Information Technology: Grades 6-8

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If you want to…

• Develop software and apps to solve problems.
• Connect communities through digital platforms.
• Ensure everyone has access to a global network.

Then explore a career-technical program in Information Technology

Information Technology (IT) programs prepare you to develop software, build communications networks, safeguard data and information, help employees fix problems with their computers or mobile devices, and perform other work to ensure that a business or organization’s information is protected. Learn to write computer code to create business applications, social media, or video games. C IT professionals work in different places, including small businesses to huge multinational corporations. IT career paths can involve highly technical specialties or management ladders that demand strong people skills.

Career Field Top Occupations

• Information Security Analysts (Primary Pathway: Cybersecurity)
• Computer User Support Specialists (Primary Pathway: Information Support and Services)
• Web Developers (Primary Pathway: Interactive Media)
• Computer Network Support Specialists (Primary Pathway: Network Systems)
• Software Developers, Applications (Primary Pathway: Programming and Software Development)

Last Modified: 7/8/2025 1:18:50 PM

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