"For the past eight years I taught myself about computers by trying to fix things that went wrong on my family’s PC, making it run faster, and playing games. I spent a lot of time in front of the screen. I enjoyed working on a computer much more than I did working on anything else. It still took me a while to figure out that I should take it to a career level. I watched a lot of my friends move out on their own, and then shortly head back home because their fast food job wasn’t bringing in enough money. I wanted to move out on my own too, but I wasn’t going to settle for barely scraping by. Finally, I heard the commercial for ComputerTraining.com on the radio, and I knew I wanted to try starting a career in the IT field.

I already can sit in front of a computer for hours without getting bored, so getting paid for it was really a no-brainer. Now instead of figuring out why my computer isn’t working properly, I help other people with theirs. I make a lot more money than I did before, doing something I actually enjoy. The certifications have given me a lot of possibilities for my future. I’m really happy that I went through the hard work it took to start getting them. The six months I spent in class really flew by!

Initially I was worried about being able to get a job after going through the course, but I trusted my instructor and to reassure myself I checked Monster.com and similar websites. I found out there are IT jobs all over the place, and it was just a matter of finding what was right for me.

The best advice I could give is to just work hard, and that you aren’t going to be in school for very long. Most importantly, get your certifications and listen to Career Services. They are there to help you and they really do everything that they can to do so. The Career Services program found my career for me; all I had to do was show up for the interview.

The whole experience was great. I honestly had the best classroom experience ever, and it didn’t really feel like school. I had fun learning, the instructor was great and participating and interaction with other students never felt forced. I’m twenty-one and making more money from day one of my job than either of my parents ever have. I have more opportunities than any one of my peers, and best of all, this is something I enjoy doing, instead of just making money with."

Steven Cruise
MCP
Help Desk Support