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News March 31, 2020

Jinny Han, Site Manager, Per Scholas Detroit, featured in an interview with HULFT Inc

Jinny Han, Site Manager at Per Scholas Detroit, recently featured in an interview with HULFT Inc. as part of their "Women in Technology" series. Jinny shares her journey and how she and the Per Scholas Detroit team are committed to driving positive impact within the Detroit area by opening doors to careers in technology.

Press Coverage March 13, 2020

Unique Job-Training Program Transforms Lives by Turning Low-Wage Earners into Well-Paid Tech Workers

In MDRC's recent report (see earlier post), Per Scholas graduates out-earned their peers and have gone on to lead rewarding, satisfying lives. Ivan Rivera, a Per Scholas New York alum, is one of many from across the nation whose lives have been tremendously transformed through our training and currently sits on our NY Advisory board.

Press Coverage March 12, 2020

Long-Term Effects of a Sectoral Advancement Strategy

A recent long-term report from MDRC indicates the direct economic impact of Per Scholas training, highlighting graduate earnings increasing by $17,000 over five (5) years. Findings also highlight the decreased use of public benefits and an increase in happiness and well-being in Per Scholas graduates.

News February 21, 2020

Here’s how to know if you need a college degree, according to experts

"Linear education pathways are going to be increasingly uncommon, and we need to ensure that all people have access to the training they need to be successful," states Bridgette Gray, Chief Impact Officer at Per Scholas, on how a changing economy will ultimately change education access.

Press Coverage February 13, 2020

New Yorkers Face a Training Gap for Tech Jobs, but a Study Finds Hope

According to the Center for an Urban Future's recent report, "roughly 90 percent of the tech training programs for low-income adults around the city focus on basic digital literacy and beginner-level skills, and only a fraction offer in-depth, career-oriented training that can bridge into tech careers."

Per Scholas is a proven training model solution to today's hiring needs, presenting new career pathways in tech not only for New York City residents but for graduates across the nation.

Press Coverage January 29, 2020

Texas Women’s Foundation Awards 2019 North Texas Grants

Per Scholas Dallas was one of 24 organizations to receive funding from the Texas Women's Foundation. Funds will support training costs and provide stipends to help alleviate certain barriers that deter single mothers from enrolling and completing their Network Support training such as childcare, transportation, and other household expenses.

Press Coverage January 27, 2020

My Working Day: Kevin White | Culture | Barclays

After five years working as a DJ, Per Scholas graduate Kevin White "cruised" into his cybersecurity career tackling financial crime at Per Scholas Champion Partner, Barclays. Read his "Day in the Life" here:

Press Coverage January 17, 2020

Google Introduces Online Coding Course Python to Train Workers

Per Scholas is excited to partner with Champion Partner Google as it announces its latest professional certificate program in IT Automation with Python.

News January 7, 2020

Tech job access for all: New Yorkers of all backgrounds deserve a shot at upward mobility

As the nation’s second-largest tech sector, NYC's efforts to become the country's most inclusive tech hub must incorporate stronger pathways into tech employment that account for local resident talent as a critical part of its strategy.

News October 30, 2019

Per Scholas Greater Boston: Creating a Tech Talent Solution through Powerful Partnerships