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April 16, 2024 - 9:15 am

Now Available: Free Networking & Cybersecurity Courses & Certification

By 20Fathoms

Individuals in Northwest Michigan can get certified in networking and/or cybersecurity through free courses thanks to a partnership between 20Fathoms and the Center on Rural Innovation. The certification courses are available through Cisco Academy and are self-paced and 100% online.

Continue reading for details on each of the two courses.

Networking Essentials Course

Explore how networks operate, including the devices, media, and protocols that enable network communication. Develop key skills so you can perform basic troubleshooting, using effective methodologies and help desk best practices.

This course will prepare you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Network certification and you will receive a stipend for the CompTIA Networking+ certification exam.

Additional details:

  • 65 hour self-paced, 100% online course .
  • No prerequisites for learner enrollment. Open to anyone.

Certification and career pathways:

  • This curriculum helps students develop workforce readiness skills and builds a foundation for success in networking-related careers and degree programs.

How to apply:

Cybersecurity Essentials Course

Achieve a basic understanding of how cybersecurity operates and how to protect yourself and organizations from cyber attacks. By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Know what cybersecurity is and its potential impact.
  • Understand the most common threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities.
  • Protect businesses and their operations from attacks.
  • Demonstrate vital skills, such as threat intelligence, network security, and risk management.
  • Find the latest job trends and why cybersecurity continues to grow.

This course will prepare you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification and you will receive a stipend for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.

Additional details:

  • 70 hour self-paced, 100% online course .
  • No prerequisites for learner enrollment. Open to anyone.

Certification and career pathways:

  • The demand for cybersecurity experts has grown three times faster than any other IT job role, and training a cybersecurity workforce is a priority of many governments.
  • Cybersecurity applies to any professionals responsible for security and privacy of company or customer systems.

How to apply: