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Job outlook for computer training specialists in the United States
Are computer training specialist jobs in demand?
Computer training specialist job and salary trends over time
Computer training specialist jobs over time
Computer training specialist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 118 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 112 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 110 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 103 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 99 | 0.00% |
Average computer training specialist salary over time
Computer training specialist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $56,348 | $27.09 | +2.4% |
| 2025 | $55,009 | $26.45 | +0.6% |
| 2024 | $54,704 | $26.30 | +0.8% |
| 2023 | $54,245 | $26.08 | +2.3% |
| 2022 | $53,041 | $25.50 | +1.4% |
Computer training specialist jobs by state
Most common states for computer training specialists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 279 | 40% |
| 2 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 125 | 22% |
| 3 | Delaware | 961,939 | 186 | 19% |
| 4 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 553 | 18% |
| 5 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 237 | 18% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,159 | 17% |
| 7 | Alaska | 739,795 | 127 | 17% |
| 8 | Vermont | 623,657 | 103 | 17% |
| 9 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,321 | 16% |
| 10 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 985 | 16% |
| 11 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 213 | 16% |
| 12 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 153 | 15% |
| 13 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 113 | 15% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 754 | 14% |
| 15 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 662 | 14% |
| 16 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 419 | 14% |
| 17 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 401 | 14% |
| 18 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 273 | 14% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 135 | 13% |
| 20 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 113 | 13% |
Most common cities for computer training specialists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Little Rock | 1 | 2% | $38,729 |
Computer Training Specialist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of computer training specialist experts
University of Kansas
Rowan University
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - Newark
Binghamton University, SUNY
The Ohio State University at Lima
North Carolina Central University
Western Illinois University
American Public University System
Forsyth County, Georgia
What experience really stands out on Computer Training Specialist resumes?
Cari Ann Kreienhop: This is a tricky question because organizations can be focused on very different things in a given hiring search. I think what should be important to applicants in crafting their application materials is that they highlight their experience and achievements and highlight these attributes within the context of the organization's mission and strategic plan. The resume is the blueprint of how an applicant can fit into and contribute to an organization's growth; if the applicant doesn't take the time to match their resume experience to the job posting, hiring managers aren't going to take the extra time to read between the lines.
Dr. Kate Seltzer Ph.D.
Assistant ProfessorRowan University
Department of Language, Literacy and Sociocultural education
How would you rate the starting salaries for Computer Training Specialists, as well as the prospects for salary advancement?
Dr. Kate Seltzer Ph.D.: Educators are not paid nearly enough. However, working in a state with strong teachers' unions helps to ensure a starting salary that recent graduates can live off of and growth opportunities, albeit modest, over their careers.
What type of skills will young Computer Training Specialists need?
Margery Amdur: Students need to be far more self-sufficient, curious, and persistent. They need to surround themselves with others who are driven. They also need to be grateful if they get a job offer. It will put them on a path. "On a path" is better than not being on a track.
Resilience and the willingness to be vulnerable continue to be critical mantras!
I know this doesn't have anything to do with technology, but attaining skills that reside outside of the academy will serve all of us!
Matthew McConn
Associate Professor of English Education, Department ChairBinghamton University, SUNY
Department of Teaching, Learning and Educational Leadership
What general advice would you give to a Computer Training Specialist?
Matthew McConn: It's best to be fully certified before you sit for an interview. That means completing the EdTPA and all certification exams. Students tend to put off the EdTPA portfolio, and it hurts their chances when interviewed, since administrators would have to risk the applicant not passing their exam. However, during the pandemic, there have been some alternative options for candidates, so I would strongly recommend they familiarize themselves with those alternatives.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Computer Training Specialists to find work opportunities?
Leah Herner-Patnode: Usually, urban areas of bigger cities and southern states, such as North Carolina, have many openings. Maine, Florida, California, Hawaii, Washington, and Texas are the most open positions.
Elisha Blankson
Program Director NCCU, Assistant ProfessorNorth Carolina Central University
Communication Disorders Department
What type of skills will young Computer Training Specialists need?
Elisha Blankson: Graduates will need a skill set about the field in which they received training and additional skills useful to the job market. For example, with the changing demographics in the United States, extra skills in information technology and foreign languages will be a plus when entering the job market.
Dr. Richard Filipink Ph.D.
ProfessorWestern Illinois University
History Department
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Computer Training Specialist job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Richard Filipink Ph.D.: An emphasis on remote work skills and adaptability. The ability to professionally use Zoom, Google Meets, Microsoft Teams, and the like will become a fundamental skill for word processing. Being willing and able to alternate from an office to a home work site will become more of a norm.
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Computer Training Specialists in the next 3-5 years?
Dr. Richard Filipink Ph.D.: Everyone will need hardware to run the meetings software and the bandwidth to maintain it. An increase in laptop/desktop preference for home use, as your phone won't be enough to conduct much of your work function.
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Computer Training Specialists in the next 5 years?
Dr. Richard Filipink Ph.D.: Much of this depends on budgets and response to the pandemic. If budgets tighten to pay off the debts caused by how the epidemic was handled in 2020, then a decrease in demand. If things improve in 2021-22, then there should be an increase in demand.
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.
Associate ProfessorAmerican Public University System
Public Administration Department
What type of skills will young Computer Training Specialists need?
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.: The ability to examine all sides of an issue, to include long-term consequences and short-term consequences and unintended consequences and intended outcomes is vital. A focus on goals and objectives, instead of depending on an emotional response, will help lead to the best solutions. Public servants should be adaptable and able to work with people from various cultures. They need to have an understanding of how to work with and motivate individuals and groups. Those who can stay engaged and exercise good judgment will fare best in fluid and changing times.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Computer Training Specialists to find work opportunities?
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.: Some areas are hiring public servants around the United States; however, many places are cutting back, since so many sites had experienced budget cuts, even before COVID-19 lockdowns caused further revenue reductions. If you can't find a full-time job right away, try taking a part-time job, an internship, or a position with a non-profit as a way to continue learning and to give yourself a chance to show the quality of your work.
How do you envision technology impacting Computer Training Specialists in the next 5 years?
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.: COVID-19 has increased the number of people who are working at home. This means a solid basic knowledge of telecommuting, and the ability to work unsupervised will be necessary. The ability to use remote security protocols, the cloud, and various software platforms will be required.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Computer Training Specialists to find work opportunities?
Donna Kukarola: This one, not so sure of, the southeast continues to see options as well as mid-western states.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Computer Training Specialists?
Donna Kukarola: The procurement field is an opportunity; each day will have its own set of challenges and opportunities. Obtaining the right item/service at the right time, at the right price, is not all that procurement does. They are strategic members, sourcing, timing, keeping up with trends, laws, best practices, and advising that the resource desired is already available!
This year, entering the workforce will be different for many interviews to be held electronically - even, perhaps, teleworking when they get the job. Training is a bit more of a challenge then, and it can be hard to get a real feel of the "attitude." Keeping an open mind and being flexible is a must; during this pandemic, we have all had to learn how to do our jobs differently and navigate our careers.