The Colorado market for individuals with technical skills is one of the hottest in the Country. Marc Holtzman, Colorado s Secretary of Technology, has stated, There is a shortage of 12,000 technical employees in Colorado. The shortage is expected to increase. The shortage on the national scene is estimated to be approximately 400,000. The number of unfilled technology positions is expected to reach 1.2 million by 2005.
Salaries increase rapidly with experience.
David Cessna began his job duties as the MCB Director of Certification and Training Programs in April. His duties are to coordinate and develop the program. A number of MCSE classes have already been successfully initiated. The next MCSE 2000 class begins January 22. Future plans for the Certification and Training Program include increased offerings and expansion into markets outside of Greeley.