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CLASSES

Courses are skill-focused and students receive fundamental hands-on training in computer application, programming and design.

COURSE MATERIALS

Our instructional approach is unconventional, we leverage comprehensive materials and resources to teach fundamentals.

GREAT INSTRUCTORS

Program instructors comprise of  young and seasoned professionals with  Information Technology focused background.

CERTIFICATION

Choose from our wide range of Microsoft accredited certification tracks and let our instructors guide you to a sustainable new skill set.

GENERAL

We are committed to efforts to introduce minority youth to “real world” programming knowledge.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership is open to IT professionals interested in increasing and advancing minorities in the field.

PROGRAMS

Underrepresented youths are given strong foundations and knowledge in software programming.

PROFESSIONALS

BDPA meetings and special events provide invaluable opportunities for networking with local fortune 500 corporations.
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HOW WE WORK

BDPA is a catalyst for professional growth and technical development for minority youth and professionals in the IT industry.

Our mission is to support local Information Technology (IT) professionals and youth to increase the number of historically underrepresented persons of color in Computer Science and Information Technology fields.

Learning in safety and comfort

High-quality coding and computer literacy programs

Accreditation and certificates

Corporate and professional network membership

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OUR CLASSES

Youth Technology Camp
Provides middle to high school aged students exposure to technology in an exciting hands-on environment.
Microsoft Imagine Academy
A complete IT education connecting students and local communities through leading-edge technology skills.
HS Technology Program
This Saturday program teaches many core disciplines and application development principles.

HS Computer Competition
A national programming competition program for students with advanced level programing skills.

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Postal Address

2395 Ariel Street
North Suite A
Maplewood MN 55109

Phone & E-mail

Phone: (651) 777-9119
info@bdpatc.org

Business Hours

Monday – Friday
9 am – 5 pm

Sessions

Saturdays
10 am – 2 pm
Sunday – Friday Closed

ABOUT US

The Twin Cities Chapter is focused on championing the next generation of IT leadership. As an organization staffed entirely of highly respected professionals in the Information Technology, we offer unique opportunities to connect members and students with cutting edge technologies and education.

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CONTACT US

Please contact us if you have any questions on programs, would like to get involved or you are interested in becoming a member.
  • 2395 Ariel Street North Suite A Maplewood MN 55109
  • +1 (651) 777-9119
  • info@bdpatc.org

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