NEW YORK, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Responding to
a spike in demand for cybersecurity and coding professionals
in Louisiana and surrounding regions, Fullstack Academy
announced today that it has launched its "live online"
bootcamps with Louisiana State
University's (LSU) Online &
Continuing Education department.
Designed for early career or experienced professionals, the new
part-time, "live online" 26-week bootcamps will be the first of
their kind in Baton Rouge,
teaching skills to students seeking high-paying, in-demand tech
jobs in Louisiana and beyond. It
also provides an alternative to a more traditional, multi-year
education curriculum.
LSU Cyber Bootcamp
- The bootcamp will teach students how to monitor and secure
systems, networks, and applications, as well as deploy offensive
and defensive tactics needed to appropriately respond to cyber
breaches.
- Currently, more than 1,700 cybersecurity positions are
available in the Baton Rouge and
New Orleans areas, according to
cyberseek.org. This is projected to increase by 9% over the next
three years.
- Graduates will qualify for cybersecurity jobs, where the
average entry-level salary for a cybersecurity analyst is
$76,674 in Louisiana, a 153% increase over the average
Baton Rouge entry-level salary of
$30,284, according to
ZipRecruiter.
LSU Coding Bootcamp
- The bootcamp will teach fullstack JavaScript, giving students a
foundation in both front- and back-end web development and the
crucial programming skills needed for in-demand coding jobs.
- Currently, more than 2,344 web developer jobs are available in
the Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas, according to Glassdoor.
This is projected to increase by 18% over the next three years in
industries such as government, energy, tourism, education, finance,
and insurance, according to labor market analytics firm EMSI.
- Graduates will qualify for coding jobs, where the average
entry-level salary in Baton Rouge
for a software developer is $57,000,
an 88% increase over the average Baton
Rouge entry-level salary of $30,284, according to ZipRecruiter.
Fullstack Academy has successfully implemented these programs at
its own campuses in New York City
and Chicago as well as with
institutions such as California Polytechnic State University, the
University of North Florida, and the
University of San Diego. Among
Fullstack graduates, 79% surveyed say they've been employed in a
job requiring the skills learned at bootcamp, with an average
salary increase of 49%.
"As we are seeing in several U.S. markets, Baton Rouge, New
Orleans, and surrounding metropolises, such as Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, offer an abundance of
opportunities for individuals with an interest in pursuing careers
in cybersecurity and coding," said Nimit
Maru, Fullstack Academy co-founder and co-CEO. "This
provides us with a great opportunity to join forces with
LSU, one of the nation's premiere
learning institutions, to help meet job demand with qualified
professionals, especially in the current economy with more people
relying on technology to work remotely."
Both the cyber and coding bootcamps run from July 2020 to January
2021. Students must apply by June
29 for the cyber bootcamp and by July 6 for the coding
bootcamp. Scholarships are offered for LSU alumni, current students, and employees, as
well as military personnel.
"The new Fullstack Academy online bootcamps align with the
university's focus on providing a curriculum that responds to
emerging industries with significant demand for qualified
individuals," said Sasha
Thackaberry, Vice President, Online & Continuing
Education at LSU. "Given Fullstack's extensive experience in
the cybersecurity and coding fields, they were an ideal partner for
this unique opportunity. We look forward to seeing how these
programs help move the region forward."
About Fullstack Academy
Before Fullstack Academy came
to life in 2012, co-founders David
Yang and Nimit Maru worked as
software engineers and engineering leaders at start-ups and large
and mid-size companies. Over time, they realized that providing a
high-quality, immersive coding education at an accelerated pace was
not only impactful but also scalable. Fullstack Academy was founded
with the idea that coding and software development have the power
to positively influence communities and economies. Since then,
Fullstack has expanded to Chicago
and established the Grace Hopper Program, the first coding bootcamp
in NYC to offer an inclusive and supportive community for
women+-identifying applicants. A fast-growing company, Fullstack
has developed partnerships with leading universities around the
country and has added cybersecurity to its list of specialty
bootcamp offerings. Graduates have gone on to work at Google,
Facebook, Amazon, various Fortune 100 firms, and countless
start-ups. More details can be found at
fullstackacademy.com gracehopper.com or
cyber.fullstackacademy.com. Fullstack Academy was acquired by Zovio
in 2019.
About Zovio
Zovio (Nasdaq: ZVO) is an education
technology services company that partners with higher-education
institutions and employers to deliver innovative, personalized
solutions to help learners and leaders achieve their
aspirations. The Zovio network, which includes Fullstack
Academy, TutorMe, and Learn@Forbes, leverages its core strengths
and applies its technology and capabilities to priority market
needs. Using advanced data and analytics, Zovio identifies the
most meaningful ways to enhance the learner experience and deliver
strong outcomes for higher education institutions, employers, and
learners. Zovio's purpose is to help everyone be in a class of
their own. For more information, visit zovio.com.
About LSU Online & Continuing Education
LSU Online
& Continuing Education meets the evolving needs of
nontraditional learners by creating education opportunities in
high-demand, workforce-relevant fields. Programs are designed with
the student in mind whether online, on-campus, or on-site. LSU
Online meets students at all levels of their education journey from
individual training courses to fully online degrees. LSU Online
delivers high-quality learning experiences for individuals to earn
the credentials they need for professional, financial and personal
growth. Standards are rigorous, led by award-winning LSU faculty and expert instructors. Students can
expect world-class customer service through personal,
concierge-style learner support. Learn more at online.lsu.edu.
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