The Lake Land College Foundation announced that the Effingham Regional Growth Alliance Technology Scholarship is now available for individuals interested in the LaunchCode program.
IT-LaunchCode offers students an opportunity to train for a career in the fast growing field of web application development. In just 20 weeks, students will gain skills in Python, JavaScript, SQL and front-end web development. Those who complete the program will earn a Lake Land College certificate as well as the opportunity to test for eight industry-leading Microsoft certifications.
Students who meet the criteria are eligible for the scholarship. The recipient must be a student currently enrolled in the IT-LaunchCode course at Lake Land. The student also needs to be a resident of Effingham County and demonstrate an aptitude for information technology through the completion of the IT-LaunchCode aptitude test.
Preference will be given to a displaced worker or an applicant changing careers.
Visit lakelandcollege.edu and look for the “Paying for College” drop-down menu, then select “Scholarships.” To enroll in the IT-LaunchCode program visit lakelandcollege.edu/high-demand-programs. Enrollment will be accepted through May 29.
For additional information, contact Director of Foundation Operations Paula Rosine at 217-234-5445 or prosine@lakelandcollege.edu.