Session: The impact of Certifications and Credentials in the untapped Community
Greetings, my name is Professor Tracey Sigers and I am the IT Department Chair with NCUS TEC career college where we offer industry credentials to dual enrollment for students and adults.
NCUS TEC serves our community by providing free certification/credential training to close the digital divide gap in the untapped communities.
We understand the technology industry is changing and growing and those in our untapped community must not just posse fundamental computing skills but broader based skills in order to compete for job placement and career opportunities in today’s society.
Why attend my Training: We will discuss the following:
1) We will discuss how we use workforce development after certifications are earned to create bridges with employers to gain careers at companies such as amazon, google and Facebook.
2) We will lead the discussion together on how certifications mobilize individuals to move beyond minimum wage jobs while providing an avenue for others to upskill and advance their careers.
3) We will discuss Strengthening the career/certification path to extend into the individuals’ families.
This training is about the impact to the community not just for now but for generations to come.
Bio
Ms. Tracey Sigers hails from the great state of Ohio where she serves as the IT Department Chair for NCUS Tec Career College. Ms. Sigers retired from the State of Ohio and now dedicates her life to be a leader in Technology Education and Certifications and Motivational Speaking. Ms. Sigers holds several degrees including an MBA and Technology Leadership Master’s degree from Franklin University. Ms. Sigers is a former Affiliate Professor for Ohio Christian University where she taught courses in College Study Skills, Information Technology, Business and in the MBA Program.
This Author and former Ms. Black Ohio winner is a single mother to two children and two wonderful Blessed Grand’s she has her hands full. She is one of the founders and owners of “Iced Treats the Jewelry Company “, she is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. Ms. Sigers passion is impacting her community and the nation with a drive to infuse technology certifications and credentials. She currently serves as a Certiport Global Ambassador promoting certifications and credentials and is a Board member of COSI one of the top stem organizations in the world. Her goal is to see that every adult and student has an opportunity to excel in technology and she does this by “as she says” one certification at a time.