From Unemployed to In-Demand - How WIOA Funding Opens Doors to Tech Careers

CHICAGO - Aug. 11, 2025 - PRLog -- As the job market evolves, a growing number of job seekers are turning to workforce development programs like WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) to transition into tech roles. Mentor Agile's Product Owner/Product Manager certification course is leading this charge transforming unemployed and under-employed individuals into sought-after product management professionals with 100% tuition funded through WIOA assistance.

A Pathway to Career Transformation
WIOA grants empower eligible participants including veterans, low-income individuals, and young adults to pursue fully sponsored training.

One candidate shared: "If you've been thinking about a move into tech or product management, this is your chance" reflecting how Mentor Agile is enabling real-world pivots to high-growth roles.

What the Funded Opportunity Covers

• Full tuition and fees for Mentor Agile's live-online or hybrid product ownership and product management course.
  
  
• Complete course materials plus one certification exam attempt.
  
  
• A comprehensive career-support package featuring resume reviews, mock interviews, and job-search coaching.
  
  

Classes kick off 15 AUG 2025, with seats allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested individuals can check their eligibility through a short online form and schedule a follow-up intake call with a Mentor Agile advisor.

Success Stories in Action
Since 2023, Mentor Agile has trained over 500 Illinois residents in Agile, Scrum, and product management many of whom have landed roles at regional tech firms and Fortune 500 companies.

Why This Matters Now
In today's job market, there's a strong demand for professionals equipped with Agile and product management skills. With WIOA-funded training, Mentor Agile offers a powerful catalyst for economic transformation enabling individuals to transition swiftly from unemployment to thriving in tech careers.

About Mentor Agile
Mentor Agile is a Illinois Board of Higher Education–approved provider dedicated to helping individuals launch or accelerate their careers through practical, high-quality training in Agile methodologies and product management.

Media Contact
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Phone: +1 (630) 201-8018
Email: info@mentoragile.com
Website: https://mentoragile.com