Per Scholas Expands Tech Training in Kentucky, Aims to Train 40 More Students This Year
Per Scholas, a non-profit organisation, is expanding its tech training initiatives in Kentucky. The organisation aims to create inclusive talent pipelines in fields like Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, and Software Engineering. It plans to train at least 40 more students this year, adding to the 200 already enrolled in the Commonwealth.
Starting on Monday, April 7, a 13-15 week free tech training course will commence at the Kentucky Career Center in Covington. The course aims to align training with employer needs, ensuring graduates have the skills required by the industry. Dr. Roger Burns, Managing Director for Per Scholas of Greater Cincinnati, is leading this initiative to help people launch careers in Information Technology.
Since its launch in July 2015, the Per Scholas Greater Cincinnati campus has trained over 850 learners in tech skills such as IT Support, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering. More than half of these learners hold a high school diploma as their highest educational credential, demonstrating Per Scholas' commitment to providing opportunities to those from diverse backgrounds. The Kentucky Career Center in Covington has played a significant role in supporting this training and education.
Per Scholas' impact is evident in its economic returns. Every dollar invested in the organisation yields an eight-dollar net economic return. By 2030, Per Scholas aims to train and upskill 25,000 technologists annually, expanding access to high-growth tech careers and fostering economic mobility nationwide. The organisation is transforming lives and shaping Covington's future as a technology hub by equipping students with in-demand tech skills at no cost.
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