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Program SpotlightLearn how project management certifications, such as our Project Management Professional Certificate, can open doors to new career opportunities in Austin's business and tech sectors. Explore the benefits and career paths available to certified professionals.
Career TipsWith the new chip manufacturing plant coming to Austin, many are wondering how to get hired in this exciting field. We're sharing the essential skills and training needed to succeed in tech, from entry-level to advanced positions.
Career TipsReshoring creates jobs — but only communities with trained workers benefit. That's the gap workforce development is built to close.
Career TipsCOVID broke global supply chains. Companies are rebuilding domestically at a pace not seen in generations. Here's how to position yourself to benefit.
Career TipsSupply chains are coming home. Factories are being built on American soil. The workers who get certified now are the ones who get hired first.
Program SpotlightLearn about the benefits and value of CompTIA certifications, including the A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications, and how they can enhance your IT career. Discover the skills and knowledge gained through these certifications and how they align with industry demands.
LocalDiscover the in-demand healthcare jobs in Austin and how to get started in this rewarding field. Learn about our Health Information Technology program and its potential for career advancement.
Career TipsReshoring is real. Billions in new factories are coming online — and they need certified workers who aren't here yet.
Career TipsFrom Austin to Atlanta, these are the metros where certified tech workers are in highest demand — and where you can build a career from the ground up.
Success StoriesFor over 25 years, Michael Brown has been quietly transforming careers across Austin. Here's the story behind WorkforceAP.
LocalDell, Tesla, Apple, Google — Austin's tech scene is booming. Here's how to get in.
Career TipsThe job market rewards speed and credentials. Here are the five certs employers are hiring for right now.
Program SpotlightSix months. No experience required. A job title that commands $75K+. Here's what you need to know.
Career TipsThe hardest part isn't learning to code — it's believing the door is open for you.
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