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Kaplan Career Institute - ICM Campus

Originally created to teach computer skills, Kaplan Career Institute - ICM Campus provides hands-on technical training and professional skills development in its curriculum. Using an adult learning model, qualified instructors use teaching techniques such as laboratory work, demonstrations, and simulations to develop the student's analytical and critical thinking abilities.

Located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Institute's facilities include a computer forensics lab, where students can practice building, testing, and troubleshooting personal computers, current computer hardware and software, and a library with Internet and Intranet access. The school's Career Services department can provide assistance in job searches, resume preparation, and interviewing. The Career Services facilities are available to all KCI graduates, even after they have been initially employed.

Degree and Diploma Programs

Associate Degree in Computer Management

This program provides training in personal computer operation, programming, and data handling, along with knowledge of business theory and practice. Students learn a variety of programming languages and software packages. This degree is also available with several optional concentrations.

The 18 month Database Administration program teaches students to create and manage databases using Microsoft SQL Server. Students learn to develop data models and configure security parameters. Graduates are prepared to take the Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) examinations.

The Network Administration option provides advanced training in networking concepts and local area network management skills.

The Network Engineering Technology option prepares students for the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification. Students learn to configure and support networking operating systems, and interface these systems with the Internet.

The Solutions Development option provides in-depth knowledge of computer systems architecture and the application development tools and skills needed to create business applications.

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Associate Degree in Criminal Justice / Cybercrime

This program combines criminal justice training with computer skills, as students learn to collect computer-based evidence, preserve it, and present it in a court of law. Students gain hands-on experience in data recovery, network security, encryption, and cybercrime investigation in the school's computer forensics lab.

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Computer Network Technician Diploma

Students learn to install, maintain, and repair personal computers and peripherals, and maintain local-area networks in this nine month program. The courses also prepare the graduate to take the A+ CompTIA certification exam.

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Network Administration Diploma

This program is designed for students with previous computer training. Students receive in depth instruction in networking concepts and network administration skills. The one quarter program can be taken during the day or in the evening.

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Admissions and Financial Aid

To get more information about Kaplan Career Institute and its programs, prospective students should complete the online information request form. An admissions representative can answer any questions about admissions policies and procedures. The Financial Aid office helps prospective students apply for all types of grants and loans that the student is eligible for. The school is approved for aid programs including Pell Grants and William Ford Subsidized and Unsubsidized loans.

Kaplan Career Institute - ICM Campus
10 Wood Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222