TEST NewForce Program Application

NewForce is a 5 month, fully-remote, tuition-free tech career training program. Our goal is to build a tech economy in WV that works for everyone. Through an immersive curriculum, NewForce trainees solve real-world problems, collaborate on teams, and graduate with in-demand data analytics skills. We then leverage employer partnerships to help trainees find their first industry role.

NewForce students come from a wide range of backgrounds: we’ve successfully trained construction workers, school teachers, and retail associates, just to name a few! While most of our students are new to the tech industry, they bring a wealth of experience from their previous careers.

Graduates will be qualified to work as data analysts and may fill positions in a variety of industries.

Requirements

Good candidates for NewForce.  .  . 

• Are problem-solvers
• Can work through challenges and don’t give up easily
• Are curious, creative, and love learning new skills
• Can work under pressure and take constructive feedback
• Can work well on a team and like helping others succeed
• Can teach themselves new skills and like to learn
• May or may not have actual data analysis experience, but do have an interest in working with data and understanding how it informs the tech and other major industries

NewForce is open to West Virginia residents only.

Benefits

NewForce Living Stipend: Pays an hourly rate for time spent in training to offset any lost wages due to program participation. Participants must meet income requirements; eligibility will be verified upon program enrollment.

NewForce Laptop Rental: Ensures each participant has capable hardware to complete the training program. Equipment is rented on behalf of the trainee for the duration of training plus three additional months to support the job placement process.

Program Software: All students will be provided with access to required software, including licenses for DataCamp, Tableau, and Power BI.

Credit for Prior Learning: Through a partnership with Mountwest CTC, students can earn credit for the completion of NewForce. This credit can then be applied toward a Mountwest degree. Please note: Trainees will likely need to complete additional coursework beyond NewForce to satisfy the requirements of a degree at Mountwest.