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All career pathsIT SUPPORT & SYSTEMS SPECIALIST CAREER PATH

From IT fundamentals to mid-level systems support specialist.

Learn to support users, troubleshoot workplace technology and manage essential IT systems, progressing from foundational skills to mid-level infrastructure support.

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YOUR DESTINATIONIT Support & Systems SpecialistLearn · Build · Grow
High industry demandNearly every company needs IT support staff to keep systems and users running.
Fast entry into techStart a technology career without prior experience or a degree.
Clear next stepsMid-level support skills open direct paths into sysadmin, networking or cloud roles.
Practical, hands-on skillsLearn by fixing real hardware, software and network problems.
YOUR ROADMAP

One career. 3 levels.
A clear next step at every stage.

Each level groups the core skills you need — and the Ingress training mapped to them.

01
Foundation
Next: Junior

Build core IT fundamentals

  • Identify and explain computer hardware and peripheral components
  • Install and configure Windows operating systems
  • Work with BIOS, UEFI and boot devices
  • Manage disks, partitions, MBR and GPT
  • Diagnose basic hardware and operating-system problems
Recommended trainings
IT Specialist
02
Junior
Next: Mid-level

Provide end-user IT support

  • Manage Windows users, groups and system settings
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software and performance problems
  • Perform backup, recovery, disk imaging and cloning
  • Troubleshoot LAN, Wi-Fi and internet connectivity
  • Apply basic endpoint-security practices
Recommended trainings
IT Specialist
03
Mid-level
Next: Choose a specialization

Support workplace IT systems

  • Configure switches, routers, VLANs and wireless networks
  • Manage Active Directory users, groups and organizational units
  • Build and manage virtual machines and virtual networks
  • Administer Linux users, files, permissions and networking
  • Resolve complex endpoint and infrastructure issues
Recommended trainings
IT Specialist
SKILL ASSESSMENT

Find your level, then close the gaps.

A practical assessment maps your skills to a personalised plan — in about 10 minutes.

AssessA practical test scores every skill on this path.
LearnA plan built around your specific gaps.
PracticeExercises that target your weak spots.
Track ProgressWatch your grades climb over time.
Assess my skills Takes approximately 5–10 minutes. Receive a personalised learning recommendation.

EXAMPLE RESULT68% · Junior

B
A

Computer HardwareStrength — solid fundamentals

88
A

Windows Installation & ConfigurationStrength

85
B

BIOS/UEFI & Boot ManagementMinor gaps

74
B

Disk & Partition ManagementGood — go deeper

71
B

Windows AdministrationSolid

72
C

Troubleshooting & DiagnosticsGap — below level bar

55
C

Networking Basics (LAN/Wi-Fi)Gap

52
D

Endpoint SecurityLargest gap

30
UPCOMING COHORT

Join the next IT Support & Systems Specialist cohort.

Small groups, mentor-led sessions and a fixed schedule so you actually finish.

Start dateAnnounced soon
ScheduleEvenings · 2×/week
SeatsLimited
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