Technical Schools & Institutes FAQ
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Q1. What are technical schools, technical institutes, and technical colleges? How do they differ from other computer training schools?
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Q2. What type of student would be interested in attending a technical school or technical institute?
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Q3. How long are the programs at technical schools, technical institutes, and technical colleges?
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Q4. What types of jobs do students at technical schools, technical institutes, and technical colleges get after graduating?
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Q5. Do schools provide employment assistance?
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Q6. Should I earn a degree or just a certificate?
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Q7. Are there prerequisites for students wanting to attend a technical school, technical college, or technical institute?
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Q8. Is their financial aid available for students?
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Q9. Do schools have housing available?
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Q10. Can students work part time while attending a technical school, technical college, or technical institute?
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Q11. Can credits earned at a technical school, technical college, or technical institute be transferred to a college or university?
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Technical schools, technical institutes, and technical colleges generally offer degree or certificate programs in computer technology (for example: IT, programming, electronics). Many of these schools are accredited 2 or 4 year colleges. Programs cover a broad range of computer technologies rather then concentrating on one specific technology or software package. Many of these schools also offer other non-computer technical programs and some are also general study community or private colleges.
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Technical institute and technical school programs are typically geared towards students wanting to learn a broad range of computer technologies. They often attract younger students looking to start a high tech career, people looking to change careers, and people that might be already working in the high tech industry but are looking for a new, more challenging (and better paying) job.
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Programs very in length. There are 9 month "certificate programs," 2 year associate degrees, 4 year degree programs (BA, BS, etc) and graduate programs of varying lengths.
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There currently is a huge need for skilled high tech workers in the United States and many people decide to attend a technical school, technical institute, or technical college to prepare for a high paying job in the high tech industry. Technical schools and technical institutes prepare students for a variety of jobs from system administrator and IT support to technical and project managers. Other common jobs, depending on the program, include computer technician, computer repair, technical support, network installer, program manager, software tester, computer programmer, system architect, web development, and game development.
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Yes, most schools offer services to help students find a job after graduating. Check with the schools admissions office about what services are available.
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That depends on a number of factors. Many employers prefer to hire candidates that have a college degree and specifically a degree in computers. A longer program also gives you more exposure to the technologies you are studying and more hands on time with the technologies. However, if you already have a non-computer related degree, a shorter certificate program may be more appropriate.
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Most schools require the equivalent of a high school degree and may have a minimum age requirement. Schools may also require students to show basic proficiency in math and English, either through tests like SAT or through proficiency tests administered by the school.
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Yes. Most schools offer financial aid as well as several private providers. Students at some schools may qualify for government loans if the school is accredited by associations like the ACCSCT. School admission offices should be able to provide you with information about financial aid packages available to students at their school.
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Many schools can help students find low cost housing near the school campus. Check with the schools admissions office about what services are available.
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Many students work part time while attending school and many school offer services to help students find part time work while they are attending the school. Check with the schools admissions office about what services are available.
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It depends on the two schools and students never should assume that they will be able to transfer credits. Be sure to check with both schools before the class you want to transfer begins to make sure the credit can be transferred.
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