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Information Technology Training Program Help Desk Support Associate | Computer Service Technician

WWRC’s Information Technology (IT) Training Program currently offers two (2) career pathways:

A student may complete one (1) Career Pathway or two (2) Career Pathways, if demonstrating proper competency per the Vocational Skills Records (VSR’s) on each Career Pathway.

Each Training Program curriculum and expected knowledge, skills, and abilities are developed in partnership with a designated Occupational Advisory Committee.

For more information, please see Vocational Training Policies and Procedures.

Information Technology (IT) Training Program

Training Program Description: WWRC's Information Technology (IT) Training Program is an approved program by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).

By completing core assessment tasks prior to enrolling in any career pathway within the IT Training Program, all newly enrolled students gain an introductory knowledge of computer concepts, information technology (IT) software, basic math skills, customer service skills, data entry skills, and English written and verbal comprehension skills.

Students enrolled in the IT Training Program are given the opportunity to obtain a basic Customer Service workplace certification as well as to sit for the CompTIA 900-series A+ exam (a few students may earn Net+). Students are also given the opportunity to attain the Virginia Career Readiness Certificate.

At the completion of the training program, graduates are competent in the following:

  • 5 Windows Operating Systems (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10)
  • Linux and Mac Operating Systems
  • Mobile Operating Systems, including Apple iOS and Android
  • Diagnosis and repair of laptop and desktop PCs
  • Repair of Smart Phones and Tablets
  • Remote Desktop Support and Repair
  • Troubleshoot and Repair of network issues
  • Repair of Smart TVs and 3D Printers


Help Desk Support Associate

Vocational Skills Record Click Here
O*Net Code 15-232.00
Program Length 465 clock hours (1 Semester)
Prerequisites:
  • Meet WWRC admission criteria
  • Completion or demonstrated mastery of IT core assessment skills is required for full enrollment.
Completion Requirements: A student must demonstrate mastery of a minimum 80% of core competencies, as documented on the Vocational Skills Record to be eligible for graduation.
Employment Settings: Graduates of the IT training program acquire the skills and knowledge for employment in entry-level computer support specialist positions in business, industry, and government agencies, with Job Titles including: IT Specialist, Help Desk Analyst, Computer Technician, and Desktop Support Technician.

Computer Service Technician

Vocational Skills Record Click Here
O*Net Code 49-2011.00
Program Length 785 clock hours (125.6 training days/6.28 months) (2 Semesters, plus Summer Term)
Prerequisites:
  • Meet WWRC admission criteria
  • Completion or demonstrated mastery of IT core assessment skills is required for full enrollment.
Completion Requirements: A student must demonstrate mastery of a minimum 80% of core competencies, as documented on the Vocational Skills Record to be eligible for graduation.
Employment Settings: Graduates of the IT Training Program acquire the skills and knowledge for employment in entry-level computer support specialist positions in business, industry, and government agencies, with Job Titles including: IT Specialist, Help Desk Analyst, Computer Technician, and Desktop Support Technician.

Contact Information

Email: Vocational Training (VocationalTrainingInfo@wwrc.virginia.gov)

Phone: 800-345-9972, Ext. 7383 or 540-332-7232 | TTY 800-811-7893



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