For Educators

Educators, those that teach IT topics, Career Counselors, Administrators and Program Managers

This site aims to provide educators and education program managers answers to the following questions:

* Current and available data about the jobs within IT including titles
* The skills required to land IT jobs
* A list benefits and resources for those seeking a career in IT
* Interviews with those working in the field and those that currently teach IT
* What do I need to know to prepare students for a career in IT?
* What resources are available to assist me in teaching IT skills in the classroom?

For answers to the following questions visit the WhyITNow.org initiative website

* Why should I teach students for a career in the Information Technology (IT) profession?
* Why should should students consider a career in IT?

IT Career Pathway Resources

Various Departments of Education in the U.S. publish a full list of career pathway resources to support students and educators. These programs include IT occupational titles including programs of study, career technical education and learning objectives. The state of California for example, provides a complete listing of their Career Pathway Resources and State Standards.