn't that sound like a profession you'd like
to be part of?
Job Outlook:
Metro Orlando is home to more than 4,800 high-tech companies
employing over 70,000 people.
Employment growth will be driven by the increasing reliance
of businesses on information technology and the continuing importance
of maintaining system and network security.
Programmers are employed in almost every industry, but the largest
concentration is in computer systems design and related services.
Large numbers of programmers also work for telecommunications
companies, software publishers, financial institutions, insurance
carriers and government agencies.
Employment in computer systems design and related services will
grow by 39.5 percent and add almost one-fourth of all new jobs
in professional, scientific and technical services.
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