Choose Your Tech Path with Expert Coaching in Just 4 Steps

Are you a career changer, starting/restarting college, a parent, or mentor guiding a student?
 

We help you move from "I'm worried about choosing the wrong tech field, wasting money on the wrong program, struggling in college, and not being able to get hired" to "I'm confident in my tech field choice, have the perfect program, know how to succeed in college, and have a clear path to my first job" so that you can build the tech career you want without costly mistakes.

 
Without a proven system, you'll risk spending  $40,000 to $80,000+ on the wrong degree program, waste 2-4 years studying something that doesn't lead to jobs, and finish with debt but no clear career direction—while missing out on $200,000+ in early career earnings.
 
Join New York Times–featured and award-winning mentor Dr. Rose Shumba as she guides you through her proven 4-step process covering these key areas: tech field selection (AI, data science, cybersecurity, software engineering, computer science), program choice (bootcamp, certificate vs degree), college success strategies, and first internship planning.
 
Stop worrying about your tech future. Get a clear plan that works.
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Does This Sound Familiar?

Over the years, I’ve heard the same struggles from students, parents, and career changers just starting out in tech:

  • “I’m not sure which tech path to choose.”
  • “What if I pick the wrong major, course, or school?”
  • “I want to help my child, but I don’t know much about computers.”
  • “When should I start applying for internships… and how?”
  • “What if I graduate but still don’t feel job-ready?”
  • “I don’t know which of my current skills will even matter in tech.”

Many smart, capable people face these exact questions. The truth is, students often:

  • Choose programs without understanding career outcomes
  • Enter without the academic or strategic prep they need
  • Miss key opportunities like internships and networking
  • Graduate with debt—but no clear path or job-ready skills

You're not alone. The good news? These challenges are completely preventable with the right preparation, tools, and guidance.

Your 4-Step Tech Career Journey

Step 1: Check Your Situation

You confirm that you are starting/restarting a tech program, guiding someone who is, or considering tech program alternatives. You know this page is designed for your exact situation.

Step 2: Get Your Personal Direction

Our free AI assessment analyzes your strengths, interests, and situation to give you preliminary tech field recommendations and program guidance. You'll know which direction to explore first.

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Step 3: Build Solid Understanding

 Use our resources to understand what tech exploration involves and what different programs offer before making any commitments. You'll feel ready to explore with confidence.

Access: Self-Guided Learning

Step 4: Choose Your Exploration Program

How we help: You select the right program and coaching level to properly explore your tech career options with expert guidance.

Choose the program that fits your interests:

  • Find Your Best Tech Path (12 weeks) – for exploring computer science, data science, software engineering, AI, and other tech careers [Choose Your Coaching Level]
  • Find Your Perfect Cyber Role (8 weeks) – for cybersecurity-specific planning [Choose Your Coaching Level]

You'll select your preferred coaching level (Community, 1-on-1, or VIP) when you enroll. You'll be ready to explore deeply with support.

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What You Walk Away with

  • You Confirm Your Situation - You verify that you are starting/restarting a tech program (or guiding someone who is) and this program is designed for your situation
  • You Get Your Starting Direction - You complete the assessment and know which tech areas to explore first
  • You Understand the Exploration Process - You know what's involved in properly exploring tech careers and what each program offers
  • You Choose Your Next Step - You select the right exploration program ("Find Your Best Tech Path" for computer science, data science, software engineering, AI OR "Find Your Perfect Cyber Role" for cybersecurity) with the coaching level that fits
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Why This Changes Everything: The Generous Payoff

  • Save $18,000+ in Avoided Mistakes: Know your direction from day one, not after wasting time and money on the wrong degree, bootcamp, or certification.
  • Graduate Job-Ready — Not Job-Hoping: Start building relevant experience now, so you’re not scrambling later to figure out what employers actually want.
  • Earn $15,000–$30,000 More in Your First Job: Students with clear direction and real experience command higher starting salaries — and get hired faster.
  • Skip the Career Crisis: While others realize too late they chose the wrong path, you’ll be confidently building a career that fits your gifts and goals.
  • Start With Purpose — Not Pressure: Move from “I hope this works out” to “I know exactly where I’m headed — and how to get there.”

Success Stories

Students, parents, and career changers all found clarity through our programs..

"As a career changer, I was overwhelmed by all the options in tech. Through the Tech Career Discovery program, I finally gained clarity on which path was right for me. The 12-week exploration helped me confidently choose cybersecurity, and now I’m enrolled in the right program — and finally feel prepared for success."
— Jennifer M., Career Changer

"The Tech Navigator program was exactly what I needed as a college student. The AI-powered assessment showed me that data science was my best fit, and the education strategy comparison helped me pick the right courses. I now have a 6-month plan and am actively applying for internships with confidence."
— David K., Computer Science Student

"As a parent, I joined the Faith + Tech Community to better support my daughter’s tech journey. The monthly calls with Dr. Shumba gave me the insight I needed to guide her decisions, and the community support was priceless during the college application process."
— Maria S., Parent

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Make the Right Choice

Confidently choose the right path; degree, boot camp, or certification

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 Building a U.S. Tech Career

Avoid Common Mistakes International Students Make
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Know Before You Enroll 

Compare career paths in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics.

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Hands-On Tech Career Discovery 

Test your fit in programming, AI, cybersecurity, and data science with beginner-friendly projects.

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Courses to Build Clarity, Confidence, and Strategy

Things I Wish I Had Known Before Starting a Computing Program—Enhanced with AI

Learn five powerful strategies every student (and parent) should know to start strong, avoid common pitfalls, and stay ahead in computing—all in just five hours.

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What Your Professors Aren't Telling You

Discover four hidden truths that can change your trajectory—from managing time and energy to understanding the job market and planning your next steps.

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 Six Steps to Your First Tech Internship

The AI-Powered Tech Internship Success Series

Get ready to land your first internship, even without prior experience. A perfect next step after building your academic foundation.

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From Zero Experience to Full-Time Offer

The AI-Powered Tech Internship Success Series

Get ready to land your first internship, even without prior experience. A perfect next step after building your academic foundation.

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Interested in our Bundles?

College Advancement Bundle

Start college with clarity and momentum using strategies that connect academics to real tech careers.

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Internship Success System

Use your college years wisely—build the skills and connections that lead to full-time offers.

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Know what you are getting into before wasting resources, and build the foundational skills you need to succeed.

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Get noticed by employers with resume and interview prep tools built for today’s job market.

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Don't Leave Your Tech Education to Chance

Smart preparation now can save you years of confusion and thousands of dollars later. Get the guidance you need to make confident decisions about your tech education and career.

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