Information Technology Cluster
This career cluster prepares for careers in Information Technology. These careers involve the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services. The IT industry is a dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment that has a revolutionary impact on the economy and society.
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Typical High School Classes
- Information Technology & Support
- PC Support and Maintenance
- Programming
- Network Systems
- Web Design
- Digital Design
- Cisco Certification Classes
Career & Technical Student Organizations
Get involved with these organizations that support Information Technology!
H3 Occupations & Average Entry Wage
Software Developers, Applications – $56,185
Computer Systems Analysts – $50,962
Computer User Support Specialists – $30,607
Network and Computer Systems Administrators – $49,280
Software Developers, Systems Software – $56,525
Web Developers – $36,735
Computer Network Architects – $60,474
Database Administrators – $49,344
Information Security Analysts – $48,200
Computer Network Support Specialists – $41,352
Computer Occupations, All Other – $58,242
Computer Programmers – $47,792
Find more H3 jobs at: h3.ne.gov
*This H3 list based on projected highest number of openings in Nebraska through 2024. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor, Office of Labor Market Information
Education Pathways to begin your career
| Pathway | Certificate | Diploma | Associate’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree | Military |
| BUSINESS, MARKETING, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TEACHER | ✔ | ||||
| COMPUTER APPLICATION SPECIALIST | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| COMPUTER APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN DRAFTING | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| COMPUTER ENGINEERING | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| COMPUTER MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MIS) | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| COMPUTER PROGRAMMING | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| COMPUTER SCIENCE | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| INFORMATION TECHNICAL SUPPORT | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| IBMi APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| INFORMATION SECURITY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| TECHNICAL SERVICES SUPPORT | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| WEB & VISUAL APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check out all education and training options. Entry into these careers may begin with:
- Apprenticeships
- On-the-job training
- Attaining stackable credentials
- Entry-level employment