{"id":33,"date":"2025-03-29T15:58:29","date_gmt":"2025-03-29T15:58:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coe.ccc.edu\/business\/?page_id=33"},"modified":"2026-04-27T18:53:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T18:53:06","slug":"techquity-chicago","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/coe.ccc.edu\/business\/students\/techquity-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"TechQuity Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: #f25534;--link_color: #040d16;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:33px;--awb-padding-bottom:33px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-center fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1289.6px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_5_6 5_6 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:83.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.304%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:72px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.304%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-font-size:33px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;BiorhymeBold&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:capitalize;font-size:1em;--fontSize:33;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">Get certified in weeks, not years.<\/h2><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;--awb-font-size:24px;--awb-text-color:#000000;--awb-text-font-family:&quot;Gibson Regular&quot;;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p>TechQuity Chicago is a 100% free, short-term training initiative designed to help Chicagoans break into high-demand business and tech careers\u2014fast. Whether you\u2019re just starting out or looking to upskill, we provide the training, certifications, and work-based learning experiences you need to succeed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Multiple locations across Chicago for maximum flexibility<\/li>\n<li>Career development services and support<\/li>\n<li>No experience required!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling lazyload\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:33px;--awb-padding-left:33px;--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" data-bg=\"http:\/\/coe.ccc.edu\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/04\/Tech-Site_Bkgd_CC-03-copy.jpg\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1289.6px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top:10px;--awb-margin-right:0px;--awb-margin-left:0px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:30px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:35px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;BiorhymeBold&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:var(--awb-typography1-text-transform);font-size:1em;--fontSize:35;line-height:1.2;\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Our Goal: Tech + Equity for Chicago<\/p><\/h2><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"--awb-font-size:24px;--awb-text-color:#ffffff;\"><p>TechQuity Chicago is more than just training\u2014it\u2019s a movement to create equitable access to business and tech-based careers for all Chicagoans. We are focused on:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-flip-boxes flip-boxes row fusion-columns-2 flip-effect-classic equal-heights\" style=\"--awb-flip-duration:0.8s;\"><div class=\"fusion-flip-box-wrapper fusion-column col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-sm-6\"><div class=\"fusion-flip-box flip-up\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"flip-box-inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"flip-box-front\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-text-front-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"flip-box-front-inner\"><div class=\"flip-box-grafix flip-box-circle\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-globe-africa fas\"><\/i><\/div>District-Wide Collaboration: One Vision, Multiple Campuses<\/div><\/div><div class=\"flip-box-back\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-background-color-back:var(--awb-custom_color_1);\"><div class=\"flip-box-back-inner\">\n<p>TechQuity Chicago is a district-wide initiative housed within the Center of Excellence in Business to ensure consistent quality while leveraging each college\u2019s unique strengths<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-flip-box-wrapper fusion-column col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-sm-6\"><div class=\"fusion-flip-box flip-up\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"flip-box-inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"flip-box-front\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-text-front-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"flip-box-front-inner\"><div class=\"flip-box-grafix flip-box-circle\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-hands-helping fas\"><\/i><\/div>Inclusive Access Tech for All<\/div><\/div><div class=\"flip-box-back\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-background-color-back:var(--awb-custom_color_1);\"><div class=\"flip-box-back-inner\">\n<p>We&#8217;re creating inclusive pathways to tech and business careers\u2014removing barriers and expanding opportunity for all Chicagoans<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-flip-box-wrapper fusion-column col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-sm-6\"><div class=\"fusion-flip-box flip-up\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"flip-box-inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"flip-box-front\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-text-front-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"flip-box-front-inner\"><div class=\"flip-box-grafix flip-box-circle\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-chart-line fas\"><\/i><\/div>Industry-Connected Training Built on Industry Demand<\/div><\/div><div class=\"flip-box-back\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-background-color-back:var(--awb-custom_color_1);\"><div class=\"flip-box-back-inner\">\n<p>Every program is developed in collaboration with industry partners, ensuring students gain job-ready skills and certifications that employers need<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-flip-box-wrapper fusion-column col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-sm-6\"><div class=\"fusion-flip-box flip-up\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"flip-box-inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"flip-box-front\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-text-front-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"flip-box-front-inner\"><div class=\"flip-box-grafix flip-box-circle\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-hand-holding-usd fas\"><\/i><\/div>Career Focused Results: $50K\u2013$100K Earning Potential<\/div><\/div><div class=\"flip-box-back\" style=\"--awb-circle-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-circle-border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-background-color-back:var(--awb-custom_color_1);\"><div class=\"flip-box-back-inner\">\n<p>Graduates can land high-paying jobs with industry-recognized credentials that make them ready to work from day one<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:33px;--awb-padding-bottom:33px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1289.6px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\">\n\n<div class=\"dots reveal\" style=\"justify-content:left\">\n    <div class=\"gold\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"green\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"red\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"pink\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"purple\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"yellow\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"blue\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <h2 class='dots-reveal-title' style=\"\"> Certification Programs That Launch Careers<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:16px;--awb-content-font-size:20px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-border-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-divider-color:var(--awb-custom_color_7);--awb-divider-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-icon-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc(var(--awb-color8-l) + 20%),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-icon-box-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Gibson