The Computer Technologies Program (CTP) — “The Bridge to a Career” — is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit vocational training program in Berkeley, California. Founded in 1974 in the birthplace of the disability rights movement, it describes itself as the world's first program of its kind, with over one million hours of services provided since 1974.

CTP provides training in information technologies, self-marketing strategies, and advocacy to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

“The Computer Technologies Program's mission is to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities by providing training in information technologies, self-marketing strategies and advocacy in partnership with the business and workforce development communities.”

• Founded: 1974
• Founders: Scott Luebking, Neil Jacobson, IBM, the California Department of Rehabilitation, and the Center for Independent Living
• Address: Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline St Ste 240, Berkeley, CA 94703
• Phone: 510-849-2911
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: ctpberk.org

CTP is under unprecedented funding threat as the California Department of Rehabilitation has waitlisted all applicants. A board-led Emergency Board Initiative is pursuing new funding and client sources.

• History — from 1974 to today
• Programs & Services — training programs and admissions
• Mission, Partners & Approvals — approvals, partners, and industry connections
• Impact & Stats — outcomes by the numbers
• How to Support — donate, volunteer, and spread the word
• Contact — reach the CTP team
• Emergency Board Initiative — board response to the 2026 funding threat
• Wiki Change Log — what's new on this wiki

Last updated October 2026. See ctpberk.org for the official site.