Miami, April 13, 2021 – As Miami experiences a technology boom, Miami Dade College’s (MDC) School of Engineering and Technology (EnTec) proffers its very first Next Tech Generation program offering multiple free courses and camps to prepare high school students for the in-demand jobs in Miami’s burgeoning tech ecosystem.
The Next Tech Generation program will provide free tuition, book stipend and industry certification support for technology summer classes. Students can select online credit courses in cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analysis, programming or IT. The program will take place during the second six-week summer session, from June 21 to August 2. Those who complete the program will receive vouchers to take certification exams. To learn more and apply, visit www.mdc.edu/nexttech/.
In addition, high school juniors and seniors can enroll in free summer camps to learn about emerging technologies. The camps, available June 14 – 25, will prepare students with foundational concepts and industry certifications. The deadline to apply is May 5. To apply and for more information:
- Cloud Computing Camp: https://www.mdc.edu/cloudcomputingcenter/boot-camp.aspx
- Cybersecurity Camp: https://www.mdc.edu/entec/grants/gencyber-students.aspx
For more information, please contact Anabel Mederos at amedero2@mdc.edu.