There was a time I was a stay-at-home mother and wife, feeling unseen and unsure of my next step. I knew I was smart. I knew I was capable. But I didn’t know where I fit.
Then I discovered TWOC (Tech Women of Color) through Per Scholas.
This program opened a door I never knew existed.
✅ I enrolled with NO prior tech background.
✅ I learned, pushed through self-doubt, and GRADUATED TWOC.
✅ I landed an internship as a Network Technician.
✅ That internship turned into a full-time Program Analyst position with the county.
From unpaid to professional.
From uncertain to unstoppable.
From home… to TECH.
Why Women (Especially Moms & Wives) Belong in Tech
Women currently make up less than 30% of the tech workforce—but we are the future of tech.
Why?
Because women naturally bring what tech desperately needs:
Problem-solving (We fix everything at home!)
Emotional intelligence
Creativity & communication
Multitasking & strategic thinking
Resilience—because we don’t quit when it gets hard
And let’s be honest… moms and wives are the original project managers.
Why YOU Should Enter Tech
✅ High Pay – Tech roles often start at $50k–$80k+ with room to grow.
✅ Remote / Flexible Work – More time with your family AND a career.
✅ Job Security – Tech isn’t going away. It’s the future of every industry.
✅ Career Growth & Promotion – You can move into leadership, consulting, cybersecurity, data, UX, and more.
✅ Purpose & Impact – You’ll build solutions that change lives, communities, and industries.
✅ Representation Matters – When we show up, we make space for other women to follow.
But What If I Don’t Have Experience?
Neither did I.
Most women in tech began their careers from scratch.
You don’t need to be a math genius or a coder to begin. Tech has MANY paths:
Network Technician
Cybersecurity
Data Analyst
Business / Program Analyst
UX/UI Design
Project / Product Management
Cloud Support
IT Support or Help Desk
Automation / AI tools
Digital Marketing Tech
And more!
Where Can You Get Free or Low-Cost Training?
1. Per Scholas
✅ FREE, hands-on training
✅ Certifications included
✅ Job placement support
✅ Specialized programs like TWOC – designed for women of color in tech
2. Google Career Certificates (Coursera)
Google IT Support
Data Analytics
UX Design
Project Management
Cybersecurity
✔ Affordable or FREE with scholarships
✔ Industry-recognized
3. CompTIA + Merit America + NPower
Offer FREE or low-cost tech certifications
Great for IT, Network+, Security+
4. Microsoft, IBM, AWS Free Courses
Free learning
paths
Globally recognized certifications
5. Local Workforce Agencies / Community Colleges
Scholarships
BootcampsEmployer partnerships
This isn’t just a career change. It’s a LIFE upgrade.
When I stepped into tech:
✅ I gained financial independence
✅ I rediscovered my identity
✅ I became an example to my children
✅ I built confidence, purpose, and legacy
If I could do it—starting from home, with no experience—so can you.
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