Information Technology
Available at the State College and Altoona Campuses
Information technology professionals are in high demand to meet the needs of an increasingly technology-driven world. If you are interested in current technology and want to help maintain the networks and hardware of today's businesses, the Information Technology program at South Hills could be for you. In a hands-on environment, our IT students learn networking, how to develop websites and mobile applications, how to maintain security, and how to troubleshoot hardware and software.
Graduates will earn an Associate in Specialized Technology degree in Information Technology. Students will have the opportunity to work in real-world internships to hone the skills they learn in class. If you are ready to get started on developing the skills necessary for a life-long career in IT, contact an admissions representative today to learn more!
Your career starts here, at South Hills School of Business & Technology. Learn more today about the opportunities open to you!
Find the program that is right for you!
We offer a variety of business, healthcare, and technology programs to meet your career goals. Speaking with one of our admissions representatives is the best way to learn which program is right for you.
Our programs include:
- Software Development and Programming*
- Business Administration—Management & Marketing
- Business Administration—Accounting
- Criminal Justice*
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography*
- Engineering Technology*
- Graphic Arts*
- Health Information Technology
- Information Technology
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Coding & Billing*
*Program offered only at the State College Main Campus.
Why Choose South Hills?
South Hills prepares people for their first job, professional advancement, or a new career. Since 1970, we have believed in "Teaching People, Changing Lives". Here are just a few of the reasons why you should consider South Hills for your educational needs:
- Over 6,000 graduates have earned their specialized associate degrees
- Specialized associate degree programs in business, healthcare, technology, criminal justice, and graphic arts
- Two convenient locations in State College, Pennsylvania & Altoona, Pennsylvania
- Accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
- Real-world internships to help you test your newly acquired skills

Financial Aid Options Available
South Hills School of Business & Technology will assist you in finding the funds necessary to complete your education*. Our knowledgeable team of financial aid administrators can point you in the right direction to make the financial aid decision that's right for you. Fill out the form on this page to speak with an admissions representative today who can help start you on your journey toward a new career.
*Financial aid is available to those that qualify.
We can help you understand the many choices available to you to fund your education, including:
- Applying for Financial Aid
- Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID)
- Federal Pell Grant (PELL)
- Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA)
State Grant and Special Programs