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A career in technology is fascinating and fulfilling. Growth is limitless, with endless ways to challenge yourself and advance your skills. And you'll get the chance to develop cutting-edge solutions that make a measurable impact.
Technology workers today:
- US Bureau Labor Statistics
- Morning Consult Pro
- Emolument.com
CIAT offers a unique spin on what has been traditionally expected of a four-year degree. CIAT students earn in-demand industry IT certifications with each set of technical courses and graduates complete their programs positioned to compete for top technology jobs in cybersecurity, software development, cloud administration, networking, data analytics, and more.
CIAT has teamed up with Edcor to support Edcor-affiliated employees (like UPS employees) in launching their IT careers. Employees looking to pursue an IT career can receive a 15% tuition discount on degree programs.
CIAT’s flexible, live online classes are perfect for working adults, with one-on-one tutoring, unlimited access to workshops and support, a unique unlimited certification exam policy, and a dedicated advisor who will help you discover your professional goals and funding options.
Build a strong foundation of hardware, software, networking, server and cloud administration skills to launch your IT career, then learn what it takes to detect, manage, and prevent cyber-attacks with advanced-level courses to specialize your career in the growing field of cybersecurity. Earn up to 16 industry certifications, including the most in-demand cybersecurity certifications, such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, Certified Ethical Hacker, and more. Build your confidence and learn career-ready, hands-on skills, with our unique at-home Build Your Own Computer and networking kits to complement your virtual class instruction and virtual labs.
Data collection and usage are on the rise, creating a growing demand for businesses to store, extract, and analyze information to run daily operations and stay ahead of their competition. In this 2-step career-focused degree path, learn how to manage data-centric project lifecycles, land the industry certifications to boost your resume, and receive personalized career support to help you transition into the field of data analytics. Build a competitive resume showcasing a strong foundation of technical skills, including Python, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI.
Rewarding careers in web, software, and mobile app development are experiencing a rise in job growth and earning potential. Choose between 3 concentration tracks - Data Analytics, Web Development, or Mobile App Development - to kickstart your tech career. Learn to design and build web, software, and mobile applications using the languages and platforms that serve as the backbone for small, midsize, and enterprise organizations.
Build a strong foundation of hardware, software, networking, and security skills to launch your IT career, then learn what it takes to deploy, maintain, and secure enterprise-level cloud based environments to specialize your career in the growing field of IT cloud administration. Earn up to 18 industry certifications, including the most in-demand cloud certifications, such as AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Security Engineer, and Google Cloud Engineer.
Whether you are new to the IT field or have been in it for a while, there’s plenty to love about being part of the networking world, from job growth opportunities to flexible working arrangements to the chance to help people solve problems every day. CIAT offers three different Certificate pathways for Networking – designed to fit the needs of students with a range of technical skillsets, prior academic background, and career goals. With stackable IT programs, students can start with a Certificate program and seamlessly transfer completed courses to earn credit towards an Associate or Bachelor’s degree.
CIAT’s custom designed curriculum positions certification exam preparation from industries including CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, Amazon, EC Council, IC2 and Google at the core of the learning experience to ensure students are well prepared meet employer demands.
No experience needed. Beginners welcome.
Bypass the general education requirements and enroll in an accelerated program and earn all the skills and certifications you need to advance in your career.
We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.
"If you're looking for a school that will help you achieve a dream job in IT, this is it! Their programs are awesome and the amount of certifications you obtain are unbelievable. Not only has this school help achieve more knowledge in the IT field but has put me in the right path for success in this type of industry. I thank you CIAT."
Student, Class of 2021
CIAT has been awarded top ranking status two years running in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Degree Programs, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”, evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment, and amongst "Best Trade Schools in San Diego" for 2023 by Expertise.com.
We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
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GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. CIAT is approved to offer VA benefits. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. *Students are encouraged to take certification exams while actively enrolled in their Certificate or Degree program. Unlimited certification exam attempts expire 180 days after graduation. The following are single attempt exams and are not eligible for a retake voucher: CEH, CISSP, and CCNP Enterprise. See certification exam policy for more details. Certifications or courses may change to address industry trends or improve quality. **Limited time offer: discount for students enrolled by June 30, 2024. To qualify, your employer tuition assistance must be used first. Flexible payment plans available.
