PW3 Bitcoin Education Program
10-Week Comprehensive Course
"Education is the foundation of financial sovereignty" — Our Bitcoin Diploma Course is a Pasifika Web3 Tech Hub implementation of the My First Bitcoin program, designed to equip Pacific communities with essential Bitcoin knowledge and financial literacy from a culturally-aware perspective.
Educational Roadmap: Onboarding Pasifika to the Bitcoin Economy
Our vision is to guide Pacific Island communities through a comprehensive journey into the Bitcoin economy. Starting from foundational concepts to hands-on participation in the network, each phase builds the skills and knowledge needed for true financial sovereignty.
🚀 From Basics to Bitcoin Mastery
📚 Phase 1: Foundation & Introduction
Current Cohort (2025) - Building the fundamentals
- Understanding money, inflation, and the need for sound money
- Introduction to Bitcoin's history and principles
- Wallet setup and making your first Bitcoin transaction
- Lightning Network for daily Bitcoin use
- Basic technical concepts (hashing, blockchain, consensus)
🔧 Phase 2: Running the Network
Next Cohort - Deeper down the rabbit hole
- Setting up and maintaining a Bitcoin full node
- Understanding node hardware and software requirements
- Validating transactions and blocks independently
- Contributing to network decentralization
- Advanced privacy and security practices
- Lightning Network node operation
⛏️ Phase 3: Mining & Proof of Work
Future Cohort - Participating in network security
- Understanding Bitcoin mining and Proof of Work
- Mining hardware and energy considerations
- Solo mining vs. pool mining strategies
- Heat reuse and sustainable mining practices
- Mining economics and profitability analysis
- Contributing to network hashrate and security
🌟 Our Vision: Building Bitcoin Capacity in Pasifika
This progressive roadmap is designed to transform Pacific Islanders from Bitcoin beginners into active participants in the Bitcoin economy. By completing each phase, students gain not just theoretical knowledge, but practical, hands-on experience that contributes to the network itself.
After completing the first cycle (Phases 1-3), participants will have a comprehensive understanding of Bitcoin from user to validator to miner—positioning them as leaders who can guide their communities toward financial sovereignty and economic independence.
Future phases will explore: Bitcoin development, Lightning Network routing, BTCPay Server deployment, multi-signature setups, and advanced privacy techniques.
⏰ Application Deadline: Now Closed
Applications for the current cohort are now closed. Stay tuned for future cohort announcements!
First Class: Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM HST (Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time, UTC-10:00). See course calendar for full schedule.
PW3 Bitcoin Diploma
Our Bitcoin Diploma Course is built on the proven curriculum from My First Bitcoin, a global grassroots movement focused on open-source Bitcoin education. This partnership ensures our Pacific communities receive world-class Bitcoin education while maintaining cultural relevance and accessibility.
Course Overview
The PW3 Bitcoin Diploma is a comprehensive 10-week program that transforms complex Bitcoin concepts into accessible knowledge for Pacific Island communities. Through 20 live interactive sessions, participants journey from basic monetary concepts to advanced Bitcoin usage, all delivered with cultural sensitivity and practical Pacific context.
Course Requirements & Assessment
Our assessment system is designed to ensure comprehensive understanding while maintaining accessibility for Pacific learners. The course combines interactive participation, knowledge testing, and practical application.
📹 Live Webinar Classes
100 points - Attend interactive online sessions
📝 Weekly Quizzes
100 points - Test your knowledge each week
🎯 Final Quiz + Practical
50 points - Demonstrate your Bitcoin skills
🏆 Passing Minimum
150 points - Earn your digital certificate
Bitcoin Diploma Curriculum 2025
Our curriculum follows the proven My First Bitcoin framework, adapted for Pacific Island contexts. Each week builds upon previous knowledge, creating a comprehensive understanding of Bitcoin's role in financial sovereignty.
Community & Prerequisites
Our Bitcoin Diploma Course welcomes learners from all backgrounds across the Pacific. We believe that financial education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their technical experience or career stage.
🌊 Serving Pacific Island Communities
Our Bitcoin education program is designed specifically for Pacific Island communities, with timezone-friendly scheduling and culturally-relevant content.
👥 Who Can Join
- Young professionals
- Career transitioners
- Curious learners
- Retiring individuals
📋 Prerequisites
- Comfortable using PC and mobile devices
- Basic troubleshooting skills
- English proficiency (spoken & written)
- Reliable internet connection
Instructors & Team
Our course is led by experienced educators and blockchain professionals who bring both technical expertise and cultural understanding to Bitcoin education in the Pacific context.
🎓 Lead Instructors
Britney Taamu-Miyashiro
Educational Resources Manager
Edwin Liava'a
Full Stack Developer/Blockchain Engineer
🎤 Guest Speakers
Industry experts and Bitcoin advocates who will share their knowledge on specific topics throughout the course, bringing diverse perspectives from the global Bitcoin community.
Schedule & Logistics
Our course is designed to accommodate Pacific Island time zones and learning preferences, with flexible scheduling and multiple communication channels to ensure accessibility for all participants.
📅 Course Schedule
- Duration: 10 weeks (Aug. 26 - Nov. 8, 2025)
- First Class: Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Format: 2 live classes per week (1 hour each)
- Timezone: Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST, UTC-10:00)
- Platform: Google Meets
- Communication: WhatsApp/Telegram groups
🎯 Learning Approach
The pace follows My First Bitcoin recommendations - one chapter per week allows time for questions, discussions, and additional activities to reinforce learning. Two live classes per week help mitigate the limitations of remote learning while building strong community connections.
About the Organizations
This course represents a collaboration between Pasifika Web3 Tech Hub and My First Bitcoin, combining local cultural knowledge with proven global Bitcoin education methods.
🏝️ Pasifika Web3 Tech Hub
Our mission is to create a decentralized marketplace and infrastructure network that empowers Pacific Islanders through Bitcoin and Lightning Network technology. We prioritize financial sovereignty, security, and accessibility for Pacific Island communities.
Visit pasifika.xyz →₿ My First Bitcoin
A global grassroots movement focused on open-source Bitcoin education. Their mission is to empower individuals through financial education with accessible, transparent, and practical Bitcoin knowledge.
Ready to Start Your Bitcoin Journey?
Join our community-focused Bitcoin education program designed specifically for Pacific communities. Learn about Bitcoin, financial sovereignty, and the future of money in a supportive, culturally-aware environment.