The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) is extending its Digital Upskilling Training Program to Santa Barbara County beginning in Marc, forging a collaborative partnership with the city of Goleta.
Originating in Ventura County, EDC’s Digital Upskilling Training Program is a pioneering short-term training program expanding digital skills training opportunities. The initiative also strives to create a replicable model that can be expanded statewide.
Joining forces with the city of Goleta EDC will offer two free training courses to Santa Barbara County residents. Central Coast Community Energy provides funding to support the program; and the Broadband Consortium of the Pacific Coast, an additional EDC initiative, assists with implementation across Santa Barbara County.
Partnering organizations, such as the American GI Forum Education Foundation and Women’s Economic Ventures, will host the classes.
By developing a replicable training course and expansion model, EDC supports accessible access to digital education and economic empowerment opportunities.
Two courses start in March, with additional cohorts beginning in spring and summer:
New to Tech Computer Basics is a six-week course that teaches adult learners essential computer skills held 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 12-April 16 .
Get Your Small Business Online is a nine-week course that teaches business owners and entrepreneurs essential digital skills needed to get online, held 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 13-May 8.
Prospective students in Santa Barbara County can learn more about the classes and register at https://www.digital-upskilling.edcollaborative.com/.