What is a Cisco Networking Academy?
Do you want to have access to the latest comprehensive interactive content to leverage in your high school or college classroom?
The Cisco Networking Academy was created over 20 years ago to help educate and train the next generation in how to master technology. Since it’s humble beginnings, this program has evolved into a world-renowned educational suite that is available to high schools, colleges, universities, and communities for free.
Cisco Networking Academies are equipped with the latest turn-key curriculum and content enabling educational institutions to quickly and painlessly enable the next generation of world problem solvers.
As an academy you will be able to leverage the Cisco brand name to support and grow your enrollment. The academy instructor community allows instructors to connect with each other sharing best practices and collaborating on professional development activities.
What You Need to Get Started
• Classroom space for in-person instruction
• A classroom with computers for students
• Persistent Internet access of at least 512Kbps
For courses that use Cisco equipment, your institution must have:
• Funds to purchase lab equipment bundles (varies by curriculum)
• A dedicated classroom at least 550 square feet or 50 square meters for hands-on instruction
• An instructor available for training and qualification
What You Get From the Program
By becoming a Cisco Networking Academy, you will get free access to a plethora of resources, including:
• Curriculum for in-depth technical training
• Training in problem-solving and entrepreneurial skills to help students get a job or start a business
• Vocational programs to prep students for certification
• Access to the Cisco Learning Platform
• Cisco Packet Tracer – a tool that allows you to perform network simulations
• Career advice, networking opportunities, and employment preparation
• And much more
Why Academy Support Centers Exist
Academy Support Centers, like Platinum ASC, exist to help high schools, colleges, universities, and community programs kick start their programs as well as provide ongoing support. Because this support is vital to ensuring the success of a Cisco Networking Academy, Cisco requires each academy to have a an ASC partner.
At Platinum ASC, we are passionate about helping Academies thrive. We aim to help each of our partners grow and prosper because we understand the impact that our partners have on the future of technology and the world.