A. Yes, and broadband is required for all courses. Please refer to the 'Detail' course information tabs to establish the software and hardware requirements for each career track:
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A. This depends on how many hours per day/week/month you can dedicate to your training programme and which career track you have chosen. For example, if you apply 10 hours study per week towards the Support Professional track, you are likely to complete within 12 months.
Once you have chosen your desired contract, you dictate the pace of your studies. Your initial subscription will be for a minimum of 12 months but you can continue to study with us for as long as you like following your first year. This may enable you to complete more qualifications along your chosen career path. For example, if you have chosen the Support Professional track and have completed the programme up to and including the CompTIA A+ qualification, you may proceed to the next phase i.e. Customer Support Representative (
Obviously, attaining additional skills and qualifications will improve the type and number of job opportunities available to you.
A. Computeach's initial contract term varies to suit your cicumstances, with affordable monthly subscriptions or a one-off discounted payment.
Our Careers Consultants will discuss your requirements with you. All calls are free-of-charge with no obligation whatsoever.
You can pay by credit or debit card or call one of our Career Consultants on 0800 083 9517 to discuss alternative funding options.
A. Computeach's IT training courses include all the resources you need to complete the programme:
There is nothing additional to pay except for travel, accommodation and internet expenses.
A. As soon as you enrol with our Careers Advisors on 0800 083 9517 we will send you a welcome pack and log-on instructions via first-class post.
A. We have dedicated consultants who cover the whole of the UK. A comprehensive list of services, from CV writing to mock interview training is provided by Computeach. We also have an online Careers Support Portal that is available to you 24x7 with employer videos and job search and interview tutorials.
Don't worry if you don't have IT qualifications or experience as many of our successful students have very few qualifications and relatively basic IT knowledge prior to enrolment.
A. Beware of any organisation offering to guarantee a job at the end of the training programme, as it could be disingenuous and almost impossible to honour. Our Careers team will provide you with all the job search support they can. Rest assured, we have successfully helped thousands of students find IT employment with some of the UK's largest organisations.
A. This depends on the course you've undertaken, the opportunities available at the time of applying for IT roles in your area and any prior-knowledge or experience you may possess. You should be realistic about starting salary levels as they will be in-line with experience.
The following is a typical example of what may be possible during the Support Professional career track.
| Typical Career | Support Desk Technician | Support Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Earnings Potential | Up to £22,000 pa | Up to £26,000 pa |
| Activities | Working with end users resolving day to day problems and troubleshooting | Working with end users resolving more complex issues, supporting operating systems and desktops. |
For more salary information specific to other career tracks, please refer to the 'Careers' course information tabs from the links above.
A. If you believe you've made the wrong career path choice it may be possible to transfer to an alternative training programme. This will depend on how much of the programme you have already completed. We will, of course, be as flexible as possible.
A. We have a team of employed, fully qualified, UK based tutors and you will receive guidance from a number of them as you move through your study programme.
A. If you need assistance with choosing a particular course, please contact our Careers Advisors on 0800 083 9517.
If you are a student requiring assistance please contact our Customer Care team by emailing customercare@computeach.co.uk or by calling 0845 60 99 020 (local rate call).
