Information Technology Specialist Certificate is a certificate in Information Systems & Technology programme taught at Northwestern Polytechnic in Grande Prairie, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Information Systems & Technology
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Information Technology Specialist Certificate is a one-year, on-campus program at Northwestern Polytechnic's Grande Prairie campus that builds foundational skills for a career in information technology. The curriculum covers PC hardware configuration, operating systems, network communications, and professional IT practices, giving students a broad grounding in the technical and workplace skills used in IT support roles. The program includes an integrated work placement that gives students hands-on industry experience alongside classroom instruction. Delivered within the School of Applied Science & Technology, the certificate prepares graduates for entry-level roles configuring, maintaining, and supporting computer hardware, operating systems, and networks, and can serve as a starting point for further study in Northwestern Polytechnic's Computer Systems Technology programs. The one-year format is designed to move students into the workforce quickly while still covering the core competencies employers expect of an entry-level IT support technician.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Admission requires English 30-1 or English 30-2 with a minimum grade of 50%, or equivalent, along with the college's general English language proficiency requirement.
