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- EIN 47-4640179
- (843) 724-3773
- 997 Morrison Dr Ste 100 Charleston SC 29403-4378 USA
- www.charlestondigitialcorridor.com
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Computer Science, Technology
Mission: To develop a diverse and educated talent base to ensure a workforce capable of meeting the needs of technology-intense enterprises. Through efforts such as codecamp, a community-sourced software training program, the charleston digital corridor education foundation will serve as a liaison between the community and the local business community to grow an educated high-wage workforce.
Programs: Codecamp is a training program designed to provide students of all ages, ranging from 13-65 years old, with the tools they need to be career-ready by developing high tech software skills, with an added focus on mentorship and networking. Codecamp's software development courses focus on industry approved web software technologies. Courses are a combination of lecture and hands-on learning, and are limited to fourteen students. This limited size provides students with the ability to gain real-world experience and receive personal attention from the teaching staff. Key components of the course offerings are: hands on training, mentorship by industry professionals, networking events to connect students with the industry, low-cost scholarship opportunities, and community-sourced vetted curriculum.