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Launch A Career in IT
Our tuition-FREE program offers all the skills and coaching you need to jumpstart your career in technology.
In our Tech Fundamentals program, you will master the basics of IT with real world application and credentials. This program includes:
- Up to 20 weeks of instructor-led virtual training
- Opportunity for a paid internship or a project-based learning experience
- Opportunity to earn industry-recognized certifications: CompTIA A+ & IT Fundamentals+, a Google IT Support Certificate, and an IT Generalist Apprenticeship credential*
- Exposure to Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, and other leading technologies
- Mentoring from senior-level IT professionals
- Employment readiness workshops
- Job placement assistance with access to a wide range of top employers
- A full range of ongoing social service and personal development support
*U.S. Department of Labor recognition; availability varies by region.
4 hour classes running Monday through Friday. Complete the program in less than 6 months.
Program launches in Spring and Fall.
Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the class is filled.
The curriculum for this program includes an IT Support Certificate courtesy of Google.
IT Partners Pathways
Did you know?
We have partnered with The CUNY School of Professional Studies for the “IT Partners Pathways” initiative which awards college credit to NPower New York graduates that successfully complete our industry-informed Tech Fundamentals program!
Graduates can earn up to 15 credits towards the completion of a CUNY SPS bachelor’s degree in CUNY SPS’ participating programs, Information Systems and Business.
Program Eligibility
We are committed to serving those who need us the most. See if you qualify for our Tech Fundamentals program.
Young Adults
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- 18–26 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Legally authorized to work in the US
- Must be located in or near the following cities: Baltimore, Brooklyn/New York City, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, Detroit, Newark, St. Louis, Kansas City, Raleigh, Dayton
Military Veterans and Military Spouses
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- Over 21 years of age
- Must be one of the following: transitioning active-duty service member through the DoD SkillBridge program / honorably discharged / member of the Guard or Reserves
- Located in or near the following cities: Baltimore, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, Detroit, Newark, St. Louis, Kansas City, Raleigh, Dayton
- Legally authorized to work in the US
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Benny CastilloMichel
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