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Skills Bootcamp graduates — Don't miss out on their talent!

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Bob Armstrong
12 October, 2022

Skills Bootcamp graduates could be a boon for your business. Don’t miss it.

As we rebuild the economy post-pandemic, we face a massive gap in digital skills. To bridge it, you may consider hiring bootcamp grads.

Why?

  1. They’re more experienced than uni grads. The UK Government reports the average age for bootcamp grads is 31. Also, most of them take bootcamps to transition into new roles or a new industry. This means they've had several jobs prior to transitioning into tech and bring a wealth of transferrable skills to your business—including soft skills!

  2. They’re proactive. No one asks which bootcamp you'll take you when you grow up. Unlike university education, bootcamps are a relatively recent phenomenon. This means that people who sign up for them actively choose to do so. They're taking control of their lives. Strategic thinking, courage, independence are a valuable mindset to bring to your workforce.

  3. They’re hungry for opportunities. Bootcamp grads want to develop their skills after their course ends. To do that, they need to add varied projects to their CVs. These are the people who will leap at opportunities you bring to the table and make things happen. Sounds like ideal colleagues!

  4. Their skills are tailored to your needs. Bootcamps are very varied. Also, employers can sponsor them too based on the skills they're missing. Need a great employee? Target specific bootcamps.

  5. They come from all walks of life. Unlike IT, which is rife with stereotypes, bootcamps have no baggage. They appeal to everyone, which makes them more approachable—not to mention, affordable—than a university education on the same topics. Especially now, anyone can break into tech. Why not open your business to varied talent?

For the past eleven years, we’ve been named one of the Top 20 IT Training Companies in the World. We offer Skills Bootcamps, Apprenticeships, and Courses from key players such as Microsoft, (ISC)2, ISACA… Perhaps they're right for your team? Get in touch.