IT CAREER TRAINING
Programme Description
IT career training courses for persons with disabilities build practical tech skills, digital literacy, and workplace readiness through adaptive technology.
Key curriculum areas typically cover foundational computer literacy, technical support, and professional soft skills.
Vision
The vision of an IT career training course for persons with disabilities is to create total digital inclusion, economic self-reliance, and equal workplace opportunity. Key pillars include universal accessibility, market-driven technical skills, and sustainable employment pathways.
Core Pillars of the Vision
- Empowerment Through Tech: Equipping learners with physical or sensory disabilities with confidence and professional mastery over modern computing tools.
- Specialized Assistive Integration: Incorporating tools like screen readers (JAWS, NVDA), voice recognition, and adaptive hardware natively into technical instruction.
- Industry-Standard Relevance: Teaching practical skills such as web development, digital accessibility testing (WCAG standards), software navigation, and data management.
- Inclusive Employment: Bridging the gap between talented job seekers and tech companies to foster diverse, barrier-free workplaces.
Mission
The mission of an IT career training course for persons with disabilities (PWDs) is to provide accessible, inclusive, and practical technology education that leads to meaningful employment and financial independence.
Core Goals
- Digital Inclusion: Bridge the technology gap by teaching digital literacy, software use, and professional IT skills tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Job Readiness: Equip participants with hands-on technical experience, portfolio projects, and workplace communication tools to match market demands.
- Equal Opportunity: Challenge historical workplace exclusion by advocating for accessible digital workflows and connecting graduates with inclusive employers.
IT CAREERS
- Cybersecurity
Preamble
A cybersecurity training course for persons with disabilities provides accessible technical and workplace skills, focusing on foundational IT concepts, secure use of assistive technology, and career preparation.
Course Objective
- Participants acquire relevant knowledge, experience, and skillsets for the industry and work role.
- Participants acquire relevant knowledge on the expectations and requirements of a job.
- Participants acquire relevant real-world understanding and needs of the industry and work role.
- Participants apply the life and social skills learned during training to have healthy social interactions at the workplace.
- Understand basic ICT and cybersecurity concepts.
- Understand the basics of cyber defense.
- Understand the basics of governance, risk management, and compliance.
- Understand the basics of Python programming.
Course Description
This programme provides a comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity, combining essential theory with hands-on and practical skills to prepare participants for early cybersecurity roles. It is designed to equip participants with the technical and interpersonal skills required for entry-level cybersecurity roles, where they will be exposed to and learn fundamental IT and networking concepts, practical network deployment, industry-standard tools for network reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, Python programming, virtual machines and containers, and threat modelling. The technical curriculum is designed to address the demand for these roles: cyber defense, governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC). Throughout the programme, participants will learn how to improve their soft skills and executive functioning to be more effective employees. The programme includes practical challenges and simulations that integrate learned concepts, problem-solving, and real-world skills in the form of cybersecurity technical challenges and an interview simulation at the end. Beyond skills training, this programme offers a direct bridge to inclusive employers, providing end-to-end support from classroom learning to workplace integration.
Core Curriculum & Technical Skills
- Digital Hygiene & Safety: Safe online habits, identifying phishing or scams, and strong password management.
- Assistive Tech Configuration: Securing tools like screen readers, voice-to-text systems, and specialized navigation devices against data leaks.
- IT & Network Foundations: Understanding basic networking, operating systems, and threat modeling.
- Industry Tools: Practical lessons using standard reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment software.
Professional & Career Development
- Industry Certifications: Exam prep for credentials like CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or Microsoft security badges.
- Soft Skills Training: Workplace communication, problem-solving, and professional mentorship.
- Job Placement Support: Resume building, interview preparation, and direct employment pathways into tech sectors
- Remote Job Assistance: Application to international remote jobs with world-known organizations.
- Infrastructure and cloud
Course Description
An Infrastructure and Cloud Training course for persons with disabilities equips learners with foundational tech skills, core cloud concepts, and system administration capabilities utilizing accessible tools and adapted learning environments. Programs typically focus on cloud architecture, hands-on deployment, and assistive technology integration.
Course Objectives
- Cloud Concepts: Master the fundamentals of cloud computing, deployment models, and core vendor services (such as AWS or Azure).
- Infrastructure Management: Learn server configuration, network fundamentals, and cloud resource administration.
- Accessibility Integration: Utilize cloud-based assistive technologies like speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and screen reader compatibility.
Typical Curriculum Modules
- Module 1: Digital and Cloud Literacy: Introduction to personal computer setups, cloud storage platforms, and web browsers via assistive software.
- Module 2: Networking and Systems Basics: Understanding IP addresses, remote desktop connections (RDP/SSH), and foundational IT security.
