The AMP Program
From Zero to Certified
A structured journey for youth and adults through three phases, each building on the last. No prior experience required. No certifications needed to start.
Phase 1
Discovery
Months 1-3
What You'll Learn
- Professional communication and workplace conduct
- Workstation setup and imaging
- Shadow an IT professional on-site
- Hardware identification and inventory
Environment
- Real nonprofit client sites
- Paired with senior SASGuard engineer
- 20-25 hours per week
- Paid weekly stipend funded by sponsors
Phase 2
Technical
Months 4-6
What You'll Learn
- Handle Tier 1 support tickets independently
- Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
- Troubleshooting methodology
- Active Directory user management
Growth
- Increasing independence on projects
- Client-facing interactions
- Building a professional portfolio
- Weekly progress reviews
Phase 3
Certification
Months 7-12
What You'll Achieve
- CompTIA A+ exam preparation
- Lead a client project start to finish
- Google IT Support Certificate option
- Career placement assistance
You Graduate With
- Industry-recognized certification
- Real-world project portfolio
- Professional references
- Career-ready confidence
No certification required to start.
Whether you're launching your first career or seeking a new direction, AMP provides a clear path forward. All you need is curiosity, reliability, and the willingness to learn. We provide the rest.