IT Specialist — Summit Academy OIC

Training delivered by Summit Academy OIC in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This directory listing is maintained under ZeilLink. Applications, admissions, and teaching are handled by Summit Academy OIC. This 20-week program develops skills for supporting computers, users, and networks. Initial learning covers hardware, software, operating systems, networking, Microsoft Office 365, technical writing, and IT service concepts. Later study develops troubleshooting and support abilities through networking, computer science principles, computer information technology, and certification preparation. An internship or capstone provides practical experience. Potential pathways include help desk, desktop support, computer repair, and network operations support. Cybersecurity and software development are possible later career pathways, not separate programs in this listing. Certification and employment are not guaranteed. Summit advertises no out-of-pocket cost to students, supported by financial aid and gift funding. Applicants must complete the required admissions and financial-aid process; eligibility is determined by Summit. Current start dates and available seats are not confirmed. Check the official program page before applying. Source: https://saoic.org/training/it-specialist Program information researched September 9, 2026. Cover image: AI-generated illustration, not a photograph of Summit’s campus or students.