Build your IT Career.
Launch your tech career in just 10 weeks with no cost, no experience required, and local support across the Indiana Uplands.
Why Code/IT?
Code/IT Academy is a free, fast-track training program designed to help you start or advance your career in technology. In just nine weeks, you’ll gain essential IT skills, earn a respected industry certification, and get the career support you need to land your first tech job.
IT Careers Start Here
IT fundamentals, career coaching, and employer connections.
Completely Free
A $1,600 value, tuition waived, equipment provided if needed.Beginner-Friendly
No prior experience required!Fall 2025
Program Overview
Code/IT Academy’s Fall 2025 cohort is an intensive, beginner-friendly training program that combines live instruction from Ivy Tech with hands-on local support. In just nine weeks, you’ll gain the foundational IT skills and industry certification that employers are looking for, all at no cost to you.
- Course: CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
- Dates: October 7 – December 9, 2025
- Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–7:00 PM
- Format: Hybrid – Online instruction from Ivy Tech + in-person local support
- Locations: 11 counties in the Indiana Uplands (see full list below)
- Certification Exam: Up to two attempts covered
- Extras: Loaner laptops available, career coaching, mentorship, job placement help
Career Pathways
Web Development
Learn web design, front-end and back-end development, and modern web technologies
Cybersecurity
Learn about digital security, threat detection, risk management, and other key concepts
Cloud Operations
Cloud-based technologies, infrastructure management, virtualization, and cloud service deployment
Project Management
Gain skills in project planning, execution, monitoring, and closing, with a focus on IT-related projects
Success Stories
From Beginner to Certified in Just 9 Weeks
"Loved it. It felt like a small class, despite the many other counties involved. I felt comfortable asking questions. Staff is so kind and positive."
Alex Hacker Summer '24
"Completing the CompTIA Tech+ course was a game-changer for me. It helped solidify my foundational tech knowledge and gave me confidence to continue to work towards a career in IT."
Barbara Emmons Spring '25
"With the class complete, I have this sense of accomplishment and depth of understanding. I am far more confident I will find my way now. And I have a plan."
Clarence Knapp Fall '24
The Process
1. Apply
Submit your application by Sept 27
2: Learn
Complete the 10-week hybrid course
3. Certify
Take the CompTIA ITF+ exam (two attempts covered)
4. Launch
Work with career coaches to land your next opportunity
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About Code/IT
Code/IT Academy provides scholarships for tech training, empowering individuals in the Uplands region to build meaningful careers in tech.
Supported by a $1.37 million READI grant and partnerships with The Mill, Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI), and Ivy Tech Community College, our mission is to transform the career landscape in the Uplands region by providing high-quality tech education and training. We are dedicated to equipping our students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in technology careers.
We know how difficult it can be to find the career path that’s best for you. So we take a mentoring approach, helping you find your place in the tech industry.
Ready to Start Your Tech Career?
Applications close September 27th – Seats are limited
Questions?
Contact:
Haley Pritchett | Program Manager
haley@dimensionmill.org