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St. Francis School of Technology

A vocational-tech institution bridging IT education and career readiness for young Haitian adults in Jérémie.

New Curriculum to meet the opportunities

Founded in partnership with the local Catholic diocese, St. Francis School of Technology offers programs in IT, networking, and digital business to young adults aged 18-30 most of whom could not otherwise access post-secondary education.

IT Fundamentals and Network Administration

Hardware, software, operating systems, and basic networking a 6-month foundational program.

LAN/WAN configuration, router setup, and system security a 9-month advanced program.

Web Design

Development of websites, including digital commerce.

Computer Literacy / Interactive Projector Training for Teachers

Computer basics, productivity tools, databases, internet use and using Interactive Projectors in the Classroom

Student outcomes

Over 70% of St. Francis graduates find employment in IT-related fields within 12 months of graduation. Several alumni have launched their own tech businesses in Jérémie and Port-au-Prince.

Teachers are prepared to enter classrooms with the skills to instruct students in a far more engaging atmosphere.

The school operates year-round, with two cohorts per academic year and a current enrollment of 50 students.

110
Active students
70%+
Employment rate
5
Cohorts / year
3
Diploma programs

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