Technology Programs

Robotics Process Automation (RPA)

Welcome to the LAUNCH Automation Program at the University of South Florida!

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, automation is transforming how businesses operate and redefining the future of work. Our 16-week program equips you with the skills needed to excel in this dynamic field, utilizing one of the industry-leading platforms, Automation Anywhere.

Participants will have the opportunity to earn both Essential and Advanced certifications, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of Robotic Process Automation (RPA). Additionally, our curriculum includes training in Microsoft Excel, with a pathway to achieve a Microsoft Specialist certification.

Join us to enhance your career prospects in an evolving job market where automation expertise is in high demand. Embrace the future of work with us at LAUNCH USF!

Program Tuition

• The cost of the LAUNCH Automation program is $4,000
• Accepted funding sources: Vocational Rehabilitation, Private Pay.
• We are in the process of securing other funding sources.

Program Components

Students can leave our program with:

• Automation Anywhere Essentials Certification
• Automation Anywhere Advanced Certification
• Automation Anywhere "Automation Developer Start" Badge
• Automation Anywhere "Automation Developer Accelerate" Badge
• Updated or new resume that lists accomplishments in the program
• Professional headshots
• A tech-focused, professional LinkedIn profile and the ability to understand networking on LinkedIn
• Internship (paid or unpaid) or project-based experience with a partner organization. (NEW)
• Minimum of 25 hours.
• Due to the diverse requirements of our business partners, this experience may begin after the program is over. Our staff will still offer the same level of support to the business and student in these cases.
• Increased knowledge of Microsoft 365, Teams, and Excel through program participation
• Extensive training and badging in Microsoft Excel topics (NEW)
• Including but not limited to: Rows & Columns, Cells, Formatting, Formulas & Functions, Tables, Charts, PivotTables, and Power Query
• Microsoft Office Specialist Certification, with a focus on Excel software (NEW)
• Example: Excel Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps)

Topics Covered:

Introduction to the Automation Developer Career Quest Setting Up Your Environment Building Your First Automation Browser Package Basics Recorder Package Fundamentals Working with Variables CSV/TXT Package Usage Loop Package Basics Folder Package Operations Record Variable and Package Utilization Automation Challenges: Shopping List and Customer Onboarding Log to File Package Error Handling Techniques Steps Package for Automation Design Excel Packages Overview Conditional Statements SQL Basics Bot Lifecycle Management Credential Vault Management Version Control in Automation Workload Manager Basics Document Automation Overview Advanced Recorder Package Techniques		Advanced Excel Package Practices Email Package Essentials JSON Package Fundamentals REST Web Services Basics Thick Client Applications Automation Task Bot Package Overview List Package Introduction Data Table Package Usage XML Package Basics PDF Package Functionality Python Package Integration Developer Challenge: Employee Data Migration Automation Command Center Features Alerts and Notifications in Automation 360 Setting Up Automation Co-pilot for Business Users Data Management Formulas and Functions Data Analysis and Validation Formatting and Style Collaboration and Sharing Troubleshooting and Optimization

Program Eligibility:

• 18 and older with a lifelong or acquired disability.
• Out of high school.
• Passion for working in the technology field.
• Reliable transportation to and from the USF campus.
• Can commit to a 4-month program.
• Independent use of a functional communication system, self-care, behavioral regulation, and safety skills.
• Familiarity and experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Email, and Internet Browsers/Chrome.