IT support courses can help you learn troubleshooting techniques, network configuration, customer service skills, and system administration basics. You can build expertise in software installation, hardware maintenance, and cybersecurity practices. Many courses introduce tools like ticketing systems, remote desktop applications, and network monitoring software, showing how these skills are applied in real-world IT environments.
Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Linux, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Cloud Storage, Linux Commands, Software-Defined Networking, User Accounts, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Threat Modeling, Cloud Services, Data Infrastructure
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Project Schedules, Budget Management, Project Scoping, Project Performance, Procurement, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Management, Change Control, Project Management Software, Vendor Management, Project Management Life Cycle, IT Infrastructure, Software Development Life Cycle, Change Management, Risk Management, Communication Strategies, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Problem Management, Incident Management, IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Release Management, Service Management, Change Management, Information Technology Operations, Information Technology, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, IT Management, Operational Efficiency, Automation, Workflow Management, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Professional Development, Desktop Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, IT Infrastructure, File Systems, OSI Models, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Data Security, Linux, Encryption, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Information Technology
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Software Installation, System Configuration, Data Management, Computer Hardware, Data Security, Data Storage, Microsoft Windows, Firewall, Disaster Recovery, Encryption, Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Technical Support, Lifelong Learning, Desktop Support, Willingness To Learn, Product Support, End User Training and Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Active Listening, Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Interpersonal Communications, Open Mindset, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Security, Package and Software Management, IT Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Information Systems Security, Systems Administration, Microsoft Windows, Technical Support and Services, Cybersecurity, OSI Models, Encryption, Technical Support, Network Troubleshooting, Disaster Recovery, Operating Systems, TCP/IP, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Computer Hardware, Software Installation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Containerization, Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Linux, Docker (Software), Shell Script, Ansible, Unix Shell, Kubernetes, Configuration Management, Application Deployment, Servers, Systems Administration, Software Configuration Management, System Configuration, Data Storage Technologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apple Service Certification, Apple software proficiency, Apple Hardware proficiency, Apple iOS, Desktop Support, Mac OS, Mobile Security, Network Support, iOS Development, Mobile Development Tools, System Support, Enterprise Application Management, Hardware Troubleshooting, General Networking, System Configuration, Debugging, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Information Privacy, Test Tools
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Ubuntu, Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Operating System Administration, File Management, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Installation, System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apple software proficiency, Mac OS, User Accounts, System Support, Software Installation, Apple Hardware proficiency, File Management, Operating System Administration, System Configuration, General Networking, Data Storage, Data Management, Computer Networking, Data Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months