Mattapan/Greater Boston Technology Learning Center, Inc., also known as Mattapan Tech, is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on workforce development. Recognized as a Mass. Eligible Training Provider by the MA Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, Mattapan Tech has obtained an exemption from the Commonwealth of Mass. Division of Professional Licensure under G.L.c.112, 263(c)(x).
Mission: Our mission is to empower individuals and foster self-sufficiency through job training, career development, and leadership initiatives.
Goals: Mattapan Tech's primary objective is to offer accessible, short-term certificate IT training programs at little to no cost. We aim to assist 600 individuals annually, with 200 students per session, each lasting no more than four months. Our commitment extends beyond training by providing job placement assistance.
Partnerships: To fulfill our goals, Mattapan Tech collaborates with esteemed partners, including the Massachusetts Executive Offices of Labor & Workforce Development and Education, CompTIA, Comcast, Cummings Foundation, State Street Foundation, HarborOne Bank, and Global Tech Management, Inc.
Training Programs: Each of our training programs combines classroom instruction with hands-on training in an authentic workplace setting. By the program's conclusion, we expect our students to be well-prepared to take and pass professional certification exams. Moreover, they will possess the necessary credentials and practical experience to secure entry-level positions in retail or the technical service industry, and successfully maintain their positions.
Our model: At Mattapan Tech, we specialize in providing short-term, hands-on certificate programs designed to equip men and women with the necessary skills for entry-level positions in the job market. Our commitment extends beyond the program's completion, as our dedicated team continues to support graduates with job search assistance, job placement services, and ongoing monitoring of their job performance and career development for a minimum of one year.
We take pride in our track record of helping students cultivate both practical and soft skills, setting them up for success in a competitive professional landscape. Our unique curriculum places a strong emphasis on real-life bench work, apprenticeships, and challenging academic courses. By doing so, we ensure that our students are well-prepared to excel and take on leadership roles in the ever-evolving world of technology.
One of our notable achievements lies in our students' outstanding performance on industry-recognized professional certification exams. Prior to program completion, an impressive 95% of Mattapan Tech students successfully pass certification tests in areas such as MS Office, CompTIA A+ PC Repair, Network+, Cyber Security, and IT Project Management. This achievement speaks to our dedication to comprehensive preparation and our students' ability to excel even before finishing the program.
Our diversity: At Mattapan Tech, our student body embodies a rich tapestry of diversity. We welcome young and older adults representing 17 different ethnic backgrounds, hailing from various cities and towns across Massachusetts. Our student population is truly multicultural, with a breakdown of 1% Caucasian, 26% African-American, 13% Haitian and other Caribbean nationalities (including Barbadian, Jamaican, Trinidadian), 28% Hispanic, 5% Asian, and 17% from other backgrounds such as India, Pakistan, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and more. While our primary focus is on the residents of Boston, Randolph and Brockton, we are proud to attract students from additional aeas.
Mattapan Tech's Programs:
Our core job training programs include:
CompTIA A+ PC Technicians
CompTIA Network+ Technicians
Certified Cisco System Assistant (CCNA)
Microsoft Office
Computer and Internet Technology for Beginners
English as a Second Language for Job Seekers.
Computer coding for children
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