Tech Certificate Inspiring Stories from Digital Workshop Center
A tech certificate is invaluable to professional growth, but sometimes it is hard to believe without knowing how they have impacted real people. In the ever-evolving world of technology, it’s the stories of real people making a real difference in their career that often inspire us the most. At Digital Workshop Center, we are proud to showcase our Alumni through our Success Story Series, where our former students have shared their journeys of upskilling, career growth, and achieving their dreams through earning a tech certificate.
Whether you’re a prospective student or a proud alum, these stories reflect the powerful impact of investing in your professional self through education. Take some time to read their stories and listen to their success.
Leighton Vary – Creating new roles to fulfill company needs
Before attending DWC, Leighton Vary struggled with inconsistency in various industries, but earning a tech certificate provided direction and practical experience. Through DWC’s digital marketing program, they gained confidence and skills like SWOT analysis and SEO, which allowed them to transform their company’s marketing efforts, ultimately shifting from operations to a marketing lead role. Leighton emphasizes the value of approaching classes with a learning mindset and leveraging certificates to secure job opportunities.
Kathy Bush – From barista to customer specialist
Kathy Bush, a graduate of the Business Administration Certificate tech certificate, transformed her professional skill set through focused courses in productivity tools and soft skills. The hands-on learning environment and small class sizes helped her grasp complex programs like Excel, preparing her for both personal and professional success. Now navigating a career in customer support and freelancing writing, Kathy continues to apply the skills she gained, crediting the DWC program for equipping her to thrive in the modern workforce.
Terrian Heck – Upskilling for career advancement
Terrian Heck, a junior web developer and veteran, turned to Digital Workshop Center through the VET TEC scholarship and Web Development tech certificate to enhance his frontend web development skills. The program’s flexible schedule allowed him to upskill while maintaining his job, with expert instruction in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Since completing the certification, Terrian has built a strong portfolio and received new job opportunities, crediting the hands-on learning and supportive instructors at DWC for his growth and confidence in the field.
Crystal Gregory – Merging marketing skills with project management
Crystal Gregory, an IT Project Manager, turned to Digital Workshop Center’s Digital Marketing tech certificate to quickly gain the skills needed to build a digital presence for her project management clients during the pandemic. The certificate’s hands-on, targeted courses helped Crystal master tools like Google Analytics and social media marketing, which she now uses to enhance communication and branding in her projects. Her story highlights the value of upskilling in digital marketing to stay competitive in today’s business landscape.
These are just a few of the many inspiring stories from our alumni who have taken the step to upskill and transform their lives through tech certificates. The Alumni Success Story Series is more than just a showcase of achievements—it’s a testament to the power of education, determination, and the supportive community here at Digital Workshop Center. If you’re considering upskilling or changing careers, Digital Workshop Center offers hands-on training, dedicated support, and real-world applications to help you reach your goals. Visit our other pages to explore our tech certificate programs, and start your journey today!
Are you a proud graduate with your own success story to share? We invite you to get in touch with us! You can be the next feature in our Alumni Success Story Series and your story could inspire the next wave of learners to take charge of their careers.
