The Certificate in Information Technology program is designed to give participants the knowledge, skills, and abilities to begin a career in an IT-related field.
The Certificate in Information Technology program is designed to give participants the knowledge, skills, and abilities to begin a career in an IT-related field. The certificate addresses the role of IT in organizations and the various technologies comprising the broader area of information technology, and their interworking.
A total of seven courses at the graduate level build strong foundation skills in core subject areas and develop analytical, critical, and creative thinking. Elective courses guide students into functional IT subjects, or allow a broader focus, affording students the ability to develop skills necessary to take on the many challenges present in this constantly evolving field.
Students who join the program should expect to acquire the core knowledge and skills needed to understand and assist in the development and management of IT systems.
Requirements
To receive the Certificate in Information Technology from Southern States University, students must successfully complete the four (4) required core courses and three (3) electives for a total of 26 credit hours, which is equivalent to 260 contact hours. Students must complete the requirements within a five (5) quarter period.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Demonstrate a good understanding of the role of IT in organizations and the various technologies comprising the broader area of information technology, and their interworking.
Demonstrate understanding of the information systems life–cycle.
Exhibit information systems project management skills.
Assist in the design a complete IT system with database, networking, and other technologies and tools comprising IT.
Have the skills necessary to obtain at least an entry-level job in an IT-related position within one year of graduation from the program.
Southern States University was first established over 30 years ago in Orange County, California and in 2005 was acquired by Tepper Technologies, Inc, an education-focused corporation, which also owns the International Academy of English. Since then, SSU has grown from less than 10 students in one location to close to 300 students studying in Degree and Certificate Programs at three campuses: in San Diego and Irvine, California and in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The quality, depth and breadth of our programs have been steadily improving year-by-year, as evidenced by SSU achieving national accreditation in August 2010, by the Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Our mission is to educate the leaders of tomorrow, while preparing them to develop and achieve their personal and professional goals.
Our Degree and Certificate Programs have been designed to train them to succeed in the world of business and information technology, and to develop tomorrow’s industry leaders. The University is authorized by the SEVP program to enroll international students (F1).
For many years, Southern States University has attracted international students to come and study at our campuses in California and Nevada. We are proud of having international students (F1) from all over the world. OPT is available in all programs. CPT is available in all degree programs.
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