Mentor Agile Expands Outreach to Underserved Communities Through State-Funded WIOA Scholarships
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CHICAGO - illiNews -- Mentor Agile, a leading certified Agile and product management training provider headquartered in Illinois, today announced a significant expansion of its Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) scholarship program. Beginning July 14, 2025, qualifying candidates from underserved and priority populations across the state will gain zero-tuition access to Mentor Agile's industry-recognized Product Owner and Product Manager certification courses.

What's Offered

• Full Scholarship Coverage: 100% of tuition, fees, and learning materials provided to WIOA-eligible participants, removing financial barriers for unemployed or underemployed individuals, veterans, career changers, and other priority groups.
  
  
• Hands-On, Outcomes-Driven Curriculum: Live online instruction and optional in-person collaboration sessions deliver practical training in Agile principles, Scrum framework, product lifecycle strategy, stakeholder engagement, and real-world tool proficiency.
  
  
• Certification & Career Readiness: Comprehensive preparation for industry certifications is paired with dedicated career coaching, resume workshops, and mock interviews to ensure graduates are job-ready.

"At Mentor Agile, we believe that talent is universal but opportunity is not," said Akber, COO of Mentor Agile. "By leveraging state-funded WIOA scholarships, we're delivering best-in-class Agile education directly to communities that have historically been excluded, empowering individuals to build sustainable, family-supporting careers."

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Who Is Eligible
The program is open to all WIOA-approved candidates, which typically includes:

• Unemployed or underemployed job seekers
  
  
• Individuals facing economic or employment barriers
  
  
• Career changers aiming to enter tech or product management
  
  
• Veterans and other priority populations
  
  

Flexible Learning Formats
Mentor Agile's hybrid delivery model accommodates diverse schedules and learning preferences:

• Fully Online Cohorts for remote learners
  
  
• Hybrid Cohorts combining virtual classes with optional local meet-ups for hands-on practice
  
  

How to Apply
Seats are limited and awarded on a rolling basis:

1. Verify Eligibility: Visit https://courses.mentoragile.com/state-funded
   
   
2. Submit Your Statement of Interest: Email a one-page application to info@mentoragile.com or call (630) 201-8018 for assistance.
   
   
3. Complete a Virtual Interview: Participate in a brief meeting to confirm fit and secure your scholarship.
   
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About Mentor Agile
Since 2023, Mentor Agile has specialized in delivering career-ready training in Agile, Scrum, and product management. With live expert instruction, real-world projects, and one-on-one mentorship, Mentor Agile has empowered over 500 graduates to achieve a 92% job placement rate within six months.

Media Contact
Mentor Agile
Phone: +1 (630) 201-8018
Email: info@mentoragile.com
Website: www.mentoragile.com