Student News & Advice

No longer deterred by negative messaging about women and STEM careers, Toni Ramirez played her cards right to earn a new IT career and boost her confidence.

CompTIA’s latest Cyberstates research shows progress toward greater diversity, equity and inclusion in the U.S. tech workforce. But more is needed while helping the economy recover from the pandemic.

Is pursuing a typical technical education the best way to fill hundreds of thousands of technology positions available in today’s job market? Not if people want to launch their tech careers in weeks versus years.

Angela Curtis’ decision to sharpen her technology skills through CompTIA Tech’s IT-Ready program delivered personal financial stability and professional growth opportunities.

What is “Social Innovation?” And how is the CompTIA Tech practicing this philanthropic discipline.

Chicagoan Caitlan Beard wanted to help people and thought healthcare might be the best place for her. But feeling uninspired while in pre-med, she turned to IT and found her true career passion with CompTIA Tech.

While CompTIA Tech Grad Kendra Plant loved working in theater, she needed more financial stability and a better work-life balance. She found her career solution in IT.

While serving in the Army, Sarai Ekblad demonstrated resourcefulness and leadership — skills that carried over into a post-military career in information technology.

Empathy skills and interests in tech lead to an IT career. Read how Erin Waterman’s interest in tech and her desire to help led to a career in IT.

Working in IT means you're helping people. Customer service skills are essential. Hear from CompTIA Tech grads and staff on how career switchers can move into IT and help their companies, clients and community.