02/16/2026
Myth vs. Fact: Hiring Per Scholas Baltimore Alumni
Myth: A four-year degree is required to succeed in tech or tech-adjacent roles
Fact: Per Scholas Baltimore supports skills-based hiring. Learners are trained to meet role
requirements through hands-on experience, certifications, and technical literacy.
Companies miss out on top talent when degrees are used as a proxy for skills.
Degree-first hiring often shrinks the talent pool, slows time-to-hire, and overlooks candidates with hands-on experience, strong professionalism, and real-world readiness. In fast-moving tech, CX, and operations roles, skills-based talent is often the better fit.
If a degree-first approach hasn’t worked for you—and you’re seeking driven, job-ready tech talent with hands-on training—join us at the Per Scholas Baltimore Q2 Hiring Mixer.
📅 April 3 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Meet emerging talent for entry to mid-level tech, tech-adjacent, CX, and professional roles.
Register here: https://luma.com/fba8vr3y
Questions? Email LaShaunda Smith at [email protected]