Computer Support Specialist Degree

A Computer Support Specialist is a professional that works to best understand a customer’s needs and craft solutions to cure underlying computer issues. These solutions could include system connectivity, technology design, system design, designing network systems, or repairing networks across a wide variety of devices and applications. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer computer support specialist degrees.

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Glen Oaks Community College (GOCC)

3214 Flushing Road, Flint, MI

Glen Oaks Community College, located in Centreville, Michigan, was founded in 1965 and serves the residents of Saint Joseph County. The school's land was donated by Nora Hagen, who was among the last surviving members of her family. The land was once a in the familial farm, though the years had resulted in the death of her parents, sister  and her brother in law and left her alone with the property. The school provides activities outside of the classroom, such as clubs, organizations and athletics in order to meet the interests and needs of its students.

Academics

Glen Oaks Community College offers a number of programs that provide students with academic transfer opportunities or assist in the development of skills useful in career building through technical programs. Students pursuing academic transfer will take on a curriculum that fulfills the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion, students will choose a school or schools they wish to transfer to and begin the application process, and upon admission complete the final two years and earn their bachelor's degree. Students pursuing career or technical training will receive an education in the chosen industry or field that allows for a long term career and entry into the workforce as a qualified professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered:

• Accounting
• General Studies
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Assistant
• Practical Nurse

Admissions and Financial Aid

Glen Oaks Community College is an open enrollment institution, and as such it allows any individual to enroll if they meet the minimum requirements, complete an application, pay all fees and supply previous transcripts. Students may also be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration and are encouraged to participate in new student orientation and meet with a counselor prior to their first semester. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and awarded based on need as determined through the information provided on a student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Career Options for Graduates

Computer User Support Specialists

Description

Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

Computer Network Support Specialists

Description

Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).