Computer Software Specialist

This certificate sets you up for jobs where strong computer skills really matter — things like navigating systems and databases, using presentation, spreadsheet and other applications confidently, and solving everyday tech problems. And if you’re thinking about going further in the tech world, this program plugs right into the Computer Support Technician AAS degree, so you can keep building your momentum.

You’ll get hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software, plus a strong foundation in operating systems. It’s not just learning about software — you’ll use it in real scenarios the same way professionals do.

Program Highlights

This program is available on all three RCC campuses. It starts with the basics and helps you level up fast. By the time you’re done, you’ll be confident installing, troubleshooting and using professional business software and operating systems to support digital and electronic projects. The two terms go like this: For this program, you will need a computer system with 8GB or more of RAM, 60GB free hard drive space and Hardware Virtualization (VT-x) settings in the BIOS enabled.

• Term 1: A big dive into database, spreadsheet and presentation software.
• Term 2: You’ll learn to do data analysis with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and learn to install, configure and troubleshoot all three of the major operating systems.