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Career Cluster: Information TechnologyNebraska Career Education Model
Preparation for a Career in this Cluster Includes...
Information Technology careers in-volve the design, development, sup-port, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems inte-gration services. The IT industry is a dynam-ic and entrepreneurial working environment that has a revolutionary impact on the econo-my and society. IT education can be obtained in four-year colleges, two-year community colleges, technical colleges and institutes, and high schools.
Pathway DescriptionsInformation Support and Services careers include implement-ing computer systems and software, providing technical assistance, creating technical documentation, and managing information sys-tems.
Network Systems careers involve network analysis, planning, and im-plementation, including design, installation, maintenance, and manage-ment of network systems.
Programming and Software Development careers involve design-ing, implementing, and maintaining computer systems and software. Knowledge in computer operating systems, programming languages, and software development is essential.
Web and Digital Communications careers involve creating, design-ing, and producing interactive multimedia products and services, includ-ing development of digitally-generated or computer-enchanced media.
Nebraska Career Education CourseworkInformation Technology FundamentalsInformation Technology ApplicationsNetwork SystemsDatabase Design & DevelopmentProgrammingDigital MediaWeb Design & Development
Extended LearningMaintain a school websiteFuture Business Leaders of America (FBLA)SkillsUSAPrepare school multimedia/video projectsCreate a community web site or promotional videoHelp individuals use a computerSet up computers and install softwareCreate a webpage
Job shadow professionalsParticipate in internshipsSecure part-time employmentVolunteer in this career area
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Postsecondary Options: Information TechnologyStudents preparing for a career in the Information Technology Career Cluster have a variety of postsecondary options. Education and training can be obtained through on-the-job training, technical colleges, two-year community colleges, four-year colleges/universities, and apprenticeship programs. They can enter programs leading to a certificate or a degree at the associate, baccalaureate, or advanced degree level. The table below shows examples of postsecondary Information Technology programs of study organized by pathway.
High School DiplomaOn-the-Job Training
Certificate/License Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Master’s/DoctoralProfessional Degree
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Electronics Technology Information TechnologyMicrosoft Certified Database AdministratorMicrosoft Office SpecialistOracle Certified Professional
Cisco TrainingElectronics TechnologyInformation TechnologyMicrosoft Certified Systems Engineer CertificationCompTIA Network+ Certification
Information TechnologyComputer ProgrammingVendor/Product Certification
AnimationInformation TechnologyMultimediaCertified Professional WebmasterCompTIA I-Net+ Certification
Helpdesk/Microcomputer SupportInformation TechnologyComputer Information SystemsDatabase SystemsTechnical Support
Computer and Information SciencesComputer TechnologyElectronics TechnologyInformation TechnologyNetworking Technology
Computer ProgrammingComputer Programming TechnologyComputer TechnologyInformation Technology
Electronic ImagingInformation TechnologyInteractive MediaMedia ArtsWeb Development and Support
Computer Information SystemsManagement Information SystemsMass Communication/ Media StudiesWeb/Multimedia Management
Computer ScienceComputer EngineeringComputer Systems AnalysisManagement Information SystemsTelecommunications Management
Computer Information SystemsComputer ProgrammingComputer Software EngineeringComputer ScienceManagement Info Systems
Commercial ArtComputer and Information SciencesDesign and Visual CommunicationMultimedia Communications
Computer Information SystemsComputer ScienceManagement Information Systems
Computer ScienceComputer EngineeringInformation TechnologyTelecommunications Engineering
Computer ProgrammingComputer ScienceInformation Resources ManagementInformation TechnologySystem Administration
Computer Science
Bev NewtonCommunication and Information SystemsCareer Field Specialist
Nebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall SouthLincoln, NE 68509
Phone: 402-471-2451Email: [email protected]: www.education.ne.gov/CIS
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