IT (Information Technology) Academy
In May 2006, Southern Arizona Community Academy became the first (and the only high school) Microsoft IT Academy in Arizona!
IT Academy Benefits for Students
- Students learn basic technology skills, which enables students with real-world abilities needed for career success.
- Students will also have the foundation to be successful in environments such as college that require not only a foundation but a proficient use of technology.
- Students will have the opportunity to earn certifications from Microsoft that will distinguish them from other candidates.
- Students will also gain the confidence needed to learn new technologies.
- Students will have the opportunity to discover technology career choices.
- The Microsoft IT Academy program helps students during their early information technology (IT) experience and offers a life-long learning model of continuous improvement and career development.
In addition to being a Microsoft IT Academy, SACA is a Certiport Testing Center, which allows students to become Microsoft Certified right here at SACA. SACA also pays for the student's certification exams!
Certifications Earned at SACA
| Microsoft Word: |
55 |
| Microsoft Excel: |
15 |
| Microsoft PowerPoint: |
21 |
| Microsoft Access: |
3 |
| Microsoft Outlook: |
3 |
| Windows Vista for the Business Worker: |
2 |
| Total: |
99 |
Technology Courses
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