Get hired in the ICT industry β ideally in web development, IT support, or cybersecurity.
π Phase 1: Foundations (Weeks 1β4)
Goal: Learn the basics of ICT and choose a focus area.
β Topics:
- What is ICT?
- Intro to Computer Networks
- Operating Systems: Windows, Linux basics
- Internet, Web, and Cloud fundamentals
π Resources:
- Google IT Support (Coursera β free trial)
- Computer Networking Basics β Cisco
- Linux Journey
π Phase 2: Choose Your Track (Weeks 5β12)
Choose one or more of the following based on interest:
π Web Development Track
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Git & GitHub
- Responsive Design
- PHP or Python (Backend)
- MySQL (Database)
π Tools: VS Code, Chrome DevTools
π Sites: freeCodeCamp, W3Schools, YouTube (Traversy Media)
π Cybersecurity Track
- Networking & Security Fundamentals
- Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Linux Commands & Bash
- Basic Python for Automation
- Cyber Hygiene & Best Practices
π Try:
- Google Cybersecurity Certificate
- TryHackMe.com (Beginner Path)
- Cybersecurity Labs (Cisco Skills for All)
π» 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)
π Try: CompTIA A+ (free study on Professor Messer)
Labs: TestOut, Cisco NetAcad
π Phase 3: Projects + Certification (Weeks 13β20)
- 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
π Phase 4: Job Prep (Weeks 21β24)
- Write your resume (see template below)
- Create/update LinkedIn, GitHub
- Apply to 3β5 jobs weekly
- Do mock interviews
- Network with local ICT communities
ICT Job Resume Template (Edit and use)
OMOZEE CHRISTOPHER OSAHON
[Phone] β’ [Email] β’ [LinkedIn] β’ [GitHub/Portfolio]
22 Oghosa Crescent, Off Oba-Eweka Road, Benin City, Nigeria
πΉ 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.
πΉ SKILLS
β’ Programming: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python
β’ Tools: Git, VS Code, Chrome DevTools, MySQL
β’ Platforms: Windows, Linux, AWS
β’ Other: Troubleshooting, Networking, Basic Cybersecurity
πΉ PROJECTS
**Simple Business Website** β 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.
πΉ EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
β’ Google IT Support Certificate *(In Progress)*
β’ B.Sc. in [Your Degree, if any] β [School Name], [Year]
πΉ EXPERIENCE *(Optional / for Entry-Level: Skip or Add Internships)*
**IT Intern** β Local Tech Hub, Benin City
Supported network maintenance and software installation for over 20 computers.
πΉ LINKS
Portfolio: https://yourwebsite.com
GitHub: https://github.com/yourusername