The microcomputer applications specialist certificate consists of a core of courses which provide job entry skills in the programming and the operation of microcomputers. This certificate can also be the function for advancement to higher level positions in and expanding field.
Instruction includes hands-on experience with microcomputer software.
The rapid spread of computers and computer-based technologies in recent years has generated a need for skilled, highly trained workers. Computers have become essential to the operation of stores, banks, colleges and universities, government agencies, hospitals, factories and many other profit and non-profit entities in our society. Employment is expected to grow as organization seek new applications for computers and improvements to the software already in use.