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New IT students could help answer to the skills shortage

Demand for entry level IT training surges

Increased interest in basic training could start to fill the skills gap

Written by Janie Davies

Interest in entry-level IT courses is up 60 percent compared with last year, according to European skills group Firebrand Training.

Students are also paying more attention to Prince2 project management and Vista-based Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer courses.

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New Year is a typical time for workers to consider their career options, said Firebrand chief executive Robert Chapman.

"It is no surprise people are taking the IT plunge – the skills shortage means that there are a plethora of opportunities available to those willing to take the first step on to the ladder," he said.

"Getting qualified now in the basics could be the beginning of a successful and lucrative future career."

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