Career: Computer Support Specialist
Average salary: $41,470
Degree needed: Bachelor’s degree in computers or relevant certifications
Certifications: Many certifications available depending on the type of systems specialized in
Scholarships: Apply online
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Common employers: Every company that uses computers has computer support specialists on-staff or contract out to a computer support company
Job outlook: Strong job growth, good job prospects for women with a college degree
Common duties may include:
Skills needed:
YourBeanstalk’s Opinion: While the technology field once used to be filled with men, there are now more than a fair share of women stepping into the ranks and neutralizing all that maleness. Because of our dependency on computers, computer support specialists will always be needed, making this career stable and in-demand. This is a great job for women in all walks of life – whether married, single, with or without kids.
