IT Career Success: Academy Graduates Achieve Record Hourly Wages in South Florida
Rising IT Wages Reflect Growing Demand in South Florida
March 5, 2008- Improving conditions within South Florida’s Information Technology sector is clearly evident with the continued increase of hourly wages that recent Academy students achieve after graduation in 2008! In a press release posted on December 21, 2007 (press release ), the average hourly wage rate for The Academy’s graduates rounded off to $26.50/hour. Within the last two months of 2008, recent graduates from The Academy’s IT programs have increased that average to $30.50/hour.
This includes two hirees within the last 7 days that received hourly wage rates of $50/hour and $37/hour, respectively. Additionally, both hirees were employed by global institutions with the potential to work outside of the United States in the future. This could only be achieved by The Academy’s graduates ability to receive globally recognized credentials to further increase their market value.
What Drives These High Earning Outcomes?
The Academy’s accelerated boot camp format is designed to get students job-ready quickly, focusing on the hands-on, practical skills that South Florida employers demand. Students gain real-world experience and leave fully prepared to step into high-paying IT roles across industries.
The combination of expert instruction, career support, and industry-aligned curriculum gives Academy graduates a measurable advantage in today’s competitive IT job market in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Globally Recognized IT Certifications Open Doors Worldwide
Earning industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and Cisco CCNA gives graduates a competitive edge not just locally in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, but across global job markets. Employers recognize these credentials as a mark of verified, job-ready skills — making Academy graduates highly sought-after candidates for top-paying IT roles.
IT Programs Offered at The Academy
The Academy offers a comprehensive range of IT training programs tailored to today’s most in-demand career paths. Whether you are starting from scratch or advancing your existing skills, courses are available in CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft, cybersecurity, cloud computing with AWS, and coding. Each program is structured to help students earn recognized certifications and enter the workforce with confidence.
Start Your IT Career at The Academy
Go To Where the Pros Go!
For more information about The Academy’s Vocational Training Courses, please visit OUR CAMPUS or call 305-648-2000. Take the first step toward a high-paying IT career today and join the growing list of Academy graduates succeeding across South Florida and beyond.
