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Launching technology careers for individuals with disabilities and veterans.
abilIT is a 14-week program offered in partnership with Melwood, one of the nation’s leading advocates, employers, and service providers for people with disabilities and their caregivers. The program serves people with disabilities and injured veterans who already have a basic knowledge and understanding of IT to sit for industry-recognized certifications, then supports finding employment in IT, cybersecurity, or tech-adjacent fields.
Launching Technology Careers
By combining hands-on technical training with personalized soft skills instruction, abilIT equips participants to sit for certification exams and step into entry-level IT roles. With nationwide placement support—including opportunities within the Defense and Intelligence Community—participants leave ready to build lifelong careers as competitive technology professionals.
- 281 abilIT graduates since the program’s inception
- $20.11 average hourly wage of people placed in jobs from this program
- $0 training is offered at no cost to program participants
- 74% program completion rate
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Eligibility
We welcome candidates ready to grow and soar in their careers. To join the abilIT program, you should meet the following requirements:
- Education & Experience – High school diploma or equivalent. Some intermediate experience in IT or proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Residency – must be eligible to work in the US
- Funding – Training is fully covered at no cost to accepted candidates
- Candidates - must apply online via the link below
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Once your application is submitted, a member of our team will be in touch!
Participants can earn industry-recognized credentials, including CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+, building the foundation for a successful IT career.
Graduates are prepared for roles such as help desk technician, cybersecurity analyst, tech support, IT specialist, and more—opening doors to meaningful, in-demand careers.
From connecting with potential employers to navigating interviews, abilIT guides participants every step of the way to confidently pursue the right opportunities.
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