What you learn

Our up-to-date, cutting edge IT curriculum — developed by IT professionals and coders themselves — is designed to give Centriq grads the technology or coding job skills that are in demand today.

The IT skills you learn at Centriq prepare you for a career in technology. While there are many different job roles in IT, they can generally be divided into a cybersecurity role or a developer (coding) role. Regardless of which path you choose, our programs train you on the most current technologies employers are using because – unlike four year schools – we can quickly adapt our curriculum to match changes in the job market.

Cloud & Security Specialist Program

Our cloud and cybersecurity training is designed to get you experience in supporting various aspects of modern computer networks. This includes ticketing management using ConnectWise, computer hardware and software, and networking concepts and devices. Gain foundational knowledge on core cloud computing concepts and providers including Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services with access to official courseware for their respective entry-level cert.

You then transition into the exciting world of cybersecurity where you train for your CompTIA Security+ certification and gain an understanding of foundational principles for securing networks and network devices utilizing Wireshark, Kali Linux, and other security toolsets. We also introduce the use of generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and best practices for leveraging them to assist with learning new concepts. A selection of ChatGPT prompts will be provided to demonstrate how generative AI can be used to assist with the creation of relational database schemas, generation of mock data, and review of key concepts related to database structures and management.

Some of the technologies you'll learn in the Cloud & Security Specialist Program:

Microsoft’s identity and authentication platform utilized by companies of all sizes in all industries. It allows centralized management of users and computers and secures access to network resources among many other features.

Windows PowerShell is a task automation and configuration management framework from Microsoft, consisting of a command-line shell and associated scripting language built on the .NET Framework.

A network analysis tool that allows you to capture and read network traffic. This information can help find and patch vulnerabilities in a network before a hacker can exploit them.

Microsoft Hyper-V is utilized to host multiple virtual machines running Windows server and client operating systems as well as Linux distributions.

The Structure Query Language is used to access and manipulate various databases. Understanding the language is the start to securing one of a hacker’s biggest targets.

CompTIA Security+ certification demonstrates the ability to implement, monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure, application, information and operational network security.

The Kali Linux open-source operating system is a freely distributed, cross-platform operating system based on Unix that is purpose built for security professionals. It uses many applications for network security and vulnerability testing.

Microsoft 365 is a product family of productivity software, collaboration and cloud-based services widely used across all industries. These products include the traditional Microsoft Office suite as well as Teams, the leader in business collaboration software.

Microsoft’s identity and authentication platform utilized by companies of all sizes in all industries. It allows centralized management of users and computers and secures access to network resources among many other features.
Windows PowerShell is a task automation and configuration management framework from Microsoft, consisting of a command-line shell and associated scripting language built on the .NET Framework.
A network analysis tool that allows you to capture and read network traffic. This information can help find and patch vulnerabilities in a network before a hacker can exploit them.
Microsoft Hyper-V is utilized to host multiple virtual machines running Windows server and client operating systems as well as Linux distributions.
The Structure Query Language is used to access and manipulate various databases. Understanding the language is the start to securing one of a hacker’s biggest targets.
CompTIA Security+ certification demonstrates the ability to implement, monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure, application, information and operational network security.
The Kali Linux open-source operating system is a freely distributed, cross-platform operating system based on Unix that is purpose built for security professionals. It uses many applications for network security and vulnerability testing.
Microsoft 365 is a product family of productivity software, collaboration and cloud-based services widely used across all industries. These products include the traditional Microsoft Office suite as well as Teams, the leader in business collaboration software.

Full Stack Coding Program

We base our Full Stack Coding training primarily on Microsoft’s enterprise .NET C# (Visual Studio) development platform, which a majority of employers use. However, just as the technology workplace evolves and uses newer open source coding tools, we also provide you with exposure to these technologies. Additionally, students will be provided with a curated prompt for use with AI chatbots, which simulates a mentoring session between the student and a senior C# developer. This not only provides students with additional exposure to the capabilities of these technologies, but also serves as a dynamic and engaging method for students to practice debugging and reinforce important C# concepts.

Some of the technologies you'll learn in the Full Stack Coding Program:

Microsoft .NET C# is the primary framework and coding language that support web and application development in most enterprise organizations.

Bootstrap – an open-source collection of tools for creating websites and web applications – is the most popular HTML, CSS, and JS framework for developing responsive, mobile first projects on the web.

