About the opportunity
Take this free training, gain a certification and guaranteed career support - no brainer!
Netcom Training's government-funded IT Support course is your shortcut to breaking into IT and launching a career in tech.
Learn the essentials - hardware, networks, cloud computing, troubleshooting and more - in an interactive online format and earn a globally recognised CompTIA Tech+ certification.
Course details
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Format: Online, practical workshops
- Schedule: Mon-Thur 6-9pm
- Start date: 17th August 2026
- Spaces: Limited to 35 learners per cohort
What you'll learn
- Setting up and maintaining secure networks
- Configuring and integrating desktop and mobile devices
- Applying cloud security and disaster recovery methods
- Understanding IT systems, legislation and business operations
Potential roles and salaries
- IT Systems Administrator: £25,000 - £35,000
- Technical Support Technician: £23,000 - £27,000
- Entry Level IT Technician: £22,000 - £25,000
- Helpdesk Analyst: £18,000 - £25,000
Additional benefits
- High-impact employability workshops
- Six months' access to online employability courses
- Ongoing career support
Eligibility
- To apply, you must:
- Live in the West Midlands
- Be aged 19 or over
- Earn below the gross annual wage cap of £36,126 (West Midlands)
- Not currently be undertaking any other government-funded training
- Not be in the UK on a student, graduate, postgraduate or sponsorship visa, or as a dependent of someone who is
Cost: This is a free government funded course
Rate:
£35,000/year
Location:
Birmingham
IR35 Status:
Outside
Remote Status:
Remote
Industry:
IT
Seniority Level:
Entry Level