Custom Learning Roadmap for ICT Jobs (Beginner to Intermediate)

Custom Learning Roadmap for ICT Jobs (Beginner to Intermediate)

 

Get hired in the ICT industry — ideally in web development, IT support, or cybersecurity.


📅 Phase 1: Foundations (Weeks 1–4)

Goal: Learn the basics of ICT and choose a focus area.

Topics:

  • What is ICT?
  • Intro to Computer Networks
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Linux basics
  • Internet, Web, and Cloud fundamentals

📘 Resources:


📅 Phase 2: Choose Your Track (Weeks 5–12)

Choose one or more of the following based on interest:

🌐 Web Development Track

  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Git & GitHub
  • Responsive Design
  • PHP or Python (Backend)
  • MySQL (Database)

🛠 Tools: VS Code, Chrome DevTools
📚 Sites: freeCodeCamp, W3Schools, YouTube (Traversy Media)


🔐 Cybersecurity Track

  • Networking & Security Fundamentals
  • Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Linux Commands & Bash
  • Basic Python for Automation
  • Cyber Hygiene & Best Practices

🎓 Try:

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • TryHackMe.com (Beginner Path)
  • Cybersecurity Labs (Cisco Skills for All)

💻 IT Support / Generalist Track

  • Troubleshooting Windows/Linux
  • Computer Hardware Basics
  • Networking (IP, DNS, DHCP)
  • Basic scripting (PowerShell or Bash)
  • Cloud (Intro to AWS or Azure)

🎓 Try: CompTIA A+ (free study on Professor Messer)
Labs: TestOut, Cisco NetAcad


📅 Phase 3: Projects + Certification (Weeks 13–20)

  • Build a portfolio website
  • Try freelance tasks (Fiverr, Upwork, GitHub issues)
  • Prepare for certification exams (CompTIA, Google, AWS)
  • Contribute to open source or personal GitHub projects

📅 Phase 4: Job Prep (Weeks 21–24)

  • Write your resume (see template below)
  • Create/update LinkedIn, GitHub
  • Apply to 3–5 jobs weekly
  • Do mock interviews
  • Network with local ICT communities

ICT Job Resume Template (Edit and use)

OMOZEE CHRISTOPHER OSAHON  
[Phone] • [Email] • [LinkedIn] • [GitHub/Portfolio]  
22 Oghosa Crescent, Off Oba-Eweka Road, Benin City, Nigeria

🔹 PROFILE  
Motivated and detail-oriented ICT professional with hands-on skills in [Web Development / IT Support / Cybersecurity]. Passionate about delivering real solutions using current technologies and best practices.

🔹 SKILLS  
• Programming: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python  
• Tools: Git, VS Code, Chrome DevTools, MySQL  
• Platforms: Windows, Linux, AWS  
• Other: Troubleshooting, Networking, Basic Cybersecurity

🔹 PROJECTS  
**Simple Business Website** – HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL  
Built a responsive web app for a small business, featuring a contact form, product gallery, and admin dashboard.

**Login System with PHP & MySQL**  
Designed and deployed a secure user authentication system with session handling and form validation.

🔹 EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS  
• Google IT Support Certificate *(In Progress)*  
• B.Sc. in [Your Degree, if any] – [School Name], [Year]

🔹 EXPERIENCE *(Optional / for Entry-Level: Skip or Add Internships)*  
**IT Intern** – Local Tech Hub, Benin City  
Supported network maintenance and software installation for over 20 computers.

🔹 LINKS  
Portfolio: https://yourwebsite.com  
GitHub: https://github.com/yourusername  

 

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