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Business & TechnologyGoogle IT Support Professional

The Google IT Support Professional Certificate provides you with the essential skills to succeed in entry-level IT support roles. Through hands-on training, you'll learn troubleshooting, customer service, networking basics, and security fundamentals, setting you up for a successful start in the IT industry.

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What Can You Do with a Google IT Support Professional Certificate?

With this certificate, you can provide technical assistance to users, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and support network operations. It prepares you for entry-level positions in IT support, helping organizations maintain their computer systems and resolve technical problems efficiently. This certification is a great stepping stone toward a rewarding career in technology.
The demand for IT support specialists is expected to grow significantly as organizations increasingly rely on technology. Graduates with the Google IT Support Certificate can qualify for roles such as help desk technician, IT support specialist, or technical support associate. This certification also provides a solid foundation for further certifications and career advancement in IT and cybersecurity.

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This one-course certificate includes instruction in computer concepts, customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration, and security. Entry-level career opportunities include IT specialist, desktop support specialist, help desk technician, and help desk analyst, industry certifications include a Google IT Support Professional Certificate badge and foundational knowledge leading to CompTIA A+.
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Jackie Dennis

Professor Emeritus
Email: jdennis@prairiestate.edu 

Brian Donovan

Professor, Department Chair
Email: bdonovan@prairiestate.edu 
Phone: (708)709-2959
Office: 2184

Nichelle Manuel

Associate Professor
Email: nmanuel2@prairiestate.edu 
Phone: (708)709-3649
Office: 2184

 

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