Computer Support Specialist

CIP 11.1006 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

228

329 total including inactive

States

34

Across 34 states

Graduates (2025)

3,118

Total completions

Computer Support Specialist is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 34 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Wisconsin and Tennessee.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$73,340

Computer Network Support Specialists

Job Growth

+1.8%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$4,485

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Computer Network Support Specialists. In-state tuition ranges from $475 to $12,000, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 2,466 (79.1%)
Female: 652 (20.9%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 611 (19.6%)
Certificate: 2,507 (80.4%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
I
Investigative
R
Realistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Organized
✓ Detail-oriented
✓ Analytical
✓ Curious
✓ Practical
✓ Hands-on

💡 Interests

● Organization
● Data management
● Conducting research
● Solving complex problems
● Building things
● Working with hands

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening
♦ Speaking
♦ Knowledge
♦ Independence
♦ Accuracy

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

  • • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Where Can You Study Computer Support Specialist?

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