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Technology careers power the systems behind apps, websites, data, cybersecurity and more. In West Michigan, tech jobs are growing fast and are needed in every industry - from healthcare to manufacturing to entertainment. If you enjoy solving problems, being creative or working with computers, a tech career could be a great path. The demand is high, and the opportunities are in West Michigan.

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Grand Rapids Community College

GRCC provides education and training programs to prepare students for in-demand careers in the tech industry.

Description

Grand Rapids Community College is comprised of more than 25 academic departments that belong to our five schools: including the Department of Computer Information Systems and the School of Workforce Development.

GRCC offers a broad range of IT-related degree, certificate and transfer programs. Their offerings cover programming, networks, cybersecurity, web/UX design, data science, cloud computing and support/technician roles.They emphasize hands-on skills, industry certifications, flexible modes (online/in-person) and pathways for both direct employment and onward transfer to 4-year institutions.

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Programs of Study

Artificial Intelligence

Cloud Computing

Computer Programming

Computer Support Specialist

Cybersecurity

Data Science

Network Administration

Web/UX Design and Development

Credentials Information

Cybersecurity Certificate: Fully online program; aligned with industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA PenTest+, CCNA CyberOps.

Computer Programming A.A.A.S.: Associate degree in computer programming; intended for employment in programming/support roles or as a stepping stone.

Data Science Certificate / Data Science A.A.A.S.: For students interested in data analysis, data science tracks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Certificate / AI A.A.A.S.: Emerging program aligning with AI skills.

Network Administration A.A.A.S.: Degree focused on network infrastructure and administration.

Web/UX Design & Development A.A.A.S.: Focuses on web development, user experience design.

Pre-CyberSecurity A.A. (General Transfer): For those planning to transfer to a 4-year institution; covers computer architecture, networking, security, cryptography.

Location Information

143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Additional campus locations in West Michigan.

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