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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

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Our Cisco Networking Academy is a skills and career building platform that contains FREE self-paced courses designed to take at your own pace in a number of different areas like Cybersecurity,Python and more.

Cisco Networking Academy is an IT skills and career building program for learning institutions and individuals worldwide. Self-paced courses are designed to take at your own pace, at any point in your career journey. More than 9 million people have joined Networking Academy and become a force for change in the global economy since 1997.

We are delighted to announce that ICT Skillnet is now an affiliated partner and as such are able to bring you up-to-date and relevant self-paced training programmes in areas like Cybersecurity, IoT, Networking, Python, Linux to name but a few.

LIST OF PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE

Below is a list of the programmes currently available to undertake and full details for each are listed further down the page.

Introduction to Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Essentials
Introduction to IoT
Linux Unhatched
Linux Essentials
Get Connected
Programming essentials in Python

COST

Whether you are currently employed or seeking work these programmes are all FREE following completion of a simple registration form. Please note to be eligible in the first instance you must be resident in Republic of Ireland.

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of any programme participants will have access to a branded Cisco Certificate of Completion.
Cisco Networking Academy courses prepare you for specific Cisco certifications.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

The registration process couldn’t be simpler. Read through the programme outlines above and decide which is/are for you. Please note for each programme you wish to undertake you will need to complete a separate registration form. There are two types of registration form (A) for those who are currently in employment and (B) for those not currently working.

Once we have received and reviewed your registration form, you will be emailed a link to the Cisco Networking Academy where you will register yourself.

Once you are registered with the Cisco Networking Academy you can begin your self-paced training.

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Beginning
Duration: 15 hours
Audience: The introductory course for those who want to explore the world of cybersecurity.
Prerequisite: No prerequisites required.

ABOUT THE COURSE

With billions of devices now online, new threats pop-up every second.
Today’s interconnected world makes everyone more susceptible to cyber-attacks. Whether you’re attracted to the relatively new world of cybersecurity as a professional, or just interested in protecting yourself online and in social media, this introductory course is the answer.
It explores cyber trends, threats—along with the broader topic of cybersecurity in a way that will matter to YOU. For instance, you’ll learn how to protect your personal privacy online while gaining additional insight on the challenges companies, and governmental and educational institutions face today. You’ll also earn a Networking Academy badge for completing this course.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learn what cybersecurity is and its potential impact to you.
Understand the most common threats, attacks and vulnerabilities.
Gain insights for how businesses protect their operations from attacks.
Find the latest job trends and why cybersecurity continues to grow.

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Intermediate
Duration: 30 hours
Audience: For those planning to study for CCNA Routing & Switching or CCNA Security certifications.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Cybersecurity or equivalent knowledge recommended.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Learn the basics needed to fight cybercrime.
A single breach can have huge consequences for a company’s ability to function, hurting the bottom line and causing disruption in the daily lives of millions of people. This is why the demand for security professionals continues to grow. Get onboard—and develop an understanding of cybercrime, security principles, technologies, and procedures used to defend networks. Then decide whether you want to pursue an entry-level networking or security role professionally. Recommended for students planning to study for the CCNA or CyberOps Associate Certifications.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

Understand security controls for networks, servers and applications.
Learn valuable security principals and how to develop compliant policies.
Implement proper procedures for data confidentiality and availability.
Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer.

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Beginning
Duration: 20 hours
Audience: For those looking to start their IoT learning journey here.
Prerequisite: No prerequisites required.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Start your IoT journey here.
Those who invest in learning IoT (Internet of Things) skills can help transform any business in any industry, from manufacturing to saving endangered species. The combination of increased global Internet access and a growing number of devices designed to connect is creating endless opportunities. Imagine 26 billion people, systems, and physical objects connecting and sharing data seamlessly over the internet by the year 2020. This isn’t a what-if scenario, it’s real-life and it’s coming together all around us right now. Learn how the Internet of Things is changing the world and the skills needed to land a well-paying job. Take your first step now!

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learn how the current digital transformation is creating unprecedented economic opportunity.
Understand how the IoT is bridging the gap between operational and information technology systems.
Discover how standard business processes are being transformed.
The security concerns that must be considered when implementing IoT solutions.

