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The Information Technology career cluster builds linkages in IT occupations for entry level, technical and professional careers related to the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia and systems integration services.
Career Pathways
- Information Support & Services
- Network Systems
- Programming & Software Development
- Web & Digital Communications
As stated in the New Jersey Perkins V State Plan, career and technical education programs of study must support career pathways meeting two out of the following three criteria, high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand occupations. The following CIP codes from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) have been identified as meeting these requirements at the state level.
| CIP Code | Program Name | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 11.0102 | Artificial Intelligence | A program that focuses on the symbolic inference, representation, and simulation by computers and software of human learning and reasoning processes and capabilities, and the computer modeling of human motor control and motion. Includes instruction in computing theory, cybernetics, human factors, natural language processing, and applicable aspects of engineering, technology, and specific end-use applications. |
| 11.0902 | Cloud Computing | A program that prepares individuals to design and implement enterprise software systems that rely on distributed computing and service-oriented architecture, including databases, web services, cloud computing, and mobile apps. Includes instruction in data management, distributed and cloud computing, enterprise software architecture, enterprise and cloud security, mobile systems and applications, server administration, and web development. |
| 11.1003 | Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance | A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting. |
| 14.0901 | Computer Engineering, General | A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer hardware and software systems and related equipment and facilities; and the analysis of specific problems of computer applications to various tasks. |
| 11.0201 | Computer Programming/Programmer,General | A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks. |
| 11.0701 | Computer Science | A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations. |
| 11.0901 | Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in operating systems and applications; systems design and analysis; networking theory and solutions; types of networks; network management and control; network and flow optimization; security; configuring; and troubleshooting. |
| 43.0403 | Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counter Terrorism | A program focusing on the principles and techniques used to identify, search, seize and analyze digital media and to conduct cyber investigations against criminal and terrorist activity. Includes instruction in computer boot processes and drives, jumper setting, file access and reconstruction, hacking, network systems, cryptography, programming, investigative techniques, forensic imagery, web-based investigation methods, cyberterrorism, and applicable laws and administrative procedures. |
| 11.0804 | Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation | A program focusing on the principles of applied visual simulation technology and the application of quantitative analyses to human-computer interaction. Includes instruction in object-oriented programming, artificial intelligence, computer communications and networks, computer graphics, virtual worlds and simulation systems, probability, statistics, stochastic modeling, data analysis, human-performance evaluation, and human-behavior modeling. |
| 11.1001 | Network and System Administration/ Administrator | A program that prepares individuals to manage the computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software and applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking; principles of information systems security; disk space and traffic load monitoring; data backup; resource allocation; and setup and takedown procedures. |
| 11.0801 | Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design | A program that prepares individuals to apply HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, graphics applications, and other authoring tools to the design, editing, and publishing (launching) of documents, images, graphics, sound, and multimedia products on the World Wide Web. Includes instruction in Internet theory, web page standards and policies, elements of web page design, user interfaces, vector tools, special effects, interactive and multimedia components, search engines, navigation, morphing, e-commerce tools, and emerging web technologies. |
| 11.1004 | Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster | A program that prepares individuals to develop and maintain web servers and the hosted web pages at one or a group of web sites, and to function as designated webmasters. Includes instruction in computer systems and networks, server installation and maintenance, web page design and editing, information resources management, web policy and procedures, Internet applications of information systems security, user interfacing and usability research, and relevant management and communications skills. |
Industry-valued credentials (IVCs) are identified by the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) as:
- Valued – demanded by employers.
- Portable – skills learned are transferable and provide broad opportunities.
- Stackable – skills learned may lead to opportunities for continuous or advanced training and education.
- Rewarding – lead to higher wages, career advancement and or increased job security.
Obtaining an Industry Valued Credential (IVC) is a method districts can use to meet the requirement that a Program of Study culminates in the attainment of a recognized postsecondary credential. Previously, NJDOE analyzed credentials provided by the New Jersey Department of Labor and aligned them to CIP codes and assigned them a designation of Tier I or Tier II.
- Tier I IVCs were defined as stackable credentials and not eligible to be used as a pathway for Program of Study Status.
- Tier II IVCs were defined as advanced credentials and were eligible to be used as a pathway for Program of Study Status.
In 2024, the NJDOE proposed and gained approval from the Credentials Review Board for an evidence-based submission and review process to enable districts to offer additional IVC to students as a pathway for meeting legislative requirements.
| Certification Name | Organization Name | Credential Status | Applicable CIP Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Adobe Dreamweaver |
Adobe Systems, Inc. (Certiport Assessment) |
Tier II |
11.0801, 11.1004 |
|
Amazon Web Services-Certified Solutions Architect Associate |
Linux Academy, Amazon Web Services |
Tier II |
11.1001, 11.0901 |
|
Amazon Web Services-Data Engineer Associate |
Amazon Web Services |
Tier II |
11.0201, 11.0804, 11.0701 |
|
Amazon Web Services-Developer Associate |
Amazon Web Services |
Tier II |
11.0201, 11.0701, 14.0901 |
|
Amazon Web Services-SysOps Administrator Associate |
Amazon Web Services |
Tier II |
11.1001, 11.1003, 11.0901 |
|
Certified Application Developer |
Institute for the Certification of Computing Professionals |
Tier II |
11.0201, 11.0701 |
|
Certified Ruby Programmer |
Ruby Association |
Tier II |
11.0201, 11.0701 |
|
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) |
Cisco Systems, Inc. |
Tier II |
11.1001, 11.0901 |
|
CompTIA A+ Certification |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
11.0901, 14.0901, 11.0201, 11.1003 |
|
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
CompTIA Cloud+ |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
11.0902 |
|
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
43.0403, 11.1001, 11.1003 |
|
CompTIA Network+ |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
11.0901, 11.1001 |
|
CompTIA Security+ |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
11.1001, 11.1003 |
|
CompTIA Server+ |
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) |
Tier II |
11.1001, 11.1003, 11.0901 |
|
GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
GIAC Certified Incident Handler |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
GIAC Certified Penetration Tester |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
GIAC Mobile Device Security Analyst (GMOB) |
Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003, 43.0403 |
|
GIAC Security Leadership Certification |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional |
Global Information Assurance Certification |
Tier II |
11.1003 |
|
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate |
Microsoft |
Tier II |
11.0901, 11.0902, 11.1001, 11.1003 |
|
Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Developer |
Microsoft |
Tier II |
11.0701, 11.0201 |
|
Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) IT Infrastructure |
Microsoft |
Tier II |
11.0901, 11.1001, 11.1003, 14.0901 |
|
Oracle Certified Associate Java SE |
Oracle |
Tier II |
11.0701, 11.0201 |
|
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Associate |
Oracle |
Tier II |
11.0902, 14.0901 |
Teachers of CTE Programs of Study must hold the endorsement aligned to the program CIP code. The following table provides the eligible CIP codes in this career cluster and the corresponding CTE endorsement an educator would need to hold to be able to teach courses and the program of study. For more information on endorsements visit the Certification homepage.
| CIP Code | Program Name | CTE Endorsement |
|---|---|---|
| 11.0102 | Artificial Intelligence | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.0902 | Cloud Computing | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.1003 | Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 14.0901 | Computer Engineering, General | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.0201 | Computer Programming/Programmer,General | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.0701 | Computer Science | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.0901 | Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 43.0403 | Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counter Terrorism | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.0804 | Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.1001 | Network and System Administration/ Administrator | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.0801 | Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design | #4128 Computer Science Technology |
| 11.1004 | Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster | #4128 Computer Science Technology |