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TECH-CLIMBER TRACK

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Track Overview

A career-acceleration track for people already in tech—designed to help you move up, not start over.

Tech Climber is for professionals who have the skills (or are building them) but need a clearer route to the next level. We help you define the role you’re aiming for, identify what’s missing—skills, proof, confidence, or visibility—and turn it into a simple, actionable Climber Plan you can follow.

From there, you’ll choose a focus lane (Data, Cyber, Project/Product, AI + Automation, or Cloud/IT) and work through short, practical learning blocks paired with hands-on labs and portfolio sprints. Every step is supported by mentor feedback, peer accountability, and coaching that helps you communicate your impact like someone ready for senior responsibility.

The goal is straightforward: you leave with real work to show, a stronger professional brand, and direct connection to BTI’s ecosystem through events, showcases, and partner touchpoints—so your growth is seen, not just felt.

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Our Ecosystem Partners

The network powering Tech-Climber Track

Tech Climber Track  is powered by partners who support career growth—helping you specialize, strengthen your professional brand, and connect to real pathways for promotions, projects, and stronger roles in the tech economy.

 
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​Community Home Base

​A central hub for cohort meetups, community sessions, and local ecosystem connection—where learning turns into relationships.

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Career Certificate Pathways

Access to industry-recognized credential tracks that help participants build practical, role-aligned skills employers recognize.

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Mentors + Community Connection

 Mentor circles, peer support, and curated community touchpoints—so participants don’t navigate their tech journey alone.

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Hands-On Data Skills

Project-based learning in Python, SQL, and analytics skill tracks—designed to build real confidence through practice.

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Career Readiness Core

Career foundations that strengthen professionalism, resume clarity, and interview readiness—so students show up prepared.

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Employer-Aligned Opportunities

An employer partner that helps inform what skills matter and creates ecosystem touchpoints that can lead to projects and hiring pathways.

​Your Track Plan

Our Process

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Who it's For

Built for early-to-mid career professionals already in tech—and tech-adjacent pros ready to move deeper—who want a clear next step into roles like data, cybersecurity, cloud/IT, project/product, and AI + automation. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, underpaid, or unsure what “senior-ready” looks like, this pathway is for you.

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Your Roadmap

We kick off with a Climber Intake + Role Targeting session to identify your next role, your biggest gaps (skills, proof, confidence, visibility), and the fastest path forward. You’ll leave with a 90-day Climber Plan, join an accountability pod, and start building your career story through BTI Labs—resume/LinkedIn positioning, interview reps, and proof-of-work guidance that turns your experience into promotion-ready impact.

Earn

Credentials & Tracks

You’ll choose a lane-aligned skill sprint or certification track based on your target role. Credentials are earned through trusted partner platforms (BTI doesn’t issue certifications)—while BTI provides the structure: coaching, labs, portfolio builds, and community support. Example tracks can include Google Career Certificates (via Coursera), DataCamp (Python/SQL), cloud fundamentals, security foundations, and role-based tool labs that match real job expectations.

What You’ll Walk Away With

Real outputs. Real momentum.

Direction

 Your next move, made clear

Leave with a defined target role and a Climber Plan that maps what to build, what to strengthen, and what to prioritize—so you’re not guessing, you’re executing.

Career Readiness

Sharper brand + stronger interviews

Walk Walk away with a next-level resume and LinkedIn, a confident career story, and interview reps that help you communicate impact like someone ready for senior responsibility.

Opportunity Access

Mentors, community, and real touchpoints

Gain access to BTI mentors, accountability pods, showcases, and employer-facing moments that turn your growth into visibility—leading to projects, promotions, and stronger opportunities.

High-Demand Certifications for
Tech Climbers We Offer

Here are some of the advanced tracks we offer
for people already working in tech—developers,engineers, and cyber professionals who want to level up. These certifications focus on AI, cloud,security, and architecture skills that will stay in high demand over the next 3–5 years.

Tech - Climbers Track
Interest Form 

 Fill out the form below to apply—our team will reach out to schedule a quick interview and place you in the right track.

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Contact us

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Email: info@theblacktechinitiative.org. Phone: (704) 207 - 0712. Charlotte, NC

The Black Tech Initiative is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

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