Empowering LA Youth Through Tech Training: Per Scholas at Boyle Heights Technology YouthSource Center

Per Scholas, a nationally acclaimed program, is making a transformative impact by offering free, technology-driven training to young adults aged 18–24. Through its satellite location at the Boyle Heights Technology YouthSource Center, this Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA) initiative provides participants in Los Angeles with industry-recognized certifications in high-demand fields such as IT Support and Cybersecurity. These certifications provide an accessible pathway to post-secondary education, equipping participants with the skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market and secure sustainable career opportunities.

Launched in December 2024, the program at the Boyle Heights Technology YouthSource Center celebrated its first cohort of seven graduates, who successfully completed the rigorous training. With new cohorts scheduled to begin in April and August, the program continues to expand its reach, empowering local youth to pursue rewarding careers in the tech industry.

For more details about this life-changing opportunity, contact the Boyle Heights Technology YouthSource Center at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 323-526-5800.

YouthSource Centers offer a variety of employment, education and support services to L.A.'s young people ages 16-24. To find out more, visit a center near you today.