Per Scholas Vets in Tech is working to make careers in technology more accessible to veteran service members and military spouses who are interested in tech. Your service has helped you to build skills and leadership qualities that will make you a competitive candidate for top employers. With no-cost technology training, professional development, and career support from Per Scholas, you can unlock your potential to earn a thriving wage and build for your future.
*Per Scholas is proud to be a DOD Skillbridge approved provider!
Receive hands-on learning and mentorship to prepare for the job, industry-recognized certifications (paid for by us), and your career.
Learners work with the Learner Support team to gain financial control and design success plans for personal goals, wellness and more.
20% of our curriculum focuses on Professional Development with opportunities for mock interviews, resume refreshes, and other Job Search prep support with opportunities for one-on-one coaching now and after you graduate.
Learners are connected to a network of 20k+ alumni and 850+ employer partners across the country.
IT Support, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering courses are DOD SkillBridge-approved! We are currently in the process of having the other courses listed below approved also.
Systems Support
IT Support offers the opportunity to earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate and the CompTIA A+ certification, equipping you with the knowledge to fill a wide range of entry-level technology jobs. Recommended starting point for learners with no previous tech work experience or coursework.
Certifications CompTIA A+, Google IT Support Professional Certificate
This course is currently offered in select locations. Candidates must live within commutable distance of the Per Scholas location to be eligible.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity offers the opportunity to earn the Cybersecurity Analyst Certification (CySA+), equipping you with fundamental concepts in security specialties and hands-on training to enter this ever growing field as a cybersecurity analyst. Previous tech work experience or education preferred.
Certifications CompTIA CySA+
This course is currently offered in select locations. Candidates must live within commutable distance of the Per Scholas location to be eligible.
Software Engineering
The 15-week Software Engineering course dives deep into every aspect of software engineering - computer science, React, Node, design patterns & system architecture, and more. Previous knowledge recommended.
This course is currently offered in select locations. Candidates must live within commutable distance of the Per Scholas location to be eligible.
Cloud
This 15-week skills development training prepares individuals for positions in the cloud through real-world, scenario-based learning, labs, and coursework. Currently offered online. Previous tech work experience or education preferred.
Certifications AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Partners
This course is currently offered in select locations. Candidates must live within commutable distance of the Per Scholas location to be eligible.
Systems Support
This 8-week course prepares learners for in-demand Telecoms and Network Engineering openings TEKsystems has in Phoenix. Learners will gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience with data center connectivity and best practices through real-world labs, rack construction, wiring, and troubleshooting techniques.
Certifications CISCO Network Essentials, OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification, OSHA NFPA 70E
Partners
Data Engineering
This 14-week data engineering training prepares you for in-demand Data Engineer roles. Enhance your python programming knowledge with fundamental data engineering skills like Data Modeling, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis & Visualization, Distributed Data Processing, DevOps, and more. Currently offered online. Existing Python knowledge required.
Partners
Systems Support
Powered by TEKsystems, this course is designed to prepare you for specific job demand employers have in demand locally. The curriculum will equip you with mastery of fundamental concepts in Networking, Active Directory, ITIL, and more. This course provides the opportunity to earn the CompTIA A+ certification. Recommended starting point for learners with no previous tech work experience or coursework.
Certifications CompTIA A+
Partners
This course is currently offered in select locations. Candidates must live within commutable distance of the Per Scholas location to be eligible.
Software Engineering
Get trained on the specific technical skills employers are looking for in entry and mid-level Full Stack Java Developers. Through this course, you'll advance your coding skills and gain experience with Java Programming, Relational Databases, Java EE, Spring Framework, CI/CD, and more. This course is not offered on a continuous basis. Basic Java or Object Oriented Programming Knowledge Required.
Partners
Systems Support
Desktop Support offers the opportunity to earn the CompTIA A+ certification, equipping you with the knowledge to fill a wide range of entry-level technology jobs.
Certifications CompTIA A+
Software Engineering
This 15-week Full Stack Java Development course provides learners the foundations to learn or advance their Java knowledge with the critical skills needed to excel in contemporary web development using the Java SE and EE frameworks. This course is not offered on a continuous basis. Previous knowledge recommended.
Available to learners within the United States who do not live in the area of Columbus (OH), the National Capital Region, or the states of New York, Illinois, Kentucky, Kansas, or Maryland.
This course is currently offered in select locations. Candidates must live within commutable distance of the Per Scholas location to be eligible.
Systems Support
Satellite IT Support courses offer the opportunity to earn the Google IT Support Professional Certificate and the CompTIA A+ certification, equipping you with the knowledge to fill a wide range of entry-level technology jobs while staying closer to your neighborhood. These are taught in partnership with local organizations to allow us to reach a wider geography, eliminate onerous commutes and make our instruction more accessible throughout NYC.
Per Scholas currently partners with Commonpoint Queens, Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC of Staten Island, the Stanley Isaacs Neighborhood Center, and Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation.
