Programs

Pathways from curiosity to career.

Every program is hands-on, cohort-based, and designed around real outcomes — so learners leave with skills, portfolios, and confidence employers can see.

Adults · 8-week cohort

Digital Futures Academy

An eight-week cohort serving adults who need essential digital literacy skills to thrive at work, at home, and online.

  • Computer basics
  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • Online banking safety
  • Digital communication
  • Resume + job-application tech skills
Youth · Ages 8–18

Future Coders Academy

Elementary and middle-school students learn to code and build, starting in Scratch and progressing into Python with hands-on robotics.

  • Coding fundamentals (Scratch → Python)
  • LEGO & Arduino robotics
  • Game-based literacy learning
  • Esports + STEM integration
Hands-on maker space

Robotics Innovation Lab

A project-based environment where learners design, build, program, and iterate on real robotic systems.

  • LEGO Robotics
  • Arduino
  • Raspberry Pi
  • 3D printing
  • Electronics & engineering challenges
16-week workforce pathway

Cyber Academy

A sixteen-week cybersecurity workforce pathway preparing learners for in-demand careers and industry certifications.

  • Cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Networking & cloud computing
  • Digital forensics
  • Security Operations Center simulations
  • CompTIA Security+ & cloud/networking credentials
Emerging technology

AI Innovation Lab

A practical introduction to AI, automation, and responsible deployment — for learners, professionals, and small businesses.

  • AI literacy & prompt engineering
  • Responsible AI
  • AI productivity tools
  • Machine learning concepts
  • Business applications
Open access

Community Technology Center

A welcoming community hub with open lab time, coaching, and direct support for individuals and families.

  • Open computer lab
  • Homework assistance
  • Technology coaching
  • Job search assistance
  • Device support
Out in the community

Mobile Tech Lab

Our mobile lab brings programs directly into neighborhoods, schools, and community centers across Western NC.

  • Family Tech Nights
  • Pop-up coding workshops
  • Device & internet literacy
  • School & library partnerships

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We partner with schools, libraries, churches, and employers across Western NC.

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