Now is a great time to break into the Information Technology (IT) industry.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that the demand for IT specialists is going to surge between 2021 and 2031, at a growth rate that should create thousands of new IT positions each year. The median annual pay for professionals in the IT industry is already higher than the median annual wage for professionals in other industries, and it’s only predicted to grow in upcoming years.

To grow within the IT industry, you’re going to need to keep your technical knowledge and skills sharp — bootcamps are a great way to make that happen. IT bootcamps help keep your skills fresh as technology evolves; you’ll learn new ways to protect data, manage networks and develop programs that save companies time, money and energy.

What are the best IT bootcamps?

The best IT bootcamps provide a rich combination of skill and experience, and help to prepare learners for productive futures in IT. Consider Pace’s IT Helpdesk Bootcamp, the Cybersecurity Master Bootcamp, TrueCoder’s bootcamps, Flatiron School’s bootcamps and UCR Extension Bootcamps for a jumpstart toward the IT career you deserve.

1. IT Helpdesk Bootcamp by Pace

Location: Fully remote

Commitment: Part-time

Length: 14 weeks

Price: Flexible payment options

Pace’s IT HelpDesk Bootcamp is less than four months, a program designed to equip you with all of the education, resources and skills you need to build a successful career in IT from the ground up. For those enrolling in the bootcamp with prior experience and looking to grow their careers, you’ll receive more field-specific and personalized guidance to help advance your career path.

Possessing IT skills is one thing; actually getting hired is another. This bootcamp provides learners with valuable progress toward both goals. The Pace IT Helpdesk Bootcamp equips students with an acclaimed IT certification which will bolster your skills, enhance your resume and increase your earning potential.

2. Cybersecurity Master Bootcamp

Location: Online

Commitment: 15-25 hours per week

Length: 6 months

Price: $4,275

This Cybersecurity Master Bootcamp is a field-specific course that’s designed to prepare and provide you with the knowledge, skills and credentials you’ll need to become a specialist in the cybersecurity field. While you can seek additional support, there is no personal mentorship provided through the program itself.

This bootcamp is self-paced; you’ll need the self-discipline to complete your coursework during the time allotted. This program is great for self-motivated learners looking to quickly progress into a rewarding IT role.

3. TrueCoders’s Bootcamps

Location: Online

Commitment: Full-time

Length: 9 weeks

Price: $8,100 (live course) or $6,100 (self-paced)

TrueCoders offers both a Software Engineer Bootcamp and a Web Development Bootcamp, both of which equip you with the most in-demand programming languages tools and skills you need. They offer flexible payment plans and extended career support to help you land a job after graduating.

Unlike some other IT bootcamps, these programs require a full-time commitment. You'll be expected to commit a minimum of five hours every day for learning the materials, engaging with Career Services and setting aside time for one-on-one instruction sessions.

4. Flatiron School’s IT Bootcamps

Location: Online available

Commitment: Full-time or part-time

Length: 4 months

Price: $15,000

Flatiron School offers a couple of different IT bootcamps, depending on the field you want to pursue. Their intensive programs cover the essential education and skills you need to build a career in IT, including network and system administration, strategy and analysis, cybersecurity operations and more.

5. UCR Extension Bootcamps

Location: Riverside, CA

Commitment: Part-time

Length: 24 weeks

Price: $10,995

UCR offers both a Coding Bootcamp and a Cybersecurity Bootcamp to help give you an edge in the field and help you stand out among other candidates. You’ll be given access to a comprehensive set of career services that together provides a well-rounded education, familiarizing you with popular tools, programs, platforms and other IT essentials.

Which IT bootcamp is right for me?

Finding that best bootcamp (for you) isn’t as hard as it might sound; you just need to take a few things into consideration when you’re reading the description of each bootcamp.

Here are a few factors to consider when choosing between IT bootcamps:

  • Your experience level, whether entry-level, intermediate or advanced
  • How much you’re willing to invest, and whether or not you’ll need a payment plan
  • The location, depending on if you want to an in-person or a fully remote bootcamp
  • Your commitment availability (part-time or full-time)

And whenever you’re ready to take your career to the next level, we’re here to help.

Pace partners with top-tier universities to provide affordable and effective bootcamps to both aspiring IT professionals working to build their career foundation, and existing IT specialists seeking career advancement.

Our IT Helpdesk Bootcamp is designed to meet you where you’re at, in order to best help you achieve your career goals. Not only will you enhance your industry knowledge and refine your hard and soft skills; you’ll also earn an industry-recognized certificate that will both increase your earning potential and make you a magnet for quality job opportunities.


Send a message to our Admissions team today to jumpstart your IT career today.