Courses & Careers
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Technology is a core driver across many sectors, reshaping how we work, connect, and innovate. Learn about the different tech pathways and how Advance can prepare you for the path you want to pursue.
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Cybersecurity
Learn how to safeguard systems, networks, and sensitive data across every industry. These courses equip learners for in-demand roles focused on security monitoring, compliance, and cloud security.
Who is this pathway for?
Built for career changers, technically curious learners, and professionals seeking to enter or advance in cybersecurity roles.
CompTIA Security+ 601 Certification
Career Pathways: This pathway provides foundational preparation for entry-level roles, such as SOC Analyst, Information Security Analyst, and Cybersecurity Technician.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$65,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may begin with this foundational pathway and progress to the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst credential, followed by advanced specialization through the Google Cloud Cybersecurity certification.
Skill Level: Intermediate
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Information Security Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$68,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: The Security+ certification provides a foundation for continued advancement to the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst credential, with subsequent specialization in cloud security.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Security Compliance Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $58,000–$70,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Foundational credentials in IT Support or the Security+ certification may be leveraged toward advanced study and specialization through the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst certification.
Skill Level: Advanced
Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for careers such as Cloud Security Engineer and Cloud Security Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000 *
Stackable Pathway: Individuals may progress from foundational studies in security to a Cybersecurity Analyst credential, followed by advanced specialization in cloud security.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
Information Technology Support
Learn how to keep organizations running by maintaining computer systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing daily support to users. These courses prepare learners for roles focused on diagnosing and resolving technical problems.
Who is this pathway for?
Designed for individuals new to technology, career changers, and those seeking entry-level IT roles with broad career opportunities.
Google IT Support
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for entry-level roles such as Help Desk Technician, IT Support Specialist, and Desktop Support Technician.
Potential Salary Range: $40,000–$50,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may begin with this foundational program and progress to study in cloud support or cybersecurity.
Skill Level: Foundational–Intermediate
Microsoft IT Support Specialist
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as IT Support Technician and Windows Systems Administrator.
Potential Salary Range: $42,000–$52,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may build on IT support competencies to pursue advanced specialization in cybersecurity or cloud computing.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
These professionals collect, analyze, and visualize information to support smarter business decisions across industries.
Who is this pathway for?
Designed for analytical thinkers, problem-solvers, and professionals interested in working with data and insights.
Google Data Analytics
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Operations Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $50,000–$62,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may begin with this pathway and progress to advanced training in data visualization through Tableau or Microsoft Power BI.
Skill Level: Intermediate
IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Business Intelligence Analyst and Data Reporting Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $52,000–$65,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from foundational studies in data analytics to business intelligence specialization, with opportunities for further advancement in data engineering.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Tableau Business Intelligence Analyst
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Tableau Developer, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Visualization Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$67,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from foundational studies in data analytics to specialization in Tableau, leading to advanced roles in business intelligence.
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
Power BI: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)
Also Available in Spanish / Contenido en Español
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Power BI Developer, Business Intelligence Developer, and Data Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $55,000–$68,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from foundational studies in data analytics to specialization in Power BI, with opportunities to advance into business intelligence or data engineering roles.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
Data Engineering
This role supports designing, building, and maintaining the data infrastructure that powers analytics and reporting.
Who is this pathway for?
Well-suited for technically-inclined learners who enjoy building systems behind the scenes.
IBM Data Engineering
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for advanced roles such as Data Engineer, ETL Developer, and Data Pipeline Engineer.
Potential Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from prior preparation in data analytics or business intelligence to advanced specialization in data engineering.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
Cloud Computing
These professionals support modern infrastructure that businesses rely on to run their websites, apps, and data systems, ensuring these systems run securely, efficiently, and reliably.
Who is this pathway for?
Ideal for learners interested in cloud technologies and professionals transitioning from IT support.
AWS Cloud Support Associate Professional Certificate
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Cloud Support Engineer and AWS Systems Administrator.
Potential Salary Range: $60,000–$72,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may build on prior IT support preparation to specialize in cloud support, with opportunities to advance into cloud security or DevOps.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
Software Development & DevOps
These roles focus on designing, building, deploying, and maintaining modern software systems. Software developers may write and test code, solve problems, improve existing applications, and ensure software runs smoothly for users.
Who is this pathway for?
Suited for aspiring developers, logical thinkers, and professionals seeking advanced technical careers.
IBM Full Stack Software Developer
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Full Stack Developer, Software Engineer, and Web Application Developer.
Potential Salary Range: $65,000–$80,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from foundational technical skills to full stack development, with opportunities to advance into DevOps specialization.
Skill Level: Advanced
IBM DevOps and Software Engineering
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for advanced roles such as DevOps Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, and Automation Engineer.
Potential Salary Range: $68,000–$82,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from prior preparation in software development to advanced specialization in DevOps engineering.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
CRM & Business Systems
These professionals manage and optimize platforms that support sales, customer service, and overall customer operations. They may help configure systems to assist in tracking customer interactions, analyzing data, and helping businesses build stronger relationships with customers.
Who is this pathway for?
Designed for individuals interested in business systems, analytics, and technology roles tied to operations.
Salesforce Administrator Course
Also Available in Spanish / Contenido en Español
Career Pathways: This pathway prepares learners for roles such as Salesforce Administrator, CRM Administrator, and Business Analyst.
Potential Salary Range: $58,000–$70,000 *
Potential Stackable Pathway: Learners may progress from foundational studies in customer relationship management to Salesforce administration, with opportunities to advance into complex business systems roles.
*Salary figures are estimates based on data; see below for industry sources.
* Salary ranges are U.S. averages for early- to mid-career professionals, based on data from the BLS, Lightcast™, Glassdoor, and Indeed. Actual pay varies by location, experience, and employer.