TECH TRAINING

Gain the skills you need to succeed in the tech industry with our comprehensive training programs

About Our Training

Our tech training programs are designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to excel in today’s rapidly evolving industries. Whether you’re exploring the creative world of UX Design, mastering the complexities of Full Stack Development, diving into the innovative field of Architectural Technologies and Project Management, or uncovering insights with Data Analytics, our programs are tailored to meet industry demands.

Our Programs Offered

User Experience Design

With Digital Marketing

The user experience (UX) is how a user interacts with and experiences a product, system, or service. It includes a person's perceptions of utility, ease of use, and efficiency. UX design is the process design teams use to create products that provide meaningful and relevant experiences to users. Digital marketing complements UX design by promoting these products and services through online channels, ensuring they reach and engage the right audience effectively.

Our Spring 2025 UX Design program has opened applications! Apply below:

Project Management

With Architectural Technologies Track

Learn to coordinate projects of any scale with expertise in planning, organizing, and delivering on time and within budget. This program combines practical project management skills with training in Building Information Modeling (BIM) software—a powerful digital tool used in architecture, engineering, and construction to create detailed 3D models of buildings and infrastructure.

Our Spring 2025 Project Management program has opened applications! Apply below:

Full Stack Development

Full Stack Development involves building both the frontend and backend of web applications. In our program we will use the MERN stack: MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js. Developers in this field use technologies like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for frontend development, while utilizing Node.js and MongoDB to manage backend functionality. Full Stack Development is essential for creating dynamic, responsive web applications that deliver seamless user experiences.

Our Spring 2025 Full Stack Development program has opened applications! Apply below:

Data Analysis

With Python and Power BI

Analytics helps businesses measure the performance of their online assets, gain insights into user preferences, and make informed decisions to enhance their online presence and meet their goals. Tools like Python and Power BI play a critical role in this process, enabling advanced data analysis, visualization, and the automation of reporting to uncover deeper insights.

Our Fall 2024 Data Analytics program has closed applications.

Our Program Model:

Hack The Gap is focused on addressing the gender gap in tech and getting more women in tech enabled roles. Earn and Learn is a paid learning program for those looking to gain skills as UX/UI designers. This training opportunity will be focused on providing young adults with the required skills, certifications and credentials to enter or continue on a pathway into tech. We will pair our participants with paid projects, skills coaching, and professional mentorship while providing clients with amazing products.

Program Overview: 

The program consists of 3 to 4 months during which participants will acquire the skills necessary to start their careers in tech (exact timing depends on program). During the program, we will meet online Monday to Friday for three hours each day (please refer to each program page for exact times). In the morning, participants will go through the content with the instructors. In the afternoon, participants will work on group projects and have time to receive one-on-on assistance and guidance. The commitment during this time will range from 20 to 30 hours a week.

Timeline

Our upcoming cohort timeline:

  • User Experience Design with Digital Marketing dates: Training starts from February 10th - May 30th, 2025. Classes run Mondays through Thursdays, 9am-2pm, for 30-40 hours a week (including class time and personal work time on assignments)

  • Project Management with Architectural Technologies dates: Training starts from February 10th - May 30th, 2025. Classes run Mondays through Thursdays, 9am-2pm, for 30-40 hours a week (including class time and personal work time on assignments)

  • Full Stack Development dates: Training starts from February 24th - June 27th, 2025. Classes run Mondays through Thursdays, 9am-2pm, for 30-40 hours a week (including class time and personal work time on assignments)

To Apply

Please find the application to each program under their prospective pages.

Funding Options

  • The Learn and Earn scholarship offers an opportunity to grow your tech skills through covering the costs of the tech training program and apply those skills during a guaranteed internship opportunity. Participants will receive stipends during the program.

    This scholarship is for young adults, ages 18-30 to develop new and existing technical skills through real projects and get access to career development opportunities.

    Find out more information about the Learn and Earn scholarship here.

  • Through the Full Stack Saint Paul program, the City of Saint Paul funds a limited number of scholarships each year to extend training opportunities to community members.

    Scholarship applications must be received after acceptance of one of our training programs, and before beginning the training program itself.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Live in Saint Paul;

    • Be 18 years or older;

    • Have a high school diploma or equivalent;

    • Be unemployed or underemployed;*

      • *Underemployed includes employed residents with wages or positions below their education/training level

    • And either:

      • Be a member of an underrepresented community in technology (ie: people of color, women, or persons with disabilities) AND have a household income of 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) or below; OR

      • Have a household income of 50% Area Median Income (AMI) or below

      More information for the scholarship can be found on the MSP TechHire website here.

FAQs

What if I don’t have a computer? Hack the Gap will loan you a computer for the duration of the program

If I’m not a Ramsey county resident, can I still apply? At this time, only Ramsey county residents will be eligible for the scholarships offered for these programs.