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NetAcad Program Updates - IPD Week - May 2024

Tuesday 28^th at 2pm CEST
We have many topics to cover, CCNA / CCNP minor updates, new CCST IT Support certification, All new offerings in AI and Sustainability and many more.
Register: https://netacad.webex.com/weblink/register/r7d077ed44a136d5e2b1689c68d4284ba

Journey to Convergence: Wednesday 29^th at 6pm CEST. All updates about convergence, actions to take, instructor resources. Don't miss this change to be inform, we are only 3 months away from Convergence!
Register:
https://netacad.webex.com/weblink/register/ra6c1b07ec00d32c40b5c5fa835d5afa7

Be Prepared! Hands-on Educator Experience Walk-through Part 2 30^th May at 5pm CEST. We continue to bring you the hands-on demo of the new platform. Join us to learn how you can leverage the Custom Content feature to enrich student's learning experience, and how to use Gradebook to monitor student progress.

Register:
https://netacad.webex.com/weblink/register/re90a238df71dc25d58074974e5398deb

You can also review the Part 1 recording: https://skillsforall.com/resources/video/ipd-be-prepared-hands-on-educator-experience-walk-through

And many technical sessions in English that ca be found in the IPD Week course! https://cs.co/ipdcourse24

Wednesday 29^th at 3pm CEST - IPD Dutch - Nederlandse Programma Updates
Register: https://netacad.webex.com/weblink/register/r51532ff1d28b5e04c0d1c34ba98850ed

Friday 31^st May at 3pm CEST - IPD French - Journey to Convergence
Register: https://netacad.webex.com/weblink/register/r106566d8f7c4071c775a3100c7f761dc

 

Cisco s'engage à former 25 millions de personnes à l'IT d'ici 2032

Ce mardi 23 mai, Armand Leblois, directeur Europe Cisco Networking Academy Europe, Julien Berton, formateur NetAcad, et Charlotte Epeti-Mpacko, étudiante NetAcad, se sont penchés sur le réseau de Cisco, le programme de formation de NetAcad et également les opportunités offertes par l'intelligence artificielle.

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An inspiring week for Networking Academies & SkillsForAll

After four years of webinars NetAcad partners from the EMEA region convened in Paris to evaluate the newest course offerings and share feedback.

More than twenty new courses have been created over the last year with topics such as IT Infrastructure, Networking, Data Science, IT Essentials, English for IT and the brand new CCST certification tracks on Networking and Cyber Security! 🎉

New Networking Academy Learning Portfolio

During the last year a lot has been added to the Cisco Networking Academy Portfolio: new courses on Cybersecurity and Internet of Things.  Also, the development of courses for non-IT degree programmes has just started.

 

Below you will find descriptions, overviews and posters about the Cisco Networking Academy programme and portfolio.

 

New Cisco Networking Academy Learning Catalog

URL: http://honim.typepad.com/biasc/2017/04/cisco-networking-academy-learning-portfolio-catalog.html

 

New Networking Academy Learning Portfolio

URL: http://biasc.be/2017/04/networking-academy-learning-portfolio.html

 

New Comprehensive Education Program for Multiple Education Levels

URL: http:biasc.be/2017/04/comprehensive-education-program-for-multiple-education-levels-.html

 

Cisco Networking Academy Posters

URL: http://honim.typepad.com/biasc/2017/04/cisco-networking-academy-posters.html

Cisco Networking Academy Industry Certifications

URL: http://biasc.be/2017/04/cisco-networking-academy-industry-certifications.html

 

Cisco  Networking Academy Learning Experience
Becoming a T-Shaped Professional

URL:  Download NetAcad_Learning_Experience pdf

 

 

Finally, a reminder to register for the Benelux Netacad Day at Cisco Amsterdam on 17 May.

Registration Link: http://biasc.be/2017/03/register-benelux-academy-day-17-may-2017-amsterdam.html

Cisco Networking Academy Industry Certifications

 

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PPT:  Download NetAcad-Industry-Certifications

Value of Industry Certifications

Evidence-Based Research Shows that Employers See Value

• Faster Problem Resolution
• Reduced Network Downtime
• Increased Client Satisfaction
• More Successful and Timely IT Projects

Networking Academy Learning Portfolio

    
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PPT:  Download Product Portfolio Executive Deck 1.30.17

Cisco Networking Academy Posters

Skills for Today/ Skills for Life

• Poster 1:  Download Poster-NetAcad-24x36-blue
• Poster 2:  Download Poster-NetAcad-22x28-blue

Cisco Networking Academy Learning Portfolio Catalog

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PDF:  Download Learning-Portfolio-Catalog-Brochure

Cisco Networking Academy is an IT skills and career building program for learning institutions and individuals worldwide. More than 6 million people have joined the Networking Academy and become a force for change in the global economy since 1997. Networking Academy is one of the pillars of Cisco’s Corporate Social Responsibility policy and delivers classroom instruction, online teaching materials, interactive tools, and hands-on learning to students from every socioeconomic background, so that they can develop the knowledge and skills required to succeed in a technology-driven market.

The Networking Academy Portfolio learning outcomes include the following:

• Exploratory offerings
  exposure to new ideas; basic conceptual understanding; encourage students to consider a career in a particular technology area or type of technology-related business;
• Foundational offerings 
  Conceptual understanding and practice of beginning and intermediate skills that form the basis for choosing one or two areas to specialize their skills;
• Career-Ready offerings
  Iterative learn / apply skill cycles in every lesson; prepare for entry-level job; further specialization;

The portfolio includes a heavy emphasis on preparation for industry-recognized certifications which lead to greater employment opportunities.

Comprehensive Education Program for Multiple Education Levels

Cisco Networking Academy Programme

Give your students the ability to be a global problem solver with the technical and cognitive skills needed by employers

PDF:  Download NetAcad-Program-Overview-Brochure

The world increasingly runs on digital networks. Organizations of all kinds depend on a workforce educated to design, build and operate these networks.

The current digital revolution is projected to connect 50 billion things to the internet by 2020. Analysts expect the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector to generate an increasing number of high-skill, in-demand jobs across a broad spectrum of industries. 

There aren’t enough people with the expertise to fill these positions. Your students are ready to take up the challenge. All they need is the opportunity, and you can provide that by adding Cisco Networking Academy courses to your education program.

For more information about the education programmes contact Yvan Rooseleer <[email protected]>.

 

 

 

Networking Academy Update 2016

As the economy and social life continues to move into digital, the number and variety of courses offered by Cisco Networking Academy has evolved.  Apