IT Workforce Accelerator

IT Workforce Accelerator training center at silvestri hall

STEM Workforce Education and Innovation has launched a formal training center focused on addressing the holistic needs of the IT industry. From technical foundations to career and life preparation skills, the IT Workforce Accelerator (ITWA) is an IT training center for the region serving K-12, individuals, and companies. The center will also serve any YSU students interested in earning IT industry recognized credentials as a non-credit option. ITWA will also address the life, career readiness, and workplace skills needed to be successful in any industry.
 
Located at Silvestri Hall, the center is home to the YSU Data Mine a Data Science for All Learning Community where students of any major and year can learn the foundations of data science while applying their skills with real world corporate sponsored projects. Students will earn up to 4 credit hours per semester for participating in the program.

Technical Industry Credentials

• Software Development
  1. AWS
  2. Cisco
  3. JS Institute
  4. Python Institute
• Networking
  1. AWS
  2. Cisco
  3. CompTIA
• Telecommunications
  1. Fiber Optic Association
  2. Wireless Infrastructure Association
• IT Support
  1. Cisco
  2. CompTIA
  3. Microsoft
• Cloud and AI Foundations
  1. AWS
  2. Microsoft
• Cybersecurity
  1. CompTIA
  2. EC-Council
• Pre-apprenticeship
  1. IT Support: The IT Support pre-apprenticeship, built in collaboration between YSU WEI and the ESCEO, will align to and prepare students for a Computer Support Specialist Registered Apprenticeship Program. This exciting opportunity allows students to obtain valuable industry-recognized credentials in the field of Information Technology in addition to receiving a work-based learning experience. YSU Workforce and the Education Service Center of Eastern Ohio continue to grow in-demand industry skill training for high school students

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Skills Accelerator