1 academy, 3 programs
Lehigh Career & Technical Institute’s IT Academy offers four programs that put high school students on pathways toward college degrees and lucrative careers in the rapidly growing field of information technology.
During their freshman and sophomore years at LCTI, academy students learn the concepts and skills they need to build a broad knowledge base in computer science. Students eventually select one of the following four specialties to focus on as upperclassmen: Computer Information Technology, Computer & Networking Technology and Web Design/Web Programming.
All about the IT Academy
Diane Rarick
Computer Information Technology
rarickd@lcti.org
Joseph Peregrin
Web Design/Web Programming
peregrinj@lcti.org
Three pathways to success
Computer Information Technology
The convenience of computers comes with pitfalls. In Computer Information Technology, students learn what it takes to avoid them as they explore the processes of managing, analyzing and securing an organization’s data.
Computer & Networking Technology
Computers are an integral part of today’s workplace. In Computer & Networking Technology, students learn to install, configure and maintain PCs, mobile devices and software as they tackle common technical support tasks.
Web Design/Web Programming
Everyone and everything has a web presence these days. In Web Design/Web Programming, students master programming languages, software and more as they build compelling websites from scratch.
News & notifications
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It Academy success stories
Fast facts about IT careers
546,200
According to projections, computer and information technology occupations will account for 546,200 new U.S. jobs through 2028.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
21%
Employment of software developers is projected to grow 21 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62K
In May 2018, the median annual wage for computer network support specialists was $62,770. It was $50,980 for computer user support specialists.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
32%
Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 32 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
2 years
Most web developers spend two years working on an associate’s degree before entering the profession, which has a median annual wage of $69,430.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
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4500
Education Park Drive
Schnecksville, PA
18078