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Low-income, partially- or totally-unemployed Ohio residents now have the opportunity to earn one or more 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster credentials for free through a training program grant awarded by Ohioā€™s .

Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, director of the Governorā€™s Office of Workforce Transformation, announced on Jan. 27 that 14 training providers located throughout the state will receive a total of $2.93 million in awards to support 2,336 credentials. 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster will offer several computer skills training credentials.

ā€œAt 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster, we consider it our responsibility to build the skills of our local workforce,ā€ Jarrod Tudor, dean of campus and community relations, said. ā€œThe Lancaster campus is excited to offer in-demand, technology-focused training to help our residents and enhance their capabilities for current and future employability.ā€

Credentials offered through 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster include:

• AWS Cloud Certified Practitioner
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect ā€“ Associate
• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA IT Fundamentals
• Computer Networking Technology
• Computer Skills for the Workplace
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate
• Microsoft Windows 10

ā€œIMAP gives individuals the opportunity to earn in-demand, technology skills so they can get higher-paying jobs in a very short amount of time,ā€ said Lt. Governor Husted in a release from his office. ā€œOhio businesses across all industries need to compete in todayā€™s economy, and this program provides them a pipeline of ready-to-go talent.ā€

Individuals interested in earning a credential or learning more about the programs offered by 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster can visit .