By the #s (2016) 
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95% participate in the internship. On average 85% gain employment. Only 60% stay in the first job for more than a year, however alum have shown their persistence and continue to remain employed beyond the 3 years we have tracked students. 40% continue their education, most often with SFCC programs.
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(Failures are often due to “bad matching” or “forced matches” between employers and students. )

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PROTEC

• Microsoft Basic Training

• Tech-for-Business Platforms
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• Social Media Basics

• Optional Online
  Paid Internship

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Evidence Based Success

We find PROTEC participants: 

• Increase their personal awareness about local workforce opportunities

• Continue to build resume credits post-program completion including professional certifications and certificates

• Exhibit confidence in navigating employment opportunities with
  participants joining DWS

• Obtain jobs post-program 60%-85%

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• Find ways to self-motivate when times are tough

• Matriculate into continued education (completing GED or certificate) by 26-46%

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