What are The Different Types of Training Programs for IT Employees?

IT Training Programs are an excellent choice to help advance any employee’s career or enhance an internal team’s ability to support IT infrastructure.

IT programs cover a wide range of fields including - programming, hardware courses, software applications, design, AIs, databases, networking, etc. If you are considering enrolling your employees Information Technology courses, then the following are some of the best programs you can opt for.

CompTIA A+ Technician

An entry level program, however, the CompTIA A+ Technician Certification is essential for jump-starting your IT career. The program equips you with the necessary knowledge to handle the maintenance of printers, PCs, laptops, mobile devices among other things. This program adds valuable aptitudes to your resume (Helpdesk Technician, Desktop support technician, and in-home support specialist).

The Microsoft Certified Technology Associate (MTA)

This training program allows you to successfully install, troubleshoot, and debug any particular Microsoft technology (i.e. Microsoft Exchange Server, Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Visual Studio among other things). The Microsoft Certified Technology Associate (MTA) Certification is a globally recognized program that enables you to operate specific technologies and usually is a first step towards the professional- level certifications.

Network +

Network+ is a globally recognized program that enables you to design, troubleshoot, and manage wireless and wired networks. You will gain extensive knowledge in the configuration of various wireless and wired networks devices among other emerging technologies.

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification

A Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification validates the ability to install, operate, configure, and troubleshoot any medium-size routed and switched networks- this includes verification and implementation of connections to remote nodes to a WAN. CCNA program includes basic mitigation of security issues, an introduction to wireless network terminology and concepts as well as performance-based skills. It includes (but not limited to) the use of protocols: EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol), IP, Frame Relay, Serial line interface Protocol, ACLs, RIPv2, etc.

Microsoft Certified Professional

Microsoft Certified Professional certification validates that you have a comprehensive set of aptitudes to perform a particular job role, like enterprise messaging administrator or a database administrator.

Project Management Professional (PMP)

PMP is one of the most important industry- recognized certification for project managers. It is recognized globally and is on high demand. Enrolling in the PMP program demonstrates that you have the education, experience, and competency to elaborately lead and direct projects. According to the PMI Salary surveys, a PMP certification will increase your salary up to 10 % more than your non- credentialed peers.

Certified Ethical Hacker (EHC) Certification

The Certified Ethical Hacker (EHC) Certification program certifies you if you are in the network security discipline of Ethical Hacking from a vendor- neutral perspective. As a Certified Ethical Hacker, you will consult auditors, security officers, site administrators, and anyone who is interested in the integrity of their network infrastructure. Your role will be identifying the vulnerabilities and weaknesses in target systems and use the available tools to prevent a malicious attack.


To assist you in your quest to propel employees' careers and productivity, Infotec IT and leadership training (a leader in IT training) offers you over 250 courses which include the ones mentioned above to help unlock your employees' professional potential. To learn more about these certifications, contact Infotec both in person or chat online.

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