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Centriq‘s highly specialized IT training program is designed to get you into a career in IT in just a few months, all from the comfort of your home in Des Moines, IA.
Whether you’re living in Des Moines, IA or anywhere else, Centriq can provide you with holistic job preparation and training in in-demand skills that will give you the edge when building your new career. We’ve made it our mission to develop an online IT training program that gets you ready for a career in tech in just a few months, without leaving the Hawkeye State, while teaching you the skills you need to succeed by getting you direct, hands-on experience in the areas you’ll need to land a position.
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Centriq’s Cybersecurity Specialist Program teaches the skills needed for a successful career in networking. You’ll gain experience in supporting various aspects of modern computer networks. This includes computer hardware and software, networking concepts and devices, as well as Microsoft’s Active Directory domain and Azure cloud computing platforms. 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.
We focus directly on the skills you need to get a job. Even if you have no IT experience at all, our classes are designed to help you explore IT specialties, gain unique hands-on experience, and build a resume of skills that will set you apart from other candidates. Our curriculum is developed with input from over 1,500 hiring companies too, so we know exactly what skills will set you apart in the job market.
There’s more to our program than just classes and experience. We focus on everything from soft skills to certifications. After you’ve finished training, our Career Services team will continue to help you on your journey with holistic job preparation and job search support. On top of that, Centriq’s accelerated skills program is made to help you gain all these skills in just a few months, when a normal Associate’s degree program would require 2 years. No need to sign up for classes at the local universities when you can enroll in Centriq’s program.
We care about what our students have to say. That's why we diligently survey each of our graduates to ensure their experiences shape our commitment to excellence in IT education.
Our graduates' rating of 9.6/10 underscores why they proudly advocate for us among friends and family.
With 4.5/5 stars, our graduates consistently rate Centriq’s overall student experience as excellent.
You don't need a degree for a career in IT. Our IT training programs give you the certifications and skills needed to start your IT career without all the extra unnecessary courses.
Apply the skills you learned in the military toward a fulfilling civilian career. We provide dedicated VA student support to maximizing your benefits. Our accelerated program is 100% GI Bill® eligible.
Get out of your job and into a fulfilling career. You don't need to wait years to start over. We'll help you transition into an IT career with growth even if you have no previous experience in tech.
If you’re in Des Moines, IA and looking for a career shift into tech, you’ve come to the right place. Our online training program is live and accessible from anywhere, allowing you to learn, practice, and grow with the instructors and classmates you interact with every day. The tech world is moving more towards remote, skills-based work every day, and we’ve developed the perfect online program to prepare you.
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