Regular&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:400;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:22px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Gibson Regular&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:400;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-33-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-9c3590571dcbb539b fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Gibson Regular&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:400;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc( var(--awb-color8-l) + 20% ),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><div class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_9c3590571dcbb539b\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"9c3590571dcbb539b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-33-1\" data-target=\"#9c3590571dcbb539b\" href=\"#9c3590571dcbb539b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Cybersecurity Fundamentals \u2013 CompTIA Security+ <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div id=\"9c3590571dcbb539b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_9c3590571dcbb539b\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A great follow-up to the Cybersecurity Networking\u2013CompTIA Network + course, where those looking for more than entry-level positions can learn the core concepts of cybersecurity, including threat management, risk mitigation, and security infrastructure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Prospects:<\/strong> Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Engineer, Information Security Specialist<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salary Range:<\/strong> $65,000\u2013$100,000 annually<\/li>\n<li><strong>Projected Job Growth:<\/strong> 33%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-bbffa93edf6393d47 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc( var(--awb-color8-l) + 20% ),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><div class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_bbffa93edf6393d47\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bbffa93edf6393d47\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-33-1\" data-target=\"#bbffa93edf6393d47\" href=\"#bbffa93edf6393d47\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Cybersecurity Networking \u2013 CompTIA Network+ <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div id=\"bbffa93edf6393d47\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_bbffa93edf6393d47\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Develop the skills needed to set up and manage computer networks, a critical foundation for cybersecurity careers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Prospects:<\/strong> Network Administrator, IT Support Specialist, Network Engineer<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salary Range:<\/strong> $55,000\u2013$80,000 annually<\/li>\n<li><strong>Projected Job Growth:<\/strong> 33%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-0ad212c28e8b2d8e2 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc( var(--awb-color8-l) + 20% ),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><div class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_0ad212c28e8b2d8e2\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"0ad212c28e8b2d8e2\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-33-1\" data-target=\"#0ad212c28e8b2d8e2\" href=\"#0ad212c28e8b2d8e2\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Data Analytics \u2013 Google Data Analytics Certificate<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div id=\"0ad212c28e8b2d8e2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_0ad212c28e8b2d8e2\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret data to help organizations in a variety of industries make informed decisions for a wide array of purposes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Prospects:<\/strong> Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Specialist, Market Research Analyst<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salary Range:<\/strong> $55,000\u2013$85,000 annually<\/li>\n<li><strong>Projected Job Growth:<\/strong> 15%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-e69e2e9c78ead7748 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc( var(--awb-color8-l) + 20% ),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><div class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_e69e2e9c78ead7748\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e69e2e9c78ead7748\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-33-1\" data-target=\"#e69e2e9c78ead7748\" href=\"#e69e2e9c78ead7748\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Digital Marketing &amp; Social Media \u2013 Google Digital Marketing &amp; E-Commerce Certificate<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div id=\"e69e2e9c78ead7748\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_e69e2e9c78ead7748\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Learn the fundamentals of digital marketing, including social media strategy, content creation, SEO, email marketing, and analytics tools to drive business growth and customer engagement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Prospects:<\/strong> Social Media Specialist, Digital Marketing Coordinator, Content Strategist, SEO Specialist<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salary Range:<\/strong> $50,000\u2013$70,000 annually<\/li>\n<li><strong>Projected Job Growth:<\/strong> 10%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-88608ae39d79e1fdf fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc( var(--awb-color8-l) + 20% ),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><div class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_88608ae39d79e1fdf\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"88608ae39d79e1fdf\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-33-1\" data-target=\"#88608ae39d79e1fdf\" href=\"#88608ae39d79e1fdf\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Fundamentals of AI &amp; ML with AWS \u2013 AWS Certified AI Practitioner <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div id=\"88608ae39d79e1fdf\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_88608ae39d79e1fdf\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Gain foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning, with hands-on training in AWS cloud-based AI solutions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Prospects:<\/strong> AI Technician, Machine Learning Support Analyst, Data Science Associate<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salary Range:<\/strong> $65,000\u2013$75,000 annually<\/li>\n<li><strong>Projected Job Growth:<\/strong> 40%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-52d9a0e9434a9306e fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:hsla(var(--awb-color8-h),var(--awb-color8-s),calc( var(--awb-color8-l) + 20% ),var(--awb-color8-a));--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><div class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_52d9a0e9434a9306e\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"52d9a0e9434a9306e\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-33-1\" data-target=\"#52d9a0e9434a9306e\" href=\"#52d9a0e9434a9306e\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) \u2013 SIE Certification <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div id=\"52d9a0e9434a9306e\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_52d9a0e9434a9306e\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Understand the fundamentals of financial markets, investment products, and regulatory requirements for a career in finance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Prospects:<\/strong> Financial Services Representative, Investment Analyst, Broker Trainee<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salary Range:<\/strong> $50,000\u2013$90,000 annually<\/li>\n<li><strong>Projected Job Growth:<\/strong> 6%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" 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fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p><em>Note: Salary ranges were drawn from BLS for SOC-coded roles and Glassdoor\/Indeed for emerging roles.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_color: var(--awb-custom_color_7);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:33px;--awb-padding-bottom:33px;--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1289.6px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column 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