Use Your Arizona ESA for
Real IT Certifications
Turn your Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account into a head start for your teen. ElyIT delivers live, online IT certification training for 8th–12th graders — CompTIA and Cisco — payable with your ESA funds through ClassWallet.
Computer user support specialists earn a median of $60,340 per year† — no college degree required.
Arizona ESA-approved · ClassWallet accepted · Live online instruction · Based in Surprise, AZ
Yes — your Arizona ESA covers IT training
Wondering whether you can spend your Arizona ESA on technology classes? You can. ElyIT is an Arizona ESA-approved IT training provider, and our programs are payable with ClassWallet — the same platform you already use to fund the rest of your child's education. See the step-by-step ClassWallet payment guide for exactly how it works and what to plan around.
Real certifications
Your teen earns industry-recognized CompTIA & Cisco credentials — not just a completion badge.
Live instruction
Taught by an instructor in real time — not a self-paced video dump your teen clicks through alone.
Career-focused
CompTIA and Cisco are the credentials employers actually hire for — a genuine launchpad.
How to pay with your Arizona ESA
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Have your ESA / ClassWallet funds ready
If your child is enrolled in the Arizona ESA program, your funds are already in your ClassWallet account.
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Choose your program
Browse our courses or talk to us about the right fit for your teen's goals and grade level.
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Pay with ClassWallet
Check out using your ClassWallet balance. New to it? We'll walk you through the steps and help confirm eligibility — that's part of our onboarding.
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Your teen starts learning
Live, online classes begin and your teen works toward a real, resume-ready certification.
What your teen earns
Employer-recognized STEM certifications for homeschool and traditional students alike, with live instruction — each certification course runs 12 weeks:
† Median annual wage for computer user support specialists, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024. Market data, not a guarantee of employment or specific compensation.
Why Arizona families trust ElyIT
ElyIT was founded by an IT professional and instructor who has spent a career building technical talent — and now brings that same hands-on, career-focused guidance to Arizona families, funded by your ESA.
45
industry certifications earned by students
83%
first-attempt pass rate on CompTIA A+
14+
years in enterprise IT
11
national technology awards (NACo)
Want the complete breakdown — career paths, pricing, a side-by-side cost comparison, and parent FAQs?
See our full guide for parentsArizona ESA & IT training — FAQs
Can I use my Arizona ESA for IT certification courses?
Yes. ElyIT is an Arizona ESA-approved IT training provider, and our courses are payable with ClassWallet — the platform Arizona uses to manage ESA funds. If you’re unsure about your specific account, we’ll help you confirm eligibility.
How do I pay with ClassWallet?
You pay using your ClassWallet balance. We guide every family through the checkout steps, so you don’t have to figure out the ESA paperwork on your own.
Are classes online or in person?
All classes are held live online, so your teen learns from home anywhere in Arizona. We also host periodic optional in-person project events (like PC builds) in the Phoenix area, separated by age group — enrichment opportunities, not required sessions.
What certifications will my teen earn?
Industry-recognized CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) plus Cisco networking (CCNA and advanced tracks) — the credentials employers actually hire for.
What grade levels is this for?
ElyIT programs are designed for 8th through 12th graders, including homeschool and microschool families across Arizona.
How long does a certification take?
Each certification course runs 12 weeks with live instruction. Enrollment also includes access to official CompTIA learning materials for up to 12 months, so your teen can keep studying and schedule the exam well after the course ends.
Ready to put your ESA to work?
Give your teen a real, career-launching credential — paid for with funds you already have.