Transforming Education

Cisco Networking Academy is an innovative, global educational program that provides access to information and communication technology (ICT) skills to help students advance their careers.

Since 1997, Cisco Networking Academy has developed an ecosystem of public-private partnerships to extend the program benefits to more than 700,000 students a year in more than 165 countries.

By supporting the development of ICT skills, Cisco Networking Academy helps address the growing global shortage of networking professionals, while providing opportunities for career advancement, continuing education, and economic gains.

Diversity

The Cisco Networking Academy courses reach a diverse population of students through partnerships with institutions ranging from secondary schools and universities to community organizations such as vocational training centers and correctional facilities.

The program aims to help bridge the digital divide and enhance accessibility for disadvantaged and disabled students through strategic initiatives and partnerships with nonprofits and international development organizations.

In support of the UN Millennium Development Goals, Cisco Networking Academy also empowers women by supporting their professional development and encouraging gender equality within the ICT industry.

Comprehensive Approach

Cisco Networking Academy comprises four main functional areas:

• Product: The Networking Academy portfolio consists of six courses that map to globally-recognized career certifications.
• Relationships: Networking Academy forms partnerships with public and private organizations to improve the quality and reach of the curricula and help students succeed during and after their studies.
• Infrastructure: The Networking Academy data-management system processes nearly one million assessments each month and delivers online courses in multiple languages.
• Support & Design: The Networking Academy team continually measures student progress, outcomes, and objectives to help ensure that students have the resources they need to accomplish their goals.

Community

Members of the global Networking Academy community can connect and collaborate with each other at AcademyNetspace.com. This interactive site is designed to support personal development and career advancement by encouraging members to showcase their talents and accomplishments.

Improving Lives

Cisco Networking Academy provides knowledge and resources that can help individuals advance their careers and improve their quality of life.

As the demand for skilled ICT workers continues to grow, Cisco Networking Academy strives to provide innovative, hands-on learning experiences to help students succeed in ICT and networking positions in virtually every type of industry. Aside from the growing number of job opportunities that are currently available in this field, many new positions are expected to exist in the future.

Networking Academy also encourages local community development through numerous partnerships and initiatives that have been established to encourage sustainable development and opportunities for advancement in communities around the world.

To learn more about Networking Academy, please visit www.cisco.com/go/netacad.