How the Google IT Support Professional Certificate Strengthens District CTE Offerings

Written by: Heather

Superintendents know that every program investment must tie back to student outcomes. The Google IT Support Professional Certificate does just that—offering students a direct route into one of the fastest-growing career fields. By embedding this pathway into your district’s CTE offerings, you’re not just adding another elective—you’re delivering a workforce-aligned program that strengthens Perkins V compliance, builds community trust, and prepares students for future-ready careers.

Why This Course Matters

  • Workforce readiness: Provides students with practical IT support skills that lead directly to high-demand jobs.
  • Perkins V alignment: Ensures funding compliance through industry-recognized certification.
  • Community trust: Demonstrates clear student outcomes—badges and certificates that families and stakeholders can see.
  • Data privacy assured: Delivered on SchoolDay Academy’s zero-trust platform, ensuring secure, compliant access for staff and students.

What Students Will Learn

Students completing this pathway will:

  • Implement multi-layered security and recommend risk reduction strategies.
  • Configure and manage IT infrastructure services, including cloud resources and disaster recovery.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize computer networks using industry protocols.
  • Build a career portfolio and use AI tools to accelerate their job search.
  • Completion Time: ~6 months, self-paced
  • Courses: Fundamentals, Networking, Operating Systems, IT Infrastructure, IT Security, AI for Job Search
  • Credential: Shareable certificate + badge

Why SDA Recommends This Course

SchoolDay Academy curates programs that are future-ready, affordable, and district-aligned. The Google IT Support Certificate is Perkins V–ready, scalable, and equity-focused. Plus, every course is delivered within SDA’s zero-trust environment, giving superintendents peace of mind that professional learning happens in a secure, compliant space.

Enroll in the Google IT Support Professional Certificate today and future-proof your district’s CTE offerings—securely and confidently.

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