JavaScript is a dynamic computer programming language most commonly used as part of Web browsers, whose implementations allow client-side scripts to interact with the user and control the browser

HTML5 & CSS3 are two of the core technologies for building Web pages. HTML5 provides the structure of the page, CSS the (visual and aural) layout, for a variety of devices.

ReactJS is a JavaScript library used to create UIs for web and mobile applications by utilizing components.

Microsoft .NET

Microsoft ASP .NET MVC framework is an open source web application framework that implements the mode-view-controller (MVC) pattern.

Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL are used to store and access data as requested by other software applications or via SQL Server Management Studio.

jQuery is a cross-platform JavaScript library designed to simplify the client-side scripting of HTML.

Microsoft .NET C# is the primary framework and coding language that support web and application development in most enterprise organizations.
Bootstrap – an open-source collection of tools for creating websites and web applications – is the most popular HTML, CSS, and JS framework for developing responsive, mobile first projects on the web.
JavaScript is a dynamic computer programming language most commonly used as part of Web browsers, whose implementations allow client-side scripts to interact with the user and control the browser
HTML5 & CSS3 are two of the core technologies for building Web pages. HTML5 provides the structure of the page, CSS the (visual and aural) layout, for a variety of devices.
ReactJS is a JavaScript library used to create UIs for web and mobile applications by utilizing components.
Microsoft .NET
Microsoft ASP .NET MVC framework is an open source web application framework that implements the mode-view-controller (MVC) pattern.
Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL are used to store and access data as requested by other software applications or via SQL Server Management Studio.
jQuery is a cross-platform JavaScript library designed to simplify the client-side scripting of HTML.

Professional Development

In addition to technical skills, we also provide students with several opportunities to grow as professionals. We understand that employers are looking for candidates with the communication and problem-solving skills that are highly sought in the IT industry. Centriq’s IT Career Program also teaches other important “soft skills” like reliability, self-motivation, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, etc. With our Badging Program, employers can verify that our students have achieved their technical and professional development goals throughout their enrollment.

Which IT program is right for you?

Both the Cloud & Security Specialist Program and the Full Stack Coding Program offer solid job and career opportunities. But each of these advanced jobs requires experience and training. The good news is you don’t have to choose which advanced area you want to specialize in at the beginning. All you have to do is determine whether you’re best suited to be in cybersecurity or a coder. Fortunately, Centriq has a free Career Evaluation Tool to help you determine which path is best suited for your IT career.

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st. louis

(314) 644-6400

Online

(877) 253-3331

In 2022, 226 students enrolled in the 12 week Cloud and Security Specialist Program. 204 students (90%) completed the program; 4 students (2%) withdrew; and 18 students (8%) went on leave.

In 2022, 87 students enrolled in the 14 week Full Stack Coding Program. 63 students (73%) completed the program; 3 students (3%) withdrew; and 21 students (24%) went on leave.

In 2022, 103 students enrolled in the 8 week IT Support Boot Camp. 89 students (86%) completed the program; 2 students (2%) withdrew; and 12 students (12%) went on leave.

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If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our campus calendars.
CSSP-I: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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Feb 13, 2023
Mar 19, 2023
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3/20/23-3/24/23
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Nov 27, 2023
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12/25/23-12/29/23
1/29/24-2/2/24
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If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our online instructor-led calendar.
CSSP-I: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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Jan 16, 2023
Apr 21, 2023
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3/20/23-3/24/23
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Jan 23, 2023
Jul 27, 2023
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4/3/23-4/7/23
5/22/23-5/26/23
7/3/23-7/7/23
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Feb 27, 2023
Jun 2, 2023
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Nov 10, 2023
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9/4/23-9/8/23
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Dec 15, 2023
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10/16/23-10/20/23
11/20/23-11/24/23
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Oct 23, 2023
Jan 26, 2024
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11/20/23-11/24/23
12/25/23-12/29/23
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Oct 30, 2023
May 2, 2024
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11/20/23-11/23/23
12/25/23-12/28/23
3/4/24-3/7/24
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Dec 4, 2023
Mar 8, 2024
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12/25/23-12/29/23
2/5/24-2/9/24
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If you don't see the Cohort Start date you are looking for don't forget to check out our online instructor-led calendar.
CSSP-I: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (In-Person Modality)
CSSP-V: Cloud & Security Specialist Program (Live Virtual Modality)
FSCP-I: Full Stack Coding Program (In-Person Modality)
FSCP-V: Full Stack Coding Program (Live Virtual Modality)
Please note that Centriq will be closed on the following observed holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.