Coursera Training Program

Program Information

KIPP Forward NorCal and Accenture are delighted to introduce our comprehensive 12-month Training Program, designed to provide students and alumni with a unique opportunity to acquire two distinct certifications, enhancing their prospects for entry-level internships and careers within the esteemed tech industry. Typically, these certifications entail substantial expenses; however, our program offers them to participants free of charge.

Program Expectations

Participants will have the flexibility to pursue these trainings at their own pace, with the recommendation of dedicating a minimum of 10 hours per week to effectively complete both certifications within the 12-month timeframe. Our primary expectation is for participants to achieve not one, but two industry-recognized tech certifications. The first certification should be completed by the middle of January, while the second one must be accomplished before the program’s 12-month deadline. To support their progress, all participants will be assigned dedicated program advisors, and bi-weekly meetings will be conducted for short progress check-ins.

Program Benefits

This program presents a unique opportunity for participants to acquire entry-level skills that will unlock doors to the tech industry. By incorporating two prestigious industry-recognized certifications into their resumes or LinkedIn profiles, participants will undoubtedly distinguish themselves when applying for internships and entry-level positions within the tech sector.

Certifications Offered

• Google UX Design Professional Certificate Master the fundamentals of UX research, including planning research studies, conducting interviews, usability studies, and synthesizing research results.
• Google Project Management Professional Certificate Acquire an immersive understanding of the best practices and essential skills essential for succeeding in an entry-level project management role.
• Google Data Analytics Cultivate essential analytical skills such as data cleaning, analysis, and visualization, utilizing vital tools like spreadsheets, SQL, R programming, and Tableau.
• Google IT Support Learn to navigate essential systems, including Linux, Domain Name Systems, Command-Line Interface, and Binary Code.

Application Deadline

We invite all prospective participants to apply for this transformative program before the application deadline, which is September 22nd, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST. Seize this opportunity to propel your tech career to new heights!

Click here to apply today!

We eagerly await your applications, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any inquiries. Questions can be emailed to Chris Walker at chris.walker@kippnorcal.org.