IT Careers Are Move-Friendly
IT work is digital, which means many roles are remote or hybrid. These careers often offer flexible schedules, too, so you can work at odd or non-typical hours as long as you get all your work done.
A remote IT career means you don’t have to start over when you’re handed a PCS order or try to gain a foothold in another position in a new location. A position with flexible hours also allows you to manage the logistics of moving and settling in.
On top of that, IT certifications are nationally recognized. For instance, certifications in foundational IT, cybersecurity, cloud solutions and networking are provided by national or global organizations, including CompTIA, Cisco and (ISC)2.
SpouseWorks IT programs prepare you to take the certification exam, which provides you with credentials recognized anywhere in the country. There are no state-by-state licenses or clinical hours to worry about.
Plus, the skills you need in an IT career are transferable from other industries and especially from your life as a military spouse. Skills like attention to detail, grace under pressure and adaptability are strengths you’ve built up from a lifestyle of constant change.
Demand and Earning Potential Are High
Despite rapid change in the tech industry, the outlook for IT jobs remains strong. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that IT jobs will grow faster than the average for all occupations until 2034. It expects about 317,000 job openings every year, from both new positions and people leaving the industry.
Additionally, the earning potential is real. Entry-level roles typically start around $45,000-$48,000 per year. However, certifications are stackable, which means as you learn and develop skills, your ability to earn more increases over time.
For instance, you might start out in IT support or as a technician. As you gain experience, skills and credentials, you can advance to a cybersecurity analyst, with a median annual salary of $124,910. Or you might advance to a network architect position, which earns a median of $123,100 per year.
SpouseWorks Can Fund Your IT Training at MedCerts
The SpouseWorks scholarship pays up to $2,000 per fiscal year – up to $4,000 total — for approved programs, including IT training. While the scholarship may not cover all your tuition, it will cover a good portion, lowering the amount you have to pay out-of-pocket.
MedCerts IT programs are SpouseWorks-approved and fully online with self-paced learning. You can start these programs with just a high school diploma or a GED, and no tech background is necessary.
IT offers military spouses something rare: a career that moves with you. With SpouseWorks funding available and MedCerts programs ready to start online, there’s no better time to take the first step. Explore MedCerts’ SpouseWorks-approved IT programs today.
