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Information Technology Certified Associate

Entry pathway built from five stackable IT fundamentals certificates with hands-on labs.

150 (5 × 30) instructional hoursArea: Information TechnologyStackable certificates; pathway to professional certs

Which ISACA certification is right for you?

Key areas
Stackable certificates in Computing, Networks and Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Software Development, and Data Science.
Career stage
Early professional, recent graduate, student, career switchers, or those seeking to reskill.
Average salary (US$)
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Typical job titles
Applications Developer, Systems Engineer, Database Administrator, Software Developer, Computer Operator, Technical Support Specialist, PC Technician, Help Desk Analyst
Experience required
None.
Exam required
Yes — one exam for each of the five certificates that make up the certification.
Recommended pre-requisites
None.
Hands-on labs
Yes — hybrid performance and knowledge-based exam.
Career path advancement
Pursue IT Risk Fundamentals certificate and attain CPEs.

CPE credit hours

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) is essential for maintaining ISACA certification status. Year 1 CPE hours are optional. Years 2+ require a minimum of 20 CPEs each year and 120 CPEs over three years, plus compliance with the ISACA Code of Professional Ethics. Full policies: isaca.org.