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News November 29, 2023

Per Scholas Participates in JPMorgan Chase Panel: “The Opportunity to Expand Apprenticeships – A Field + Funder Conversation”

As a recipient of the $3.5 Million grant from JPMorgan Chase Commitments to Scale Apprenticeship Programs, Per Scholas participated in "The Opportunity to Expand Apprenticeships - A Field + Funder Conversation" on November 16 with Per Scholas Chief of Staff Tamara Johnson on the panel.

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News November 29, 2023

Per Scholas Publishes First Report on the Future of Work in America

OnePoll conducted a random double-opt-in survey of 650 C-suite executives, 100 hiring managers, and 1,500 office workers, commissioned by Per Scholas. This survey revealed the extent to which every role will require a level of tech knowledge in the next 10 years.

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News November 13, 2023

Per Scholas Awarded $1 Million Grant from JPMorgan Chase to Scale Apprenticeship Program

Per Scholas is excited to announce that we received a $1 million grant from JPMorgan Chase to help expand apprenticeship opportunities for learners and scale programs for in-demand occupations.

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News November 9, 2023

Empowering Military Service Members, Veterans and Spouses in Tech

Per Scholas, in partnership with TEKsystems, is leading the way in supporting the military community by providing tuition-free, full-time immersive training for in-demand technical skills that lead to industry-recognized credentials.

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Blog November 8, 2023

Understanding and Preparing for CompTIA A+ Certification: A Comprehensive Guide

The CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers in today’s digital world, and earning your CompTIA A+ certification is a pivotal step towards advancing your career in IT. Read more to learn everything you need to know about the CompTIA A+ certification exam and how to ace it.

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Blog November 7, 2023

Amplifying Hispanic Perspectives in Technology Through Strategic Partnerships

We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month annually from September 15 - October 15, but diversifying the tech landscape to include more Hispanic and Latinx perspectives and presence is something Per Scholas keeps in mind throughout the year. With partners, including TEKsystems, we have connected nearly 1,500 Hispanic learners with technology careers in a field in which they are typically not represented.

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Press Release November 1, 2023

Per Scholas Phoenix Hosts Open House Event and Introduces New Managing Director

Community members in attendance will learn more about Per Scholas and their transformative work in providing training, certification, and job placement services for individuals looking to break into the technology industry.

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Blog October 31, 2023

Pioneering Cybersecurity Diversity with Per Scholas Diverse by Design

With Cybersecurity Awareness Month coming to a close, there’s no better time to discuss the vital need for diversifying the cybersecurity workforce, the potential consequences for technology industry leaders not addressing this issue, and the multifaceted approach that Per Scholas is adopting to break down barriers for underrepresented talent.

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News September 29, 2023

Per Scholas Newark Celebrates Recent Graduates

On September 8, Per Scholas Newark celebrated the accomplishments of two IT Support cohorts and two Cybersecurity cohorts. More than 70 new Per Scholas alumni have jumpstarted their careers in tech! A commencement ceremony was held, honoring our newest alumni for their remarkable accomplishment.

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Press Release September 28, 2023

Per Scholas Celebrates $20 Million Investment from Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott

"Receiving this transformational investment from MacKenzie Scott, one of the most dynamic philanthropists in modern times, is a testament to Per Scholas' impact over our nearly 30 year history. As we've evolved from a computer recycler in the South Bronx to a technical skills trainer in 22 cities and counting across America, we are so grateful for this $20 million gift – the largest, unrestricted funding our organization has ever received," said Plinio Ayala, President & CEO, Per Scholas. "This investment will propel Per Scholas for even greater national impact well into the future, centered on growth and innovation and ensuring our alumni achieve a thriving wage through our Career Accelerator."