Year Up Bay Area

What is Year Up?

Unlock your potential with Year Up at Diablo Valley College! Dive into a one-year tech training program, gaining hands-on skills and stepping into professional internships with Bay Area giants like Salesforce, Twitter, GE Digital, Workday and more. Choose from Information Technology or Project Management tracks, earn 32 credits, and join a supportive learning community. It's your pathway to success in the dynamic world of technology!

Eligibility

You can apply to be a Year Up student if you are:

• 18-29 years old
• High school graduate or GED recipient
• Have the legal right to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, DACA registered, or have an employment authorization card)
• Enrolled or interested in enrolling at Diablo Valley College
• Interested in a career in the tech industry
• Of low to moderate income

What Does it Cost?

Participation in Year Up won't cost you anything! Plus, you'll receive a stipend: up to $200/month in your first term and up to $1000/month during your internship.

First Term Courses

IT Helpdesk/Desktop Support:

• Computer Literacy (COMSC-101)
• Computer Network Technology (CNT-104)
• Microsoft Excel Comprehensive (CIS-116)
• Business English (BUS-101)
• Public Speaking (COMM-120)
• Business Communications (BUS-250)
• Business Ethics (BUSMG-174)
• Customer Service (BUSMG-168)

OR

Project Management Support

• Computer Literacy (COMSC-101)
• Microsoft Excel Comprehensive (CIS-116)
• Public Speaking (COMM-120)
• Business Communications (BUS-250)
• Business Ethics (BUSMG-174)
• Customer Service (BUSMG-168)
• Intro to Project Management (CIS-180)
• Project Management tools (CIS 185)
• Small Group Communication (COMM-130)

How Do I Begin?

Step 1: Create a Year Up Account

Take five minutes to create a Year Up account by completing the online form.

Step 2: Begin Your Year Up Application

After you create an account you will be prompted to your Year Up student portal. This is where you will submit your application, sign up for your interview, and take care of onboarding items if you are conditionally accepted to the program.

Step 3: Apply at DVC

If you are not currently enrolled at Diablo Valley College, you will need to apply before being admitted to Year Up.

The Year Up staff as a whole has been an incredible support system. Each staff member really tries their best to help you succeed. My coach, Adanta, helped me refine my professional skills, gave me great feedback, advice, and was just overall a great role model. 

Jordan Maramag, computer science graduate