IT I-BEST
This option gets students started on a pathway towards an exciting career in Information Technology. Students will receive I-BEST support during the first two or three quarters of their program. Students can earn a certificate or an AAS-T Degree in one of the following four IT Pathways: Software Development, Web Development, Web Design, or Data Analytics and Database.
What career opportunities are available with an IT certificate or AAS-T degree?
Career Opportunities | |
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Software Development |
Junior Software Engineer
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Web Development | Webmaster Web Developer Front End Developer |
Data Analytics & Database | Database Administrator Database Designers Database Programmers System Administrators |
Web Design | Web Builder Front End Designer User Interface Designer Web Designer Web Producer |
Find current wage information and career information at Washington Career Bridge.
What are the requirements?
To be eligible for IT I-BEST, you need to meet one of the following requirements:
- ESL 081A OR
- ABE Level 5 OR
- CASAS Reading and Listening: 227 and CASAS Math Score: 215
Please email us if you are unsure of your eligibility and/or English level.
When can I start?
You can start Fall, Winter or Spring quarter.
How long are the programs?
Programming | Web Dev | Database Admin | Web Design | |
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Certificate | 62 credits 5-8 quarters |
62 credits 5-8 quarters |
62 credits 5-8 quarters |
61 credits 5-8 quarters |
AAS-T Degree | 92 credits 8-10 quarters |
92 credits 8-10 quarters |
not available | 91 credits 8-10 quarters |
How to Get Started
- [Download IT I-BEST information sheet]
- Schedule a meeting with Hansell Torres at Hansell.TorresRios@seattlecolleges.edu to confirm your eligibility and make a personalized plan
- Complete the New Student Enrollment Steps (Hansell and BTS staff can help with this)
- Staff will register you for I-BEST classes when you have completed all steps
Who can I talk to if I have questions about IT I-BEST?
Contact Hansell Torres, Student Development Specialist IT-IBEST