Applications for a free, 14-week, full-time course on writing computer code are being accepted through March 15.
CodeCamp, launched by St. Louis Community College (STLCC) and LaunchCode, begins April 1. Classes will be held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at STLCC-William J. Harrison Education Center. In three months, graduates will have the tools and skills needed to enter LaunchCode’s apprenticeship program and a new career in technology.
The college will offer loaner laptops to students who do not own a computer that meets specifications required for the course as well as individualized career coaching and support services.
CodeCamp teaches universal programming concepts and best practices with Python, foundational elements and tools for web development, Java development, how to build a portfolio project, and job-readiness such as preparing for interviews, resume reviews, workshops and soft skills training.
In 2018, 35 percent of St. Louis LaunchCode students identified as people of color and 49 percent identified as female.
“The data we gather through our State of the St. Louis Workforce Report consistently shows the high demand for IT professionals, including developers and coders,” said Jeff L. Pittman, chancellor, St. Louis Community College. “The college is using this information to expand our program offerings in conjunction with a respected partner like LaunchCode to quickly allow more students to enter this well-paying career field.”
Applications for CodeCamp will be accepted through March 15. To register, visit https://www.launchcode.org/codecamp.