Certifications CompTIA A+, Google IT Support Professional Certificate
Partners
Systems Support
IT Support & Security Fundamentals offers the opportunity to earn the CompTIA A+ certification, equipping you with fundamental concepts in security specialties and hands-on training to gain the initial knowledge and skills to get started in an entry-level security-related role. You will also learn cyber security fundamentals and gain some hands-on experience to help you prepare for entry into a security career. Currently a hybrid-style course.
Certifications CompTIA A+
Partners
Systems Support
Salesforce Administrator will provide learners with the opportunity to earn the Salesforce Administrator certification and a variety of Salesforce Trailhead Badges through rigorous remote training covering a variety of topics to prepare for entry-level Salesforce Administrator roles. This course is not offered on a continuous basis. Suitable for all levels.
Available to learners within the United States who do not live in the area of Columbus (OH), the National Capital Region, or the states of New York, Illinois, Kentucky, Kansas, or Maryland.
Certifications Salesforce Administrator Certification
Learning to be a professional in a working environment, updating my resume, taking part in mock interviews, these all helped me to come out of training more comfortable in an interview than I ever was before.
We are just strangers, random people to them, and this whole organization of real people came down to support us. I’m so grateful for it. It’s hard work, but it feels good to work hard when people support and celebrate you in that work.
I feel very fortunate to have had this training. It’s so necessary to give folks a chance at a career field they didn’t think was a thought or choice.
With my old skill set, no one would hire me. Since graduating from Per Scholas, I have had 5 people contact me for jobs right here in Atlanta.
Per Scholas courses are 100% cost-free to the learner. There are no fees before, during, or after. We cover tuition, materials, and the cost of certifications when applicable. However, since our training is full-time, and requires strict attendance and a commitment to studying, there is an opportunity cost – time, transportation (when in-person), meals, and in some cases, professional business attire.
Per Scholas requires a Monday through Friday full time (typically 9 am-5 pm) commitment. On average, you can expect a commitment of 30-40 hours in-class and 20 hours (3 hours a day) out of class studying.
No. For classes tied to a physical Per Scholas campus, we require candidates to live within a commutable distance to best facilitate our professional development and support in helping you secure full time employment. We do have National Remote training courses open to applicants from any US city; however, these are based on employer demand so start dates and requirements may not be consistent throughout the year.
In general, learners must:
See specific requirements by class on the individual course pages.
Our admissions process varies by campus and course but here is what you can generally expect. After you complete an application, you’ll learn about the admissions process for your specified course and campus. For instance, some courses require a technical assessment and certain campuses require a background check.
Yes. We do have classes that are online/remote. Whether remote or in-person all of our classes are live and instructor-led with strict attendance policies. The individual course pages will tell you if the course is delivered in person or remotely. Additionally, for classes tied to a physical Per Scholas campus, we require candidates to live within a commutable distance to best facilitate our professional development and support in helping you secure FT employment.
Per Scholas provides small financial assistance stipends to learners in specific courses or based on individual learner need on a limited basis. We do not pay learners a full hourly or annual salary. This is because we offer up to $15k of cost-free training to each learner and 2 years of additional training opportunities, coaching, and professional development.
Since our training is live, instructor-led courses we have a strict Monday-Friday full-time schedule during daytime hours. At this time we do not have weekend or evening classes available. Some people are able to coordinate with current employers for more flexible scheduling with night/weekend shifts but we know it isn’t possible for everyone.
During the admissions process, we will assess each candidate’s needs on a case-by-case basis. For remote learners that do not have sufficient tech access, we do have limited supplies of loaner equipment.
The goal of all of our training is to help you secure/obtain employment and take the next step in your tech career. We work with you throughout the training on technical skills and professional development. Once you complete your course, we will help connect you with opportunities at employer partners and provide ongoing career coaching. While 80% of our grads land jobs after the training, we do not guarantee a job.
If you want to take another Per Scholas course, we ask that you wait at least a year after graduation to apply. This will allow you to gain some real world experience!
Currently, Per Scholas is not an approved GI Bill provider. We are in the process of gaining approval to become one. We will update this section as new information becomes available.
Currently, Per Scholas is not an approved VetTec provider. We are in the process of gaining approval to become one. We will update this section as new information becomes available.
Yes – we are DOD Skillbridge approved! You can view more information on the Skillbridge website here.
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Yes! We welcome Military Spouses to become future Per Scholians. Moreover, we are members of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership or MSEP.
Our Military Community support program is in its infancy stage. We definitely support members of the Guard and Reserve. We also have accommodations in place in case you are called to active duty. We have plans to sign the ESGR statement of support in early 2024.
No! You do not have to have a rating in it to participate in our training. If you do have an IT rating, you can access our more advanced courses.
Yes! Your instructor will work with you. Our Learner Support team will work with you as well; you will be able to attend your appointments.
Whether or not Per Scholas seems like the right fit for you, consider these additional resources for Veterans, Military Spouses, and the Military Community:
This course is only offered at select Per Scholas locations. Choose a location to get the most accurate course information.
