Become a skilled IT professional with Herzing
| Accreditation | Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
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| Transfer credit | Up to 90 approved credits into a bachelor's degree program |
| Format | 100% online classes you can take right at home |
| Certifications | Prepare for key industry certifications: CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+—we pay for your exam prep and first exam attempts! |
| Pathways | Earn dual credit towards a Master of Science in Computer Science or Master of Science in Cybersecurity |
| QuickPaths | Transfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University |
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Overview: Online Information Technology (IT) Programs
The IT degree options include certificate, associate degree, and bachelor's degree programs which prepare you for a variety of careers in the field of information technology. The online degree programs provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills in computer networks, database concepts, network security, network infrastructure, and much more.
Career-focused curriculum
Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.
Flexible schedule
We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Virtual services
Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
Pathways
Follow your career pathway with Herzing
- Program length: 8 months
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- Credential earned: Certificate in Information Technology
- Program length: 16 months
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- Credential earned: Associate of Science in Information Technology
- Program length: 32 months
- Classes: View the curriculum
- Credential earned: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Is an MBA in your future?
Students enrolled in Herzing University's IT or Network Management bachelor's degree programs could earn up to 12 credits towards their Herzing MBA, thereby saving both time and money.
A career in information technology could be right for you if you:
- Enjoy working with computers
- Can work well in a wide range of environments
- Find technical problem-solving very satisfying
- Are better at thinking, organizing and understanding than persuading
- Work well alone and in a team
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IT and Computer Networking Careers
As technology continues to advance, more skilled IT professionals will be needed to install, maintain, manage, repair and secure complex computer network systems. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of computer and Information Technology occupations is expected to increase by 12 percent from through 2024.
IT professionals work in a variety of environments including professional offices, small businesses, government organizations, and large corporations, and may hold many different titles. Entry-level professionals typically work behind the scenes. After gaining experience and expertise, they can advance to more senior-level work
While there is no universally accepted way to prepare for a job in IT, most employers place a premium on some formal college education. At Herzing, you can align your education to your career goals. A 2-year degree is a prerequisite for many entry-level jobs, while a bachelor’s degree is required for others. To get into management and advance, many employers require a master’s degree.
What are potential Information Technology job titles?
Prospective entry-level IT job position titles include network and computer administrators, help desk technicians, IT support specialist, computer and information systems managers, systems analyst and network architect.
How do I advance in my IT career?
Advancing your information technology career depends on the actual career path you choose –such as computer networking, management or security. Some IT degree graduates move up in their career field simply by gaining on-the-job experience, while others who see themselves as a manager, analyst or IT security professional will need to earn a bachelor’s degree and potentially a master’s degree. For most Information Technology professionals, adding industry credentials throughout your career is beneficial to remaining relevant.
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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
On Campus OnlineThis program prepares students for a broad range of positions in the field of information technology. Foundational skills taught include end-user support, client/server operating systems, network infrastructure administration, security, scripting, database fundamentals, cloud computing, virtualization, data storage and technical communication. Advanced skills include database design, project management, information technology management and business systems analysis. Coursework in this program provides a foundation for select industry certifications. These certifications enhance employment opportunities but are not a state specific requirement.
Students will have an opportunity to complete their studies through a selection of elective coursework that deepens their understanding of general information technology concepts.
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology
On Campus OnlineThis program prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of information technology. Skills taught include end-user support, client/ server operating systems, network infrastructure administration, security, scripting, database fundamentals, and technical communication. Coursework in this program provides a foundation for select industry certifications. These certifications enhance employment opportunities but are not a state specific requirement. Graduates of this program may continue on into a bachelor's degree in information technology.
Certificate in Information Technology
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The Student Experience at Herzing
With Herzing, I didn't have to go through the runaround that was involved with the four-year colleges, and the curriculum was more specific to what I wanted to learn.
Stephen Fichter
Technology Student | Madison CampusHerzing’s technology program made it possible for me to develop the professional skills I needed to succeed as a Windows System Engineer at Cerner, one of the top IT healthcare companies in the world.
Ronald Crayton
Technology Student | Atlanta CampusHerzing’s technology program made it possible for me to develop the professional skills I needed to succeed as a Windows System Engineer at Cerner, one of the top IT healthcare companies in the world.
Ronald Crayton
Technology Student | Atlanta Campus"My education has helped me in numerous ways, both in my professional career and in my personal life."
Josh Colvin
Technology Student | Madison CampusI found Herzing University’s IT program to be unique because we actually worked with many of the systems we were learning about in class and practiced with the different equipment we had, like the routers and the switches.
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Accreditation & Disclosures
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2023 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.
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