Designed for learner success, Skills for All provides free, quality, self-paced online learning aligned to industry jobs and connects learners to in-demand entry-level IT jobs, industry certifications, and valuable career resources. Skills for All from Cisco Networking Academy gives learners everywhere — from all backgrounds and experiences — a pathway to a career in technology.
Explore
The basic entry level courses to begin exploring Computer Science and Cybersecurity.
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Computer Hardware Basics
- Operating System Basics
- IT Customer Support Basics
- Operating Systems Support
- Introduction to IoT and Digital Transformation
Digital Literacy
Begin your path to digital literacy with flexible course options that focus on essential digital skills you can apply to your everyday life and work.
- Digital Awareness
- Using Computer and Mobile Devices
- Create Digital Content, Communicate and Collaborate Online
- Digital Safety and Security Awareness
AI
Get started with generative AI, build responsible AI skills, and accelerate your learning journey with Intel® OpenVINO™ toolkit.
Packet Tracer
Practice networking, IoT, and cybersecurity skills with Cisco Packet Tracer, a powerful simulation and visualization tool. Enroll in Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer to download the latest version of the Packet Tracer.
- Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer
- Exploring Networking with Cisco Packet Tracer
- Exploring Internet of Things with Cisco Packet Tracer
- Introduction to Packet Tracer Exam
Professional Skills
Cultivate communication, collaboration, and adaptability to stand out in the job market and accelerate your career.
- English for IT 1
- English for IT 2
- Discovering Entrepreneurship
- Launching a Business Venture
- Managing a Business Venture
- Engaging Stakeholders for Success
- Creating Compelling Reports
Data Science
Linux
Programming Languages
- Python Essentials 1
- Python Essentials 2
- JavaScript Essentials 1
- JavaScript Essentials 2
- C++ Essentials 1
- C++ Essentials 2
- C++ Advanced
- HTML Essentials
- CSS Essentials
Programming Languages Certifications
- Python Essentials 1 Industry Certification
- Python Essentials 2 Industry Certification
- JavaScript Essentials 1 Industry Certification
- JavaScript Essentials 2 Industry Certification
- C++ Essentials 1 Industry Certification
- C++ Essentials 2 Industry Certification
- C++ Advance Industry Certification
Digital Essentials
More in-depth course content to begin possible career exploration.
Network Technician Career Path
Networks keep the digital world connected. Learn how networks work and gain employable skills to start your tech career.
- Networking Basics
- Networking Devices and Initial Configuration
- Network Addressing and Basic Troubleshooting
- Network Support and Security
- Network Technician Career Path Exam
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
- Join Cisco Learning Network: Get Answers to Your CCST Questions Today
- The bridge between talent and employment
Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Pathway
Cyber attacks increase with every digital connection made around the world. Learn how to protect and defend an organization and gain employable skills to start your cyber career.
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Networking Basics
- Networking Devices and Initial Configuration
- Endpoint Security
- Network Defense
- Cyber Threat Management
- Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path Exam
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity
- Join Cisco Learning Network: Get Answers to Your CCST Questions Today
- The bridge between talent and employment
Explore the ND Start Engineering Cybersecurity Career Guide to learn more about the Cybersecurity landscape and opportunities for your future.
Thank you to our Cisco Network Academies in North Dakota who support the efforts of this Cisco Skills for All Citizens Initiative:
- Bismarck Career Academy
- Bismarck State College
- Fargo South High School
- Grand Forks Public Schools
- Grand Forks Red River
- Hankinson Public School
- Lake Region State College/Lake Area Vo-Tech
- Minot Public Schools
- New Rockford-Sheyenne School District #2
- New Salem-Almont High School
- North Dakota Career and Technical Education
- NDIT-EduTech
- North Dakota State College of Science
- Sheyenne Valley Area CTC
- Sitting Bull College
- Turtle Mountain Community College
- University of Mary
- West Fargo Public Schools
- Williston State College
- United Tribes Technical College