Information Technology
Open the doors to your future with Southwest Technical College’s Information Technology (IT) Program. Increase your knowledge of computer equipment as you learn how to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data — exploring hardware, networking, and computer programming through a flexible, self-directed schedule.
Program Details
Cost: $2,895.00
Cost includes tuition, books, fees, and supplies. Click here for scholarship and financial aid resources.
Costs are subject to change.
Next Start Date: October 6, 2026
This program has two class modes, a collaborative learning class and an individual learning class, with multiple opportunities to enroll throughout the year. Call 435.586.2899 for more information. Click here to get started.
Program Length: 20 Credit Hours
(This program can be completed in approximately 10 months, based on enrollment of 15 hours per week. If possible, students are encouraged to enroll in more hours per week to graduate faster.)
Location: Main Campus – Automotive & Tech Building
Enrollment Requirement: CASAS Assessment or equivalent. Click here for more information. To schedule your CASAS Assessment, click here.
Skills that power the tech industry
The IT program builds hands-on skills across the core areas of modern computing.
Hardware
Explore computer equipment and learn how to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data.
Networking
Build networking skills across Windows Server environments and modern infrastructure.
Computer Programming
Learn programming foundations through hands-on, self-directed coursework.
Flexible & Self-Directed
Enroll throughout the year with collaborative and individual learning class modes.
Need help paying for school?
Southwest Tech offers scholarships and financial aid options that can help make the Information Technology program affordable. Apply for an internal scholarship, or explore the other ways to pay for your training.
More ways to pay
FAFSA Information
See if you qualify for federal grants and aid.
Types of Aid
Grants, loans, and work-study options explained.
Help Me Pay for School
Talk with our financial aid team about your options.
Veteran Benefits
Education benefits for veterans and their families.
Sponsorships
Employer and agency sponsorship programs.
I appreciated how available my instructors were. Anytime I had questions, they'd help me make it all make sense and it was so satisfying to have that little lightbulb turn on in my head.
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Occupational Advisory Committee
Each Southwest Tech Certificate Program has an Occupational Advisory Committee that consists of industry professionals from the regions we serve. These committee members ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of each occupation are being taught. This program has committee members from the following organizations:
Council on Occupational Education
Southwest Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Information regarding accreditation may be obtained at:
