IT courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, database management, networking fundamentals, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system administration, and software development methodologies. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database queries, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, showing how these skills are applied in real-world IT environments.

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Threat Management, Vulnerability Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Bash (Scripting Language), Debugging, Linux, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming, SQL
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Team Motivation, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, System Configuration, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Data Security, Test Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Help Desk Support, Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Support, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting, Issue Tracking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, User Story, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, DevOps, Kanban Principles, Software Design, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Risk Management, Leadership, Communication
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Desktop Support, Generative AI, End User Training and Support, System Support, Prompt Engineering Tools, Technical Support, Product Support, ChatGPT, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Auditing, Compliance Auditing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Milestones (Project Management), Project Schedules, Risk Management, Cost Management, Budgeting, Estimation, Procurement, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Technical Communication, Technical Support, Network Administration, Technical Documentation, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support, Problem Management, Network Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Technical Support, Desktop Support, Service Level, Help Desk Support, Customer Service, System Support, End User Training and Support, Remote Access Systems, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Systems Analysis, AI Workflows, Business Analysis, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Analysis, Real Time Data, Software Architecture, Consulting, AI Personalization, Systems Thinking, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Consulting
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Information Technology, Health Information Management, Issue Tracking, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks