Courses & Careers in Technology.
Technology offers a variety of career opportunities. Learn about the different tech pathways and how ADVANCE can prepare you for the path you want to pursue.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity professionals 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 *Skill Level: Foundational
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.
Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate *Skill Level: Intermediate
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.
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst *Skill Level: Intermediate
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.
Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate *Skill Level: Advanced
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.
Information Technology Support
IT support specialists 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 *Skill Level: Foundational
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.
Microsoft IT Support Specialist *Skill Level: Foundational–Intermediate
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.
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
Data and Business Intelligence 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 *Skill Level: Foundational
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.
IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst *Skill Level: Intermediate
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.
Tableau Business Intelligence Analyst *Skill Level: Intermediate
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.
Power BI: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) Skill Level: Intermediate–Advanced
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.
Data Engineering
Data engineers design, build, and maintain 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 Skill Level: Advanced
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.
Cloud Computing
Cloud 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 *Skill Level: Intermediate
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.
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 *Skill Level: Intermediate–Advanced
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.
IBM DevOps and Software Engineering *Skill Level: Advanced
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.
CRM & Business Systems
CRM 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 *Skill Level: Intermediate
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.