TL;DR: The State of Ohio is offering FREE MONEY for workforce development in fields including data analytics. Learn more about the program and how to apply here.
If you spend any time in Ohio it won’t take long before seeing a Stuck in Ohio bumper sticker. It’s apparently meant to be taken ironically, but I’m not sure it usually is. Our state is often the butt of jokes, the stand-in for everything dull about Middle America.
I’ve never felt “stuck” in Ohio, only blessed. Here in Cleveland we have some of the world’s best cultural institutions with a relatively lower cost of living and slower pace of life than traditional tech hubs.
But I will admit, it’s not always been easy to establish a career since I’ve decided to stay here. Ohio is not a traditional tech hub, and it’s not always had the economy conducive to becoming one.
Fortunately, the state is improving, and offering this program with which I look forward to getting involved: the TechCred workforce upskilling initiative. Check out the following video or this guide to learn a bit more about it.
TechCred offers certifications in nearly every professional field imaginable, from CAD drafting to Excel… Well, from what I hear engineers use Excel all the time, so maybe this isn’t the best example. Take a look at the full credential list here and you’ll see it runs the gamut.
These programs are offered by third-party providers, and employers apply and are reimbursed for them on the TechCred website. I am excited to add Stringfest to the list, where I offer a range of opportunities in data analytics such as Excel, statistical analysis, business intelligence, R, and Python.
Learn more about TechCred and apply here.
If you run a data team in Ohio, I’d love to partner with you on the program. If you have questions about participating, you can contact the TechCred office (who are more knowledgeable about logistics than I am). If you have specific questions about the training that I offer, you’re welcome to contact me.
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