Pitman Training Career Plan Q & A Series
Looking to jump-start your tech career in 2025? Pitman Training’s comprehensive IT career training in Wexford offers the perfect springboard into the technology sector. Our step-by-step approach makes starting your technical journey straightforward and achievable, with practical experience and recognised qualifications at every stage.
The tech industry in Ireland continues to hire, and the brilliant news is that your first IT role could be closer than you think. Once you’ve gained your initial qualifications, you’ll have marketable skills and plenty of opportunities to specialise in your preferred area.
Q: What Qualifications Would You Need?
A: While hands-on experience plays a crucial role, industry certifications stand as the cornerstone of IT career training in Wexford. A solid educational background paired with genuine interest in computer systems gives you a strong foundation. Our Computing and IT Support courses, which include vital communication skills training, provide exactly what employers seek.
Featured IT Diploma Programmes
Our IT Support Technician Diploma equips you with expertise in PC installation, repairs, upgrades, and operating system maintenance. Core modules include:
Students can personalise their learning with elective courses such as:
- MTA Database Administrator Fundamentals
- MTA Networking Fundamentals
- MTA Server Admin Fundamentals
The Pitman Training Advanced IT Support Technician Diploma
Ready to aim higher? This advanced programme opens doors to network and system administrator roles. Ideal for IT professionals seeking career advancement, this diploma includes:
- CompTIA A+ Series
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+ Plus specialist electives like CompTIA Cloud+ or MTA Security Fundamentals
Q: What Types of Salary Should You Expect?
A: Current industry data shows IT Support Technicians in Ireland earn an average of roughly €37,000 annually. With experience, salaries range from about €28,000 to €48,000.1
Q: What Does Your Average Day Look Like?
A: Your role might involve supporting organisational infrastructure or providing help-desk assistance. Typical tasks include:
- Configuring network connectivity and wireless access
- Setting up and maintaining desktop and laptop systems
- Liaising with vendors for problem resolution
- Installing hardware components
- Managing user accounts and software
Q: What Is the Opportunity for Career Progression?
A: Master the essentials of computer maintenance, network management, and IT project delivery, and countless doors open. From cloud computing to cybersecurity, programming to software development, the tech sector offers abundant progression paths.
Pitman Training Wexford
Our team at our Wexford training centre located in Westpoint Business Park Clonard Road, will work with you to help build the perfect programme. Our training programmes are flexible and at times to work around each student so you can train part-time, full-time, evenings, weekends and from home.
For more information on the range of courses our Wexford training centre offers such as IT courses, software development and programming courses, web design and graphic design courses plus a wide range of training such as office management courses, administration, medical secretary courses, legal secretary, management, project management courses and for career advice, CV skills and top interview tips contact us today.
- Average gathered from Glassdoor.ie, ie.Indeed.com, Talent.com ↩︎
