Computer & Information Technology

Program yourself into a new career, with several different options! From learning how to do computer networking to becoming a cybersecurity wizard, our computer and information technology courses will help land you a skilled job in a growing field.

Computers run the world, but as we all know, they often need to be repaired by humans. Jobs in coding, networking and systems administration are needed in all industries where computer technology is used. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in Information Technology are growing well above average rates of all other occupations, with 11% growth expected from 2019 to 2029. These are jobs that pay well — for example, the average salary for an IT technician is $64,583 in Texas. Not too shabby!

Computer And Information ProgrammingMan
by the numbers by the numbers
11%
Projected growth
2019-2029
531,200
Projected
new jobs
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Cybersecurity
Train to use cyber security tools, analyze security events, and implement security measures.
Computer Networking & Systems Administration
Increasing bandwidth is just part of your job. You have a whole network that relies on you.
Computer Programming Technology
The Computer Programming Technology program is 100% ONLINE!
Digital Media Design
Warning: This page contains graphic information that may be suitable for your career.
Business Management Technology
You're all about numbers and organization. You're a special breed, indeed.
Drafting & Design
The world is a blueprint. Leave your mark.
Workforce Training
TSTC Workforce Training offers non-credit courses for those who want to update their skills without enrolling in traditional college classes.
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Patient Care Technician
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Dental Assistant
Online
100 Hours
$2,595
Abilene
Cindy Brunett 325-734-3658
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FAST Trac Airframe and Power Plant
In-person
14 weeks
Abilene
Cindy Brunett 325-734-3659
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HDI Desktop Support Technician (HDI-DST)
Online
accelerated.training@tstc.edu
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CompTIA A+
Online
accelerated.training@tstc.edu
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Phlebotomy technician
Certification
Online
245 Hours
$1,200
Harlingen
Rosie Martinez 956-364-4615
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Our Career Services team takes your future seriously. We work diligently to connect our highly skilled students and alumni to our ever-growing network of companies across the state. That’s why Texas State Technical College boasts such a high job placement rate.

Our staff also provides comprehensive career planning services. We help with résumé and cover letter writing, job search, interviewing techniques, phone etiquette, and any other skill you need to land a great job. And with hireTSTC, our private online job board, students and grads have exclusive access to the best jobs in the state.

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Whether you’re a high school student, a full-time worker looking to make a career switch, or you took some time off from TSTC and are ready to come back, getting started is easy.

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