AIM Institute (aiminstitute.org) has been awarded a $25,000 FNBO impact grant for its Advanced Technical Training program. This funding will help provide individuals the opportunity to complete courses in Advanced Technical Training offerings, which include AIM’s Tech Navigator services, AIM Code School, SWIFFT (Southwest Iowa Free Technical Training) and Demystifying Tech Workshops.
A Greater Omaha Area Chamber of Commerce study estimates an average of 600 unfilled tech jobs in the area. This shortfall exists despite Nebraska tech worker numbers rising by nearly 12,000 since 2011, which suggests the demand for tech talent outpaces IT workforce growth, according to the Nebraska Tech Collaborative. In addition, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts tech job needs will increase 26% by 2026.
AIM’s Advanced Technical Training provides a pipeline to technology careers that start with introductory content and career sessions to help students align their strengths to tech’s five areas (coding, data, design, cybersecurity and operations) before they progress to specialized courses tailored to industry needs.
The free Advanced Technical Training program is open to students age 18 and over, which ensures cost is not a barrier to highly in-demand tech skills training. Courses vary from four to 16 weeks with certifications in hardware, networking, at-home troubleshooting and system administration; web development; and full-stack development.
AIM Institute is a nonprofit that grows a strong and diverse tech community through education, career development and community outreach. AIM envisions a thriving community where anyone can pursue a rewarding career in technology.
Contact Kevin Schuster, kschuster@lukaspartners.com, (402) 917-6001 for more information.