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CAREERS 
& CURRENCY 

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Careers and Currency is a workforce development initiative that supports high school students and emerging adults transitioning into high-paying careers. The initiative offers career counseling, skills training, and financial planning resources to achieve greater socioeconomic mobility. By providing comprehensive support and resources, the program helps individuals overcome barriers to success and reach their full potential. Careers and Currency also comprises several career development series geared to promote economic mobility.

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CAREERS & CURRENCY SERIES 

COINS AND CODE

Learn the skills companies hire for — no degree required.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Coins & Code is an 8-week virtual program that introduces high school students to the world of Salesforce CRM, artificial intelligence, and the real tech skills companies hire for. Through hands-on projects and guided learning, students explore high-paying career pathways that do not require a college degree. Whether you’re brand-new to tech or already curious about the field, this program helps you build confidence, experience, and a strong foundation for your future.

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After completing the program, students also have the option to continue working toward an industry-recognized Salesforce certification, giving them a powerful next step into careers that offer $60K-plus earning potential without a college degree.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Salesforce Essentials
Understand how the world’s leading customer management platform powers businesses and learn the fundamentals through real tasks and scenarios. 

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Intro to Artificial Intelligence
Learn what AI is, how it works in the world around you, and how to build simple tools using AI prompts and beginner-friendly applications.

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Career Readiness Skills
Strengthen your résumé, communication, and workplace skills while exploring tech career pathways that offer $60K-plus earning potential without a college degree.

TIMEFRAME

The program will take place from January 2026 to March 2026:​

  • 1/27/2026

  • 2/3/2026

  • 2/10/2026

  • 2/17/2026

  • 2/24/2026

  • 3/3/2026

  • 3/10/2026

  • 3/17/2026

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

  • High school students between 14-18 (minors require parental consent) and college students between 18-28.

  • Participants must live in the Central Florida region (any student that resides outside of Orange County, FL pays $18 for the program. In-person experiences are rooted in the local community, but the impact reaches far beyond).

  • Attendees must actively participate in each session, maintaining a minimum of 80% attendance throughout the eight-week program.

  • Live, virtual sessions on Tuesdays starting January. All sessions begin at 6:00 PM

  • The program includes two in-person meetings for field trips to local businesses.

  • ​Students must have consistent access to a reliable computer and internet.

  • Students must secure transportation to the in-person field trips.

  • Email programs@8cents.org for additional questions. 

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