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Beginning
Duration: 8 hours
Audience: The “start from scratch” Linux course. A quick intro to the popular operating system.
Prerequisite: Completion of CCNA 6.0 curriculum is assumed.

ABOUT THE COURSE

The “start from scratch” Linux course.
Ever considered a career in Linux? Or, stuck in a dead-end job and exploring options for a career change? NDG Linux Unhatched allows students to wade into the shallow end of Linux, the back-end operating system used by global titans such as Facebook, Google, Microsoft, NASA, Tesla, Amazon and more.
Graduates walk away with a clear understanding of whether Linux is for them or not, without having to commit to more than 8 total hours of self-paced learning. To ensure you don’t get stuck, you’ll be guided step-by-step through a series of hands-on virtual machine activities. The course aligns well with the Linux exam objectives found on the CompTIA A+ Certification. After this course, we suggest taking either NDG Linux Essentials or NDG Linux I.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

Basic installation and configuration of Linux software.
Understand the basics of the Linux Command Line Interface (CLI).
Interact with, and become familiar with the Linux virtual machine.
Determine if Linux is for you or not.

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Intermediate
Duration: 70 hours
Audience: Build upon your existing Linux skills and prepare for certification.
Prerequisite: No prerequisites required for this course.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Build upon your Linux knowledge and get closer to job ready skills.
As one of the most successful open source collaborations, Linux has evolved into the most reliable operating system on the planet. It’s used for embedded systems to virtually all supercomputers for a good reason. Nearly every IT job requires some Linux knowledge. NDG Linux Essentials quickly builds your Linux knowledge and prepares you for the LPI Linux Essentials Professional Development Certificate (PDC), your proof to employers that you know Linux! Many concepts in this course are covered at a more demanding pace in NDG Linux I.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

Acquire open source concepts and progressively master Linux commands.
Understand how Linux is used and the basics of its command line.
Become skilled at using the Linux virtual machine for experiments.
Prepare for LPI Linux Essentials Professional Development Certificate (PDC).

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Beginning
Duration: 30 hours
Audience: Learn how to use a computer, connect devices and access search, email, and social media.
Prerequisite: No prerequisites required for this course.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Cover your digital basics.
The digital world is upon us both personally and professionally. Having a better understanding of the Internet, computers and social media can be a big help toward acquiring digital skills. And, once you have these skills there are many more possibilities opened to you as far as career advancement. Learn how to use a computer, connect devices and access search, email, and social media. Enjoy course content that is very user-friendly and interactive with lots of illustrations! No previous knowledge is needed for this introductory course.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

Create accounts for Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Understand computer networking and how to browse and search the Internet.
Identify common problems and implement solutions.
Become familiar with Microsoft Windows and how to work with files and folders.

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Duration: Self-paced
Location: Online training
Fee: FREE but registration is essential

Level: Intermediate
Duration: 70 hours
Audience: Start here to learn Python, the language for IoT.
Prerequisite: No prior knowledge of programming is required.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Learn Python, the language for IoT.
How great would it be to write your own computer program? Or, design a web or desktop application that millions of people could enjoy? Both are a possibility if you learn how to code in Python. Python is the very versatile, object-oriented programming language used by startups and tech giants, Google, Facebook, Dropbox and IBM. Python is also recommended for aspiring young developers who are interested in pursuing careers in Security, Networking and Internet-of-Things. Once you complete this course, you are ready to take the PCAP – Certified Associate in Python programming.

Programming Essentials in Python is a two-course series that covers all the basics of programming in Python, as well as general computer programming concepts and techniques, and the object-oriented approach.

The Python Essentials course series is divided into two parts:

Python Essentials 1 (PE1): BASICS, consisting of four modules;
Python Essentials 2 (PE2): INTERMEDIATE, consisting of four modules.

Each student has access to hands-on practice materials, labs, quizzes, and tests to learn how to utilize the skills and knowledge gained on the course and interact with some real-life programming tasks and situations.

Students who complete the course will be able to accomplish coding tasks related to the basics of programming in the Python language, and to understand the fundamental notions and techniques used in object-oriented programming.