Category
Technology
What It Is
Supports project managers by tracking tasks, timelines, and communication for technology projects.
Best For
Organized people who like technology and project structure but aren’t ready for hands-on technical/coding work.
Avoid If
You prefer deep technical work over administrative/coordination tasks.
Degree Required
No degree required for entry-level coordinator roles.
Skills Needed
Organization, communication, basic project management tools (Jira, Asana, MS Project), attention to detail.
Training Path
Entry-level coordinator role, often after some IT support or administrative experience, with CAPM certification as an optional boost.
Certs / Licenses
CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) is a recognized entry credential.
Time to First Job
Immediate to a few months of certification prep.
Cost to Enter
$300-$1,500 for CAPM exam prep and fees.
Income Range
General estimate: $45,000-$58,000 entry-level coordinator, $65,000-$95,000+ as full project manager later. Corrected 2026-07-14 against BLS: Project Management Specialists, median $100,750 (2024) — broader/higher-bar occupation than an entry coordinator title; treat as directional, not exact.
First Job Titles
IT Project Coordinator, Junior Project Administrator.
Companies Hiring
IT consulting firms, corporate IT departments, software companies.
Best Next Step
Get comfortable with one project management tool (Jira or Asana) and consider the CAPM credential.
Real Training Providers Near You
- Sunset Learning Institute – Centennial, Colorado (4.8★, 157 reviews)
- ACI Learning Colorado Springs – Colorado Springs, Colorado (4.7★, 211 reviews)
- ACI Learning [ITPro] – Centennial, Colorado (4.4★, 25 reviews)
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