Adult Population

• All Adults
• Dislocated Workers
• Individuals seeking to secure a better job
• Low-income individuals
• Military veterans
• Public housing residents
• Refugees
• Unemployed individuals
• Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce

Youth Population

• Needs assistance to gain employment

Languages Supported

• English

Eligibility Restrictions

You may qualify for Per Scholas if:

You are unemployed or underemployed
You have an interest in technology.
You live in or near one of the cities in which we operate.
You have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.
You can read, write and speak in English.
You can pass a basic academic assessment test.
You can attend classes full-time for the entire duration of the course.
You are ready to make an important commitment to building your future.

Job Search & Placement

• Access to job listings
• Career and vocational evaluation
• Employment readiness counseling
• Job performance coaching
• Job referrals
• Job search coaching
• Job search tools and information
• Placing participants in private sector jobs
• Resume development
• Varied job search and placement services

Post-employment Services

• Career counseling
• Career development services
• Financial planning education
• Job performance coaching
• Post-placement follow-up
• Varied post-employment services

Supportive Services

• Adult literacy and basic education

Soft Skills Training

• Adaptability
• Basic financial education
• Behavior modification
• Collaborating with others
• Communication (verbal and written)
• Conflict management
• Customer service
• Dealing with diversity
• Decision making
• Emotional intelligence
• Goal setting
• How to dress
• Interpersonal skills
• Interview skills
• Leadership
• Managing stress
• Personal branding
• Personal hygiene
• Planning / organizational skills
• Professional conduct
• Self confidence
• Time management
• Varied soft skills training

Occupations

• Computer and Mathematical Occupations

Industry Recognized Credentials

• Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) - CompTIA A+ Certification
• Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) - CompTIA Network+ Certified Professional

SPECIAL SKILLS

Per Scholas equips students with the skills they need to take and pass CompTIA certifications and empowers students to break into careers in technology.