Part-Time IT Support Training

There will be 20-40 hours of weekly learning activities, including part-time requirements, 3 hours of daily (M-TH), instructor-led technical training, and 3 hours of weekly (Friday) live professional development lectures that all learners must participate in. 

• Technical Training – part-time weekly lessons you can complete on your own time will include reading, hands-on labs, videos from industry experts, and other assignments. Additionally, each week, learners will be required to complete 3 hours of weekly (M-TH) technical training with a Per Scholas instructor. This will be done live with the option to ask questions in a virtual classroom setting. 
• Professional Development – 3 hours per week (Friday) of live, instructor-led training is required for Professional Development. This requirement ensures learners are set up for success to prepare for placement post-training.

In order for National Remote learners to be able to adequately access all course materials, learners’ devices must minimally meet the below specifications. Due to limited National inventory for our National Remote Training Courses, applicants must have uninterrupted access to tech equipment that meets the minimum:

• Regular internet access with Speed of 20/mbps+
• A desktop or laptop with the following:
  • Operating Systems:
    • Windows 10 / 11 is accepted in all courses
    • Mac OS version 10.15-11 is compatible only for our Java and Software Engineering courses
  • Hardware Specifications:
    • CPU must be at least either:
      • Intel i5 quad-core
        • Intel i3 is compatible only for our Java and Software Engineering courses
      • AMD Ryzen 5 or equivalent
    • RAM must be at least 8 GB

A wide variety: everything from working in an office supporting other computer users to helping manage a global corporate network or becoming a field technician installing and servicing remote locations.

They all fall into the general categories of IT infrastructure management and desktop support.

Infrastructure management involves keeping computer systems running smoothly and securely at all times.

Desktop support means helping other people—whether customers or employees—use computer systems and software effectively.

Starting salaries vary greatly, but the average is about $30,000 per year.

*Remote entry-level roles are difficult to obtain. Regardless of your learning environment, if you do not have more than two years of tech professional experience, be prepared to seek on-premise roles.

*Please note for graduates with less than two years of existing tech professional experience, while you’ll be on the path to your mid-level position, your first role after the training will generally be an entry-level tech support role in order to get the experience needed to advance into beyond entry-level positions.

Most people who learn about us think: “Too good to be true.” We know it seems that way, but it’s true. Our services are provided at no cost to you, using funds we raise from foundations, corporations, government and generous individuals.

The costs you can prepare for include transportation or childcare—expenses that take care of you so you can focus on your studies.

By the end of 2025, every learner will complete a standardized AI module covering key concepts, prompting, and real-world applications.

The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is an association that represents the international technology community. We have partnered with its Creating IT Futures Foundation to create the IT-Ready Network and open new training sites around the country.

The instruction we provide prepares you for the testing services offered by CompTIA. A CompTIA certificate gives employers proof that you have mastered a particular set of IT skills.

You will prepare to earn the CompTIA A+ certification. As a Per Scholas graduate, you may also have access to advanced certifications, like the Security+ certification and others.

As a state-licensed training provider focused on providing technical training, we are subject to state-specific education licensing requirements.  As we expand our National Remote training to all 50 states, there are some states we are not yet able to train learners from. Since you currently reside in one of these states, we are unable to include you in training opportunities with Per Scholas at this time.

Yes, Per Scholas learners must meet the pre-training income policy requirements. View our Learner Pre-Training Income Policy here.

Depending on the campus and course, Per Scholas training is approved for people receiving unemployment, as well as other benefits that would ordinarily require them to spend time working or looking for work. If you have questions or concerns about your situation, please contact admissions.

Unfortunately, we cannot process your application until you have received clearance to work in the U.S. However, if you are experiencing problems, we may be able to refer you to other organizations that may be able to help.

We comply fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other relevant laws and regulations. Please contact accommodations@perscholas.org to discuss your specific situation and needs.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. See our full EEO statement here.