Computer & IT Career Outlines & Descriptions

The following pages should help to give you a basic understanding of the sectors available in the I.T. industry.

For more information, click on the titles below. It would also be worthwhile to read our guidelines on current certification standards - as these DO change.

Please understand that these are not a replacement for a proper informed discussion of your needs with a specialist advisor. They will merely give you some more background information to help you focus your conversation on what areas might suit you.

• Software Development : Programmers of systems & applications.
• Database : Administration & Management, Business Intelligence
• Web Design : Creative web design, web development and E-Commerce.
• Networking, Security & Support : Helpdesk, Engineers, Technicians, Support, Communications, Systems Planning & Design.
• Senior I.T. Roles : Project Managers, Senior Analysts, Consultants etc.

Visit our IT Training pages for masses of in-depth information on ALL the major training paths and certification routes.

You'll find information on Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, Adobe, EC-Council and ISC² commercial accreditation programs (and many others besides.) Complete certification tracks and individual breakdowns are provided in our FREE Downloadable 170 page IT Training & Certification Guide.

Job Roles That Are Often Perceived To Be In I.T... But Actually Aren't...

The person doing these jobs generally uses a computer application professionally as a tool, but they must have another particular skill-set to actually perform that role.

Sage Accounts : Accounting & Bookkeeping skills are also required.

AutoCAD Designer: Mechanical engineering, architectural or electronic engineering skills are also required.

Graphic Design & Animation : Traditionally, you'll have an artistic background and may have studied Art & Design at college/university.

LearningLolly can offer un-supported application-specific computer-based training in many of these 'alternative' areas.