Launch Your IT Career with the Career Skills Program at JBLM

Are you an active-duty service member nearing transition, a veteran, or a military spouse seeking a high-demand career? The Career Skills Program at JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord) offers a comprehensive pathway to launch your Information Technology (IT) career. This intensive, 16-week program is designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and certifications needed to excel in the rapidly growing tech industry. Available to active-duty service members in their last 6 months of service, veterans with an honorable or general discharge, and spouses of active duty military or eligible veterans, this program provides in-person instruction at both the Lacey campus and JBLM classrooms. With three enrollment opportunities each year—Spring (January to May), Summer (May to August), and Fall (August to December)—now is the perfect time to take control of your future.

Attend classes in person at our Lacey campus or conveniently at the JBLM classroom. Earn college credits while preparing for a rewarding IT career with the Career Skills Program Jblm. For students utilizing VA funding, there are no out-of-pocket costs, making this an accessible and valuable opportunity.

Program Highlights: Your Path to IT Success

The career skills program jblm is more than just a course; it’s a launchpad to a successful and fulfilling IT career. Here’s what makes this program stand out:

Exceptional Employability Outcomes

High Earning Potential: Graduates of the program see an impressive average starting salary of $75,000 to $89,000, reflecting the high value placed on the skills you’ll acquire.
Proven Job Placement Rate: An outstanding 90% of graduates secure employment within 180 days of graduation, demonstrating the program’s effectiveness in connecting students with career opportunities.
Industry-Recognized Credentials: 45% of students achieve at least one valuable IT certification during the program, enhancing their resume and marketability.
College Credit and Regional Accreditation: Earn a Computer Science certificate that not only carries college credit but is also regionally accredited, adding significant weight to your professional qualifications.
Training on Leading Cloud Platforms: Gain hands-on experience with the largest cloud providers, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, platforms that dominate the modern IT landscape.
Comprehensive Professional Development: Benefit from dedicated professional development support throughout the program. This includes resume building workshops, interview preparation sessions, and effective job search techniques, ensuring you are fully prepared for the job market.
Continued Support Post-Graduation: Our commitment to your success extends beyond graduation. We provide ongoing support until you are successfully employed in your IT career.
Strong Hiring Partnerships: The program boasts partnerships with leading employers such as Amazon, Oracle, Washington State, TekSystems, and many others, providing direct pathways to employment for graduates of the career skills program jblm.

Flexible Learning Pathways Designed for You

Choose Your Specialization: Tailor your learning to your career interests by selecting between two in-demand pathways: Server and Cloud Application (SCA) or Cybersecurity Administration. This focused approach allows you to develop specialized skills highly sought after by employers.
Convenient Class Locations: Attend classes at our main Lacey campus or take advantage of the on-site classrooms at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. This flexibility ensures the career skills program jblm fits into your life.
- Intensive, In-Person Learning: Experience full-time, in-person instruction delivered Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This immersive format maximizes learning and engagement.
- Small Class Sizes: Benefit from personalized attention and a supportive learning environment with small class sizes that foster interaction and collaboration.
- Industry Expert Instructors: Learn from instructors with extensive professional backgrounds in the technology industry. Their real-world experience and insights are invaluable to your learning journey in the career skills program jblm.

Earn Industry-Recognized Certifications

The curriculum within each pathway of the career skills program jblm is meticulously crafted to ensure you acquire the essential skills for workplace success. Furthermore, the course content directly aligns with key IT certification focus areas, including AWS and CompTIA certifications. This strategic alignment prepares you to confidently sit for certification exams, validating your skills and enhancing your professional profile. The program includes two certification exam vouchers within the lab fees. Please note that WaV2T reserves the right to modify the certification exam vouchers offered under the voucher program.