Tech careers start with IT Specialist training
Train and certify entry-level tech professionals with programs by Pearson
A new and better path to IT certification
The IT Specialist program is an all-in-one solution offering high value at a reasonable cost. With IT certification and training spanning 15 areas of study, it’s a comprehensive program geared for today’s tech opportunities.
An IT roadmap for your team's success
Advance your team's tech expertise with Pearson's IT Specialist Certification program. This vendor-neutral program offers a comprehensive suite of foundational certifications, spanning Al, software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, and more. Tailor training plans to enhance your team's proficiency and empower your organization to stay ahead of the latest and most strategic tech trends.
Explore options for IT Specialist training
Secure the future of your business by enrolling your team in IT certification and training—the gateway to thriving tech careers and a masterful IT workforce.
IT Specialist Certification Roadmap
The pathway to success starts here.
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Cybersecurity
- FOUNDATIONAL
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INTERMEDIATE
- Cisco Systems CCNA
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Server+
- EC-Council CEH
- GIAC GISP
- GIAC GSEC
- eLearnSecurity elPT
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ADVANCED
- Cisco Systems CCNP
- CompTIA CySA+
- CompTIA PenTest+
- EC-Council CHFI
- GIAC GPEN
- GIAC GSLC
- GIAC GCED
- ISACA CISA
- ISACA CISM
- (ISC)2 CSSLP
- Offensive Security OSCP
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EXPERT
- Cisco Systems CCIE
- CompTIA CASP+
- GIAC GCIH
- GIAC GWAPT
- ISACA CGEIT
- (ISC)2 CISSP
- Mile2 CPTE
- Offensive Security OSCE
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Infrastructure and Cloud
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FOUNDATIONAL
- IT Specialist Cybersecurity
- IT Specialist Device Configuration & Management
- IT Specialist Networking
- IT Specialist Network Security
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- CompTIA Project+
- Linux Professional Linux Essentials
- Microsoft Certified: Fundamentals
- VMware VCA
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INTERMEDIATE
- AWS Solutions Architect - Associate
- AWS SysOps Administrator - Associate
- Cisco Systems CCNA
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Server+
- Google Professional Workspace Administrator
- HDI Desktop Support Manager (DSM)
- HDI Support Center Manager (SCM)
- Linux Professional LPIC-1
- Microsoft Certified: Associate
- Offensive Security OpenStack Administrator
- Red Hat RHCSA
- Salesforce Certified Administrator
- SUSE SCA
- VMware VCP
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ADVANCED
- AWS Solutions Architect - Professional
- AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional
- Cisco Systems CCNP
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Linux Professional LPIC-2
- Microsoft Certified: Expert
- Red Hat RHCE
- SUSE SCE
- VMware VCAP
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EXPERT
- Cisco Systems CCDS
- Cisco Systems CCIE
- CompTIA CASP+
- Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect
- Hewlett-Packard ASE
- Linux Professional LPIC-3
- Red Hat RHCA
- SUSE SCE
- VMware VCDX
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FOUNDATIONAL
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Data and Data Analytics
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FOUNDATIONAL
- IT Specialist Device Configuration & Management
- IT Specialist Networking
- IT Specialist Network Security
- CompTIA Project+
- ITIL Foundation
- PRINCE2 Foundation
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INTERMEDIATE
- Aruba CCMP
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CWNP CWNA
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ADVANCED
- ITIL Intermediate
- PMI CAPM
- PRINCE2 Practitioner
- ITIL Expert
- PMI PMP
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EXPERT
- ComPTIA CASP+
- ITIL Master
- Scrum Alliance CSP
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FOUNDATIONAL
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Artificial Intelligence
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FOUNDATIONAL
- IT Specialist Artificial Intelligence
- IT Specialist Computational Thinking
- IT Specialist Data Analytics
- IT Specialist Databases
- CompTIA Project+
- Microsoft Certified: MOS
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INTERMEDIATE
- CompTIA Data+
- CompTIA DataSyS+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Security+
- Dell Data Science Associate (DCA-DS)
- Microsoft Certified: Associate
- Oracle MySQL 8.0 Database Administrator
- Oracle MySQL 8.0 Database Developer
- SAP Certification Technology Associate
- SAS Certified Specialist: Visual Business Analytics
- Tableau Certified Data Analyst
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ADVANCED
- Analytics Certification Board Certified Analytics
- Professional (CAP)
- Google Professional Data Engineer
- Microsoft Certified: Expert
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EXPERT
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FOUNDATIONAL
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Software Development
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FOUNDATIONAL
- IT Specialist HTML5 App Development
- IT Specialist HTML and CSS
- IT Specialist Java
- IT Specialist JavaScript
- IT Specialist Python
- IT Specialist Software Development
- Adobe Certified Professional (ACP)
- CompTIA Project+
- Python Institute PCEP
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INTERMEDIATE
- AWS Developer - Associate
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Security1+
- CPP Institute C++ Certified Entry-Level Programmer
- MongoDB Certified Developer Associate Developer - Associate
- Oracle OCP Java SE Programmer
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ADVANCED
- Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)
- DevOps Engineer - Professional
- Framework 2 Certification
- Google DevOps Engineer
- Python Institute PCPP
- Zend Certified Engineer (ZCE)
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EXPERT
- Adobe Certified Master (ACM)
- Oracle Java EE Application Developer
- Scrum Alliance CSP
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FOUNDATIONAL
Industry recognized IT Specialist Training
These entities officially recognize the IT Specialist program as a quality option that meets industry standards.
IT Specialist can help workforce development
Pearson’s comprehensive set of programming and certifications span 15 different tech areas to help your candidates find the right fit.
Learn. Practice. Certify. Advance.
Once they complete an IT specialist training program, learners receive a certificate and digital badge to add to LinkedIn profiles.
