Future Students
The Byte Back Pathway
“Byte Back has opened my eyes and brought new opportunities that I really never thought I would have. I gave myself that chance, and now I’m making more.”
The Byte Back Difference
Why Byte Back?
Our graduates have the potential to transform their lives. Here’s what you’ll gain in the program and why employers choose to hire Byte Back graduates:

Inclusive
Education
You are welcomed at Byte Back. Free classes let you focus on what matters most: your potential.

Marketable
Skills
Graduate with technical and professional skills that appeal to hiring managers.

Professional Certifications
Earn industry-recognized certifications from Microsoft and CompTIA.

Career
Guidance
Students and alumni get help with resume and cover letter reviews, interview practice, internships, and job placement.

Life-Changing Community
Find your supportive community of instructors, classmates, mentors, and networking support, supporting you along your path.

Find Your Track
Administrative Professional Track graduates launch careers as:
Administrative Assistants
Office Assistants
Office Managers
Account Payables Specialists
Benefits Specialists
Customer Service Representatives
IT Professional Track graduates launch careers as:
Computer Technicians
PC Technicians
Help Desk Tier I & II Support
IT Support Specialists
Technical Support Specialists
Desktop Support Technicians

Byte Back Graduates Earn More
Earn a living-wage salary in your career as an Administrative Professional
Administrative Assistant median salary in DC:
$48,220 per year
Administrative Assistant median salary in Baltimore:
$40,580 per year
Source: O*NET OnLine https://www.onetonline.org/ 2018
Move into your new high-paying career as an IT Professional
Computer User Support Specialist salary in DC:
$66,390 per year
Computer User Support Specialist salary in Baltimore:
$52,940 per year

Byte Back Graduates Have More Opportunities
Admin Projected Job Openings:
Administrative Assistant (DC):
1,530
Administrative Assistant (Maryland):
6,960
Source: O*NET OnLine https://www.onetonline.org/ 2018
IT Projected Job Openings:
Computer User Support Specialist (DC):
430
Computer User Support Specialist (Maryland):
870
Byte Back News & Updates
Update on Byte Back Virtual Operations & COVID-19
UPDATED DECEMBER 17, 2020 As we continue through this crisis, Byte Back is committed to making thoughtful decisions that prioritize the wellness of our community and being transparent with our updates. We will continue to work and train almost entirely virtually at...
Help Adults Get Back to Work Now
Dear Friend, I hope you and your family are having a happy and healthy holiday season. My name is Barclay Gonzalez and I am an IT End User Support Technician and proud Byte Back graduate. I can honestly say that Byte Back is why I have a job now – and with your...
How Can We Achieve ‘Digital Justice’ in the District?
This piece was originally published in Technical.ly DC on October 15, 2020 as a guest post by Yvette Scorse, Byte Back communications director. See the original here. Byte Back Communications Director Yvette Scorse recaps big themes from the nonprofit's Digital...