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I.T. Training for the Next Generation...

"Tomorrow's Leaders Today"

BDPA -Twin Cities is a catalyst for professional growth and technical development for minority youth and professionals in the IT industry.

BDPA-Twin Cities is proud to offer several enriching IT courses through their Community Youth Technology Programs to help lessen the gap for minority youth within the Computer Science and IT career path.

Multiple IT platforms and languages
Tiered skills level classes Progressive learning
1-on-1 Mentorship
Mock Interview Workshop
Hard & Soft skill enrichment
Resume Development
Lunch & Learn Seminars on key job readiness topics
1-on-1 discussions with IT professionals
Professional Business Etiquette Training
STEM field trips to local Fortune 500 corporate headquarters
Progressive career development pathways Certifications
Awards Gala Celebration
Networking
STEM Pathways

BDPA-Twin Cities teaches students both soft and hard skills in preparation for career and life success!

These are just a few of those skills that we work on...

Accountability
Active Listening Adaptability
Collaboration
Communication
Creativity
Critical Thinking
Esteem Building Goal Setting
Leadership Training
Mock Interview Workshop
Multiple computer language skills

Public Speaking
Problem Solving
Project Management
Punctuality
Resume Development
Social & Cross Cultural Skills
Teamwork
Time Management
Typing Speed
Web Development

Professional Etiquette

Every program offers a workshop component that empowers students with proper business etiquette knowledge, communication training and networking skills.

Programatic Thinking

Fall & Spring

Introductory class for Elementary grade level students to become comfortable with exploring the basics of programming languages and problem solving skills.

HSTP (High School Technology Program)

February-May

Multi-level progressive training for high school students to learn programming: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node JS API, React App UI, CRUD Routes, designing webpages and so much more.

HSCC (High School Computer Competition)

May-August

Teaches students programming at higher levels in preparation to compete in the national programming competition during BDPA's national technical conference.

CYTC (Computer Youth Technology Camp)

June-July

Offers a sampler of courses to experience the latest in IT. Provides middle to high school grade level students with limited exposure to technology the opportunity to learn in an exiting hands-on topic based series.

IT EXPLORATION CAMP

July-Residential Overnight Camp

Engaging week long residential camp offering hands-on experiences with STEM and the latest technology; drones, PI, 3D printing, etc. while also experiencing life on a college campus.

AWARDS GALA CEREMONY

January

An annual celebration and award ceremony hosted for graduating students to receive awards in various categories while also networking with key founders and local IT corporations.