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Provider Portal > Per Scholas

Per Scholas

October 16, 2019

Per Scholas

MISSION

Per Scholas is a national nonprofit that provides no-cost tech training, certifications, career development and job placement for un/underemployed individuals from underrepresented communities in the tech industry.

POPULATIONS SERVED

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.

SERVICES PROVIDED

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 SUPPORTED

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.

INDUSTRIES SUPPORTED

  • Business Schools and Computer and Management Training
  • Business Support Services
  • Computer Systems Design and Related Services

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231 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite M-100, Atlanta, GA 30303

404-793-2309

atlanta@perscholas.org

https://perscholas.org/apply

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  • Nonprofit organization
  • Workforce development provider
  • Started in 1995
  • Located within Atlanta BeltLine

Intake Options:

  • Email
  • Referral
  • Walk In

To learn more about us and to fill out an application, visit our website!


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