- Module 3: Cloud Services & Management: Navigating cloud consoles, deploying basic cloud-hosted instances, and managing resources in sandbox environments.
- Module 4: Practical Workplace Readiness: Real-world troubleshooting, digital communication workflows, and preparation for entry-level cloud certifications.
- Data and Data Analytics
Course Description
A data analytics training program tailored for or focusing on persons with disabilities typically spans core data skills, assistive tech integration, and inclusive design standards. Key components include data fundamentals, tool proficiency, and accessible reporting.
Core Curriculum & Technical Skills
- Data Literacy & Foundations: Teaches structured thinking, basic statistics, and data hygiene using tools like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- Database Management & Querying: Introduces relational databases and data extraction using SQL.
- Programming & Advanced Analysis: Covers coding languages like Python (Pandas/NumPy) or R for automated data cleaning and manipulation.
- Data Visualization & Dashboards: Focuses on turning data into visual stories using Tableau or Power BI.
Accessibility & Specialized Modules
- Inclusive Data Collection: Training on how to properly collect and disaggregate metrics regarding disability demographics using frameworks like the Washington Group Questions.
- Accessible Output Design: Learning how to build screen-reader-friendly spreadsheets, accessible charts, and compliant visual dashboards.
- Assistive Technology Integration: Utilizing screen readers, voice navigation software, and alternative input devices seamlessly within analytics development environments.
- Software Development
Course Description
A software development training course for persons with disabilities teaches computer programming, accessible design, and software engineering using specialized adaptive tools and inclusive learning methods. It helps learners gain technical jobs in the digital economy.
Learning Objectives
- Programming Fundamentals: Learn core coding languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Assistive Tech Integration: Use screen readers, voice recognition, and specialized keyboards.
- Web Accessibility: Build digital projects that meet global accessibility standards for all users.
Program Structure & Modules
- Setup & Orientation: Navigating code editors and digital devices using adapted hardware or software.
- Technical Skills: Writing, testing, and debugging software code step-by-step.
- Career Readiness: Building portfolios, preparing for tech interviews, and job placement support.
- Artificial Intelligence
Course Description
An artificial intelligence training course for persons with disabilities teaches fundamental AI skills, practical workplace productivity tools, and digital content creation. These programs bridge the digital divide and build pathways into the modern tech economy.
Course Objectives
- AI Literacy: Teaching the basics of artificial intelligence and machine learning without requiring prior coding experience.
- Productivity & Tools: Training on how to use AI copilots, automated assistants, and generative text tools to simplify tasks.
- Employability Skills: Focusing on digital storytelling, portfolio development, and workplace readiness to improve job outcomes.
Program Features
- Accessible Design: Materials built to accommodate visual, auditory, physical, or cognitive differences using assistive tech.
- Hands-on Projects: Real-world practice creating content, managing workflows, or building a professional portfolio.
- Career Support: Connecting learners with mentorship, internships, or job placement networks.
Partners in Training:
- Centre for Employment of People with Disabilities (CEPD)
- Unity and Humanity International
- NGOs (Local & Foreign)
- Corporate Organizations
- Individuals
- Government Agencies
WATT Professional Studies with its affiliates envision to train Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in IT Career Skills making life pleasurable and globally competitive.
Training Modes:
- On-site – WATT Professional Studies authorized training center
- Online (Zoom) – https://www.watteschool.com/
- Self-paced – https://bonjourgh.com/
Training Levels – Duration
- Foundational – 3 Months
- Intermediate – 3 Months
- Advanced – 3 Months
- Expert – 3 Months
Please note that when we move to the intermediate level for the first cohort, a new session begins for the next cohort and so on and so forth.
Training Resources
WATT Professional Studies will provide training curriculum and contents for the participants. In case of on-site training, participants do not need to bring either laptop or desktop. But for online sessions, participants use their own devices.
Training Fees
The training fee are as follows. Kindly note that these fees are subject to change depending on the cohort.
- Foundational – Ghs2,800.00
- Intermediate – Ghs3,300.00
- Adavanced – Ghs3,800.00
- Expert – Ghs4,500.00
Tests
Participants will take a computer-based test at WATT Professional Studies Pearson Authorized Test Center located at Adenta for Internationally Recognized Certifications from Industry-led Providers like CompTIA, Microsoft, EC-Council, AWS, CISCO, ISC2, IT Specialist, VMware.
Internships
At the end of the four levels of training, participants will undergo a 3-month internship in local organizations to enhance their skills and be ready for job enrollment.
Graduation
After the internship, the participants will have a graduation ceremony to receive their international certifications for the four (4) levels.
Job Opportunities
WATT Professional Studies will liaise with local and international organizations to apply and secure jobs for graduands. For international organizations, they will be offered remote jobs to work from the comfort of their homes.
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