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Computer User Support Specialist Program

Start Your IT Journey with Our Most Popular Program

Looking to kick off your IT career? This program is the perfect place to start! You'll build a solid foundation in IT basics while preparing for the industry’s top entry-level certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+. You’ll also learn the latest techniques for interacting with AI efficiently and effectively with AI Prompt Engineering.

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Program Overview

No experience required
Ideal for beginners with a basic understanding of computers.
Career-ready skills
Gain knowledge in networking, basic network security, and AI prompt engineering to qualify for desktop, tech, network, and general IT support positions.
Interactive learning
Engage through instruction, practice labs, quizzes, ITPro video content, study games, and group discussions. Use Coach Maci to create flashcards, practice quizzes, troubleshooting guides, and more.

Proven Outcomes for ACI Learning Students

Across our IT training programs, students consistently achieve strong completion, certification, and career outcomes.

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83%
Graduation Rate

Students in our core programs consistently complete their training successfully

Certificate

78%
Certification Rate

Graduates are prepared to earn industry-recognized certifications

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73%
Job Placement Rate

Many graduates go on to secure roles in IT after completing their training

Outcomes reflect aggregate results across ACI Learning programs and locations for 2025. Individual results may vary based on background, effort, and local job market conditions.

tuition
$14,685
Funding options are available to help with Tech Academy training.

Our staff can help you choose the best certification training for your career and uncover the right funding options to help you pay for your training, including state financial aid, military funding, loans, and scholarships.

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Possible IT career track

Build a foundation with Computer User Specialist, grow your career into this areas.

$45K–$66K/yr
Support Specialist
$51K–$71K/yr
Support Specialist I
$56K–$95K/yr
Support Specialist Manager
Support Specialist
$45K–$66K/yr
Support Specialist I
$51K–$71K/yr
Support Specialist Manager
$56K–$95K/yr

Courses in this program

Course 1
CompTIA A+ with AI Prompt Engineering

This course prepares students for entry-level careers in IT support and service management by combining the CompTIA A+ certification objectives with the emerging field of AI prompt engineering. Through a hands-on, project-based approach, students will gain both foundational technical skills and modern digital fluency. This course should be taken by individuals interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician, as well as students seeking the CompTIA A+ certifications.

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Course 2
TechSkills: IT Systems & Career Prep

CompTIA Network+ covers the fundamental skills and concepts that you will need to use on the job in any type of networking career. Throughout the course you will be able to apply skills learned through a variety of virtual labs, test yourself with quizzes, and be able to dive into content using videos on each topic. Upon completion of all course materials and self-study, you will be prepared for the CompTIA Network+ examination.

Navigating the job market can be overwhelming, whether you're starting a new IT career or re-entering the field after a break. Don’t waste valuable time struggling with ineffective job search strategies. The ACI Learning Tech Academy IT Career Prep Course is designed to streamline your transition, providing you with the tools and insights needed to fast-track your job search and land your ideal IT role.

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Course 3
CompTIA Security+

If you’re ready to begin a career in IT security, this course is the perfect starting point: CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized certification that validates the skills required to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. That means that employers will know you’re job-ready when you apply for your first role. This course prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ exam and is recommended for ACE credit. The cost of the exam is covered by ACI Learning.

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Course 1
CompTIA A+ with AI Prompt Engineering

This course prepares students for entry-level careers in IT support and service management by combining the CompTIA A+ certification objectives with the emerging field of AI prompt engineering. Through a hands-on, project-based approach, students will gain both foundational technical skills and modern digital fluency. This course should be taken by individuals interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician, as well as students seeking the CompTIA A+ certifications.

Exam vouchers
One voucher per course covered by ACI Learning after meeting release requirements
View course details

Course 2
TechSkills: IT Systems & Career Prep

CompTIA Network+ covers the fundamental skills and concepts that you will need to use on the job in any type of networking career. Throughout the course you will be able to apply skills learned through a variety of virtual labs, test yourself with quizzes, and be able to dive into content using videos on each topic. Upon completion of all course materials and self-study, you will be prepared for the CompTIA Network+ examination.

Navigating the job market can be overwhelming, whether you're starting a new IT career or re-entering the field after a break. Don’t waste valuable time struggling with ineffective job search strategies. The ACI Learning Tech Academy IT Career Prep Course is designed to streamline your transition, providing you with the tools and insights needed to fast-track your job search and land your ideal IT role.

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One voucher per course covered by ACI Learning after meeting release requirements
View course details

Course 3
CompTIA Security+

If you’re ready to begin a career in IT security, this course is the perfect starting point: CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized certification that validates the skills required to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. That means that employers will know you’re job-ready when you apply for your first role. This course prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ exam and is recommended for ACE credit. The cost of the exam is covered by ACI Learning.

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One voucher per course covered by ACI Learning after meeting release requirements
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Meet Coach Maci

Your AI-powered study coach for the modern learner. Coach Maci helps you break down complex IT concepts, quizzes you on the essentials, and keeps you motivated from start to finish. She’s fast, friendly, and knows how to make studying feel less like a grind—and more like a win.

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Simulation Skill Labs for CompTIA A+

Get hands-on experience with our simulation labs. Each simulation presents a problem that must be solved. Learn new techniques, handle virtual hardware, and make choices to complete each lab as many times as needed.

One-On-One Career Coaching

Introducing ACI CareerConnect — your all-in-one launchpad to a tech career.

  • Unlimited live 1:1 coaching with Career Mentors
  • AI tools to build your resume, prep for interviews, and optimize LinkedIn
  • Curated job board with career-changer-friendly roles
  • Mobile-friendly app and browser plugin
  • Included in your ACI Tech Academy experience — no extra cost

Your Career Mentor is your professional wingman, and CareerConnect is the rocket fuel to get you hired.

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Levi Caldwell

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“Right from the start, everybody was super kind. The teachers were very entertaining and engaging. I was able to squeeze it in my schedule and do a full workday. My current role is IT assistant coordinator at a small mental health facility. I was able to get a little experience before I started and get a couple certifications on that resume. Without that course I took, I wouldn’t have this job right now.”

—Levi Caldwell
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Program FAQs

No training program can guarantee a job. However, ACI Learning Tech Academy had a 73% employment outcome rate across our programs for 2025, which is strong for the industry.

This rate reflects graduates who are employed in the field they were trained for, not inflated numbers that include unrelated roles. Through instructor-led training and dedicated career support, we help prepare students for entry-level IT roles and support them in landing positions aligned with their training.

The Computer User Support Specialist program is 11 weeks long. It is designed to help students build job-ready IT skills quickly without dragging the process out over several months.

The Computer User Support Specialist program prepares you for three industry-recognized CompTIA certifications: A+, Network+, and Security+. You’ll build foundational IT skills with A+, enhanced by prompt engineering training that reflects how modern IT teams use AI tools. From there, you’ll expand into networking with Network+ alongside dedicated career preparation, and strengthen your cybersecurity knowledge with Security+, helping you enter the workforce with confidence.

The Computer User Support Specialist program is entry-level. No prior IT experience is required, making it a strong option for career changers, recent graduates, and anyone new to the tech field.

All ACI Learning Tech Academy programs are designed with veterans and military families in mind. The Computer User Support Specialist can be funded at our training locations with most military education benefits (including Chapter 33). We recommend reviewing your specific eligibility and visiting our funding page for more resources and information on funding options.

The Computer User Support Specialist program costs $14,685, and a variety of funding options are available to help make your training more accessible. Many students use military benefits to cover tuition, while others may qualify for student loans or grants. Visit our funding page to explore the options available and find the best fit for your situation.

Unlike self-paced courses, the Computer User Support Specialist program is instructor-led and structured. Students receive live instruction, guidance, and accountability from experienced, industry-certified instructors who hold the same or higher certifications students are preparing for, along with career-focused support throughout the program and beyond.

The Computer User Support Specialist program is currently offered online and in person with live, instructor-led classes. We recommend checking the class schedule on this page for the most up-to-date availability.

ACI Learning Tech Academy is a CompTIA Platinum Training Partner, the highest level of partnership CompTIA offers. This designation reflects our alignment with CompTIA’s certification objectives and our commitment to delivering training that prepares learners for real-world IT roles, not just the exam.

If you complete one of ACI Learning Tech Academy’s ACE CREDIT–recommended courses, you may be eligible to earn college credit. The Computer User Support Specialist program is recommended for 12 credits: the CompTIA A+ course is recommended for up to 6 college credits, the CompTIA Network+ course is recommended for 3 college credits, and the CompTIA Security+ course is recommended for 3 college credits.

ACE CREDIT recommendations allow you to gain entry-level IT training and certifications while still having the option to apply for college credit later. If you decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree or additional education in the future, this can help you get a head start.

ACI Learning reports a graduation rate of approximately 83% across its core IT training programs. This reflects the percentage of students who successfully complete their training. Individual outcomes may vary depending on student effort, prior experience, and program type.

About 78% of ACI Learning graduates that sit for an exam earn their industry-recognized certifications. Programs are designed to prepare students for certification exams aligned with in-demand IT roles such as cybersecurity, networking, and cloud computing.

Approximately 73% of ACI Learning graduates secure employment in IT-related roles after completing their training. Job placement outcomes depend on factors like local job market conditions, prior experience, and individual job search efforts.

No, outcomes are not guaranteed. While ACI Learning reports strong graduation, certification, and job placement rates, individual results vary based on background, effort, and external factors like hiring demand in a student’s region.

Yes. ACI Learning prepares students for industry-recognized certifications from vendors like CompTIA, Microsoft, and others, which are widely valued by employers in IT and cybersecurity fields.