At Tech901, everything we do comes back to one thing:
Train. Certify. Employ.
That’s not just a message—it’s how the program works.
No Shortcuts
We hear it all the time: 
“I already have experience.”
“I’ve been doing this for years.”
“I don’t need that certification.”
We understand where that’s coming from.
But in today’s work landscape, experience alone isn’t enough.
Technology changes fast. And many roles—especially ones held for 10+ years—tend to focus on what a specific employer needed at that time. That’s not wrong. It’s just limited.
To move forward, you have to be open to learning, adapting, and validating your skills beyond what one role required.
Because at Tech901, it’s not just about what you’ve done—it’s about what you can prove, build on, and take with you.
Why the Structure Exists
Our programs are funded by partners who believe in outcomes.
That’s how we’re able to offer courses that typically cost $3,500+ for just $250.
But that comes with responsibility:
- Certifications are required—not optional
- Each course builds on the next
- Students must be prepared for what comes next
If we skip steps, the results fall apart. And results are the entire point.
What You’re Getting
For $250, you’re not just getting a class.
You’re getting:
- Instructor-led training
- Hands-on labs
- A certification voucher
- Access to an on-site Pearson VUE testing center to complete your certification
- A structured pathway forward
- Connection to employers and alumni
If you’re new to certifications, here’s how the process works:
You don’t just attend class and move on.
You train, then you prepare, and then you sit for the certification exam.
- Your course is built around the certification objectives
- You’ll practice with real exam-style material
- When you’re ready, you schedule your exam
- You take it right here at Tech901
No guesswork. No figuring it out on your own.
We don’t just prepare you—we give you the structure and support to finish what you start.
What’s Required From You
This only works if you show up and do the work.
- Accountability is required
- Participation is required
- Attendance is required
This is not a passive experience.
If you’re not ready to engage, push yourself, and follow through—this may not be the right fit.
And that’s okay.
The Reality
We often meet people with real tech experience—but no certifications.
That experience matters.
But without validation—and without staying current—it’s harder to move forward and harder for employers to recognize what you bring to the table.
Certifications close that gap.
“I had been doing tech-related work for years, but getting certified gave me something I could point to—and it changed how employers responded.”
— Tecia
What Employers Actually Value
We work closely with employers across Memphis, including FedEx, ALSAC, and Regional One Health.
The feedback is consistent:
They’re not just looking for exposure to technology—they’re looking for verified skill, consistency, and follow-through.
And the results back that up:
- Nearly 500 employers have hired at least one Tech901 graduate
- 2,300+ industry-recognized certifications earned
- $50M+ economic impact generated
That’s what happens when training, certification, and accountability stay aligned.
Bottom Line
We don’t measure success by seats filled—we measure it by certifications earned and people employed.
We’re here to help people move forward—with the skills, certifications, and structure to actually get there.
No shortcuts. Just a pathway that works.
We’re looking for individuals committed to their personal and professional growth—people who understand the value of what Tech901 provides.
It’s not the right fit for everyone. But the results speak for themselves.
Disclaimer
Already have the skills? There is a Test-Out Option—but you’ll need to verify it through certification to move forward.