DWA is helping train Central Texas for Austin’s $25 billion dollar projects including airport terminal, convention center, project connect, IH-35 expansion, and more over the next 10 years!
What is the Austin Expansion Program?
Austin and the surrounding areas have over $25 Billion Dollars set aside for expansion projects over the next 10 years, but not enough workforce to make them happen. DWA is providing full scholarships for vocational training to our local communities to fill that need. We have worked with clients in the following areas: technology, industrial and commercial trade, construction, robotics, advanced manufacturing and more. Download flyer
No GED or High School Diploma Required!
Make $17-$22 an hour to start
Job placement assistance provided
70% get job placement within 2 weeks of graduation
80% Job Retention
Hands On Training
Classes taught in English
Vocational Certifications Available (NCCER Core & OSHA10 Certified upon selection)
How Does It Work?
Why Digital Workforce Academy?
With over 23 years of leadership, practical ‘boots-on-the-ground’ experience, and grassroots achievements in workforce development in Texas and beyond, we’ve trained over 5,000 people and provided successful job placement assistance with an 80% retention rate for our graduate hires. Since 1998, Digital Workforce Academy has been training the workforce with Pre-Apprenticeships and then matching them with our partners to help fill apprenticeships for business expansion. We have developed programs in technology, industrial and commercial trade, construction, robotics and advanced manufacturing, with more added yearly based on industry needs!
Our purpose is to provide waypoints at every step of the journey to ultimately help our community obtain meaningful, high-income jobs that lead to fulfilling careers for themselves and their families. Scholarships available!
23+
Years of Leadership
5,000+
Trained Candidates
80%
Retention Rate
I always want to better myself.
What more could you ask for? If you have a problem, they are here to listen; they are here to help you. This program changed my quality of life. If you want to better yourself, this is the place to be.
I was thinking about getting some classes for continued education. They told me what I needed to do, gave me the directions to get there and things like that and it just took off from there.
All it takes is dedication and commitment. The sky’s the limit. It all depends on you!
This program is a blessing. It’s a great opportunity for anybody looking to get into a career.
It doesn’t matter your age, if you’re male or female, your race. Anyone can be a part of this and help their future to be quite a bit brighter than it is now.
Our Pre-Apprenticeship Vocational Trainings
With a shortage of trained personnel, apprenticeship programs are becoming a golden opportunity. Offering hands-on training, many lead to well-paid, licensed vocational roles. Our Pre-Apprenticeship programs give you the training you need to walk into these apprenticeship positions in only 10 weeks of training (depending on program). we focus on providing education, job training, mentorship, and other resources to help them reintegrate into society and achieve self-sufficiency.
Digital Workforce Academy (DWA) is a Department of Labor recognized Pre- Apprenticeship program. Our Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship partner is MRSW Management, LLC. We train and place people across multiple crafts and multiple employers.
Pre-apprenticeship and registered apprenticeship programs are a proven path to providing for our community: as an apprentice they “earn while you learn,” earning wages above industry average while developing essential knowledge both in the classroom and on jobsites. Scholarships available!
Your training may include:
Phase 1 (2weeks InClass): Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Basic Construction Math (tape measure, fractions)
Phase 2 (8weeks Hands-On): Industrial training which can include: OSHA10 (certification upon selection), NCCER Core (certificate on completion), Level 1 craft that may include Pipe Fitting (inc tac welding), Carpentry, Basic Rigging, Scaffolding, Hand&Power Tools, Motorized Equipment, and much, much more… based on employer needs. Classes taught in English.
FAQ
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What do I need to qualify?
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must ready to commit to 10 weeks of training
- You must have reliable transportation to get yourself to our training locations
- No GED or High School Diploma Required
- Fill out your application here Scholarships available!
How long is the training?
The Pre-Apprenticeship Training is a 10-week course designed to prepare you for an apprenticeship. Scholarships Available. Classes are held Monday-Thursday from 6pm – 9pm.
Do you have transportation to training for me?
You must be able to find your own transportation to our training locations.
How do I apply?
It’s easy to apply. Fill out a short application, we’ll call you to schedule a time for your interview, then come for your Orientation and start your classes. It’s that simple. Scholarships available!
Fill out your application here or Call us at 512-322-2347
It’s easy – it only takes a few minutes!
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