Heald's Honolulu campus has a rich Hawaiian heritage. We're proud
of our reputation for high quality education that began in 1917
with the founding campus, Honolulu Business College, and
continued in 1934 with the establishment of Cannon's School of
Business. The campus that stands today joined the Heald College
family in 1993. As the greater Honolulu area emerges as a great
market for new jobs with top employers, we continue educating
students to become uniquely qualified for rewarding careers in
healthcare, business and technology.
This field is perfect for people who want to stay on top of
current technologies. Individuals who specialize in this area
generally have a passion for computers and a knack for problem
solving.
As computers become an increasingly vital part of virtually every
kind of business, the evolving technologies - and the people who
understand them - take on even greater importance. Cisco®
routers and switches are the products most widely used to send
information from one network to another. As the demand for
networked computer systems grows, so does the demand for
CCNA®s and CCNP®s, who understand how to configure,
maintain and support Cisco® routers and switches.
Graduates of Heald's Cisco® Systems Administration program
pursue CCNA® certification, and then assume a variety of
positions, including help desk technician, field technician,
network technician and customer service technician. Graduates of
our advanced Cisco® Systems administration program pursue
CCNP® certification, and then, assume rewarding careers in a
variety of positions, including network administrator, Level II
Support Engineer, Level II Systems Engineer, network engineer or
deployment engineer.
Associate's or Certificate in Microsoft® Windows® 2003
Systems Administration
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Is Microsoft® Systems Administration the right program for
me?
This field is perfect for people who want to stay abreast of
current technologies. Individuals who specialize in this area
generally have a passion for computers and a knack for problem
solving.
What's the job outlook?
As computers become an increasingly vital part of virtually every
kind of business, the evolving technologies - and the people who
understand them - take on even greater importance. Microsoft®
makes the most widely used operating systems in the world today.
As the number of Microsoft® users grows, so does the demand
for qualified networking professionals who understand how to
configure, maintain and support Microsoft® products.
What will I do with my education?
Heald's Microsoft® Windows® 2003 Systems Administration
program will help you prepare to become certified as a
Microsoft® Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE®). Graduates
of this program pursue rewarding careers in a variety of
positions, including network administrator, network engineer,
customer service technician and LAN administrator. Networking
professionals are typically responsible for implementing plans
for computer operations and data processing, and for solving
problems in these areas. They also coordinate the implementation
of computer software and systems design.
Your Heald education in Microsoft® Windows® 2003 Systems
Administration will give you the advantage you need to continue
to grow and stay competitive throughout your career.
Associate's or Diploma in Electronics Technology
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Is a career as an electronics technician right for me?
Electronics technicians are people who have a natural interest in
how things work. They're good at taking things apart and putting
them back together.
What's the job outlook?
Job opportunities abound in the electronics technology field,
with positions available in everything from telephone systems
operation to computer and office machine repair. There's a
growing need for employees who specialize in home entertainment
equipment and commercial and industrial electronic equipment, as
well. Individuals with advanced training can go on to become
specialists who work with other technicians to diagnose
especially difficult problems or consult with engineering experts
to design equipment and develop maintenance procedures.
What will I do with my education?
Graduates of Heald's electronics technology program pursue
rewarding careers, working with equipment including televisions,
radars, industrial equipment controls, computers, telephone
systems and medical diagnostic equipment. You'll perform job
roles ranging from electronics technician and field service
technician to manufacturing technician.
In this line of work, you might work with engineering experts or
other technicians to develop laboratory tests, calibrate and
operate instruments, make calculations or repair equipment.
Associate's or Diploma in Network Systems Administration
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Is a career as a network systems administrator right for me?
Network systems administration is the perfect program for people
who want to have a mission critical role at their place of work.
Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at
troubleshooting and working as a part of team.
What's the job outlook?
Opportunities abound in the network systems administration field,
as companies are relying more heavily on computer networks to
make their operations run smoothly. Job growth in this field will
continue to be driven by rapid gains in computer and data
processing services, which is projected to be the fastest-growing
industry in the US economy.* Today's job market demands capable,
tech-savvy individuals who exhibit proficiency in a range of
network functions, and above all, professional polish.
What will I do with my education?
Graduates of Heald's network systems administration program
pursue rewarding careers in a variety of positions, including LAN
administrator, WAN administrator, junior network administrator,
technical support specialist or network support technician.
You'll also be prepared to pursue the following technical
certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+ and
Microsoft® Certified Professional.
As a network systems administrator, you'll generate reports,
implement and configure customer support databases, install and
maintain servers, recommend hardware and software, and monitor
network performance. No matter which position you hold, your
Heald degree will help prepare you for great success in the
network systems administration field.
Associate's or Diploma in Business Administration - Software
Technologies
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Is a career in software technologies right for me?
Software technologies is the perfect program for people who want
to master both office and computer skills. Individuals who
specialize in this area are generally good at multi-tasking and
working with computers.
What's the job outlook?
Computers create countless efficiencies in today's marketplace,
making them the essential ingredient to business success. The
demand for computer support specialists is steadily increasing as
their employers rely on them to provide technical assistance to
their colleagues. In fact, computer specialists are projected to
be among the fastest-growing occupations through 2010.* Employers
in today's job market are seeking job candidates who have
up-to-date computer skills and the ability to keep pace with
evolving technologies.
What will I do with my education?
Graduates of Heald's software technologies program pursue
rewarding careers in a variety of positions, including software
specialist, computer support specialist, technology coordinator,
help desk specialist, customer service representative and
administrative assistant.
As a specialist in this field, you will perform a variety of
administrative and computer support tasks. Your duties might
include creating presentation materials for your team members or
troubleshooting problems with computer hardware and software. No
matter what position you hold, your Heald degree will help
prepare you for great success in the workplace.
Associate's or Certificate in Web Design and Administration
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Is a career in web design and administration right for me?
Web design and administration is the perfect program for people
who want to represent their companies online. Individuals who
specialize in this area generally have an eye for design and good
organizational skills.
What's the job outlook?
In the last decade, the World Wide Web has grown like no other
technological phenomenon before it. What was once a playground
for techies is now a vital tool for billions of businesses and
consumers world-wide. In the US, the internet is critical to
success in every industry, from business to education to
entertainment to medicine - the government even relies on the
efficiencies it provides now.
What will I do with my education?
Graduates of Heald's web design and administration program pursue
rewarding careers in positions, including web page designer,
website developer, web specialist and webmaster. Certified
Internet Webmaster (CIW) is nationally recognized as the standard
in this industry. Because Heald is a CIW Authorized Academic
Partner, our web design and administration curriculum also
focuses on preparing students for CIW certification exams.
Typically, students who have completed this program go on to earn
additional certifications as CIW Associates, CIW Professionals
and CIW Master Designers.
As a web expert, you'll play a mission critical role on your
company's communications team. You'll be responsible for
designing and managing effective websites. Your Heald education
will prepare you to effectively support your company's internet
and intranet services.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics
Program availability may vary by campus and by quarter.
