IT and Computer Training courses enable students to obtain skills needed to get jobs, earn industry certifications, or advance a current career—each in a short period of time.
Harford offers a wide range of training in the most commonly used business computer applications. We also offer multiple levels of stackable IT certifications and training. If you don't see what you're looking for, give us a call and see how we can help.
Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 11 percent from 2019 to 2029. These occupations are projected to add about 531,200 new jobs.*
Why get certified?
Certification makes you more competitive and employable. According to CompTIA, 91%
of hiring managers believe IT certifications are valuable in validating expertise—and the more you acquire, the more you're in demand.
Certification proves you have the skills and dedication important to employers.
If you're looking to build your resumé, gain access to entry-level jobs in high-demand fields, and/or advance your career, Harford's programs will get you started.
* US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
ENTRY LEVEL
CERTIFICATIONS
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL CERTIFICATIONS
ADVANCED LEVEL CERTIFICATIONS (available on demand)
Contact LearnIT@harford.edu to learn more about availability.
- CASP+
- CISSP
- CAP
Harford’s multi-level computer training courses allow you to enter the workforce or to step up your game and advance your current career.
MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE
Microsoft Office is used by more than 90% of the business community and Microsoft
Office skills rank 4th out of the top 20 required across all occupations. Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and
Word) is a tool used everyday but most only know the basics. Whether beginner or advanced, Harford offers entry-, intermediate- and advanced-level courses to expand your skill set.
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Office Specialist Associate Certification
Completing any three of the following certifications earns you the Microsoft Office
Associate Certification (MOS), a cumulative recognition of your knowledge in Microsoft
Office Suite.
- MO-100 Microsoft Word Associate
- MO-200 Microsoft Excel Associate
- MO-300 Microsoft PowerPoint Associate
- MO-400 Microsoft Outlook Associate
ADDITIONAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS OFFERED
- QuickBooks
- SharePoint
- Intro to Business Computing
Gain new personal and professional skills with two ways to learn through our ed2go partner. In our instructor-led courses, you study and interact with a cohort over a six-week schedule. Courses start monthly with twice-weekly lesson plans. For the independent learner, our self-paced career training courses provide access to all lessons immediately with up to twelve months to complete. Hundreds of classes are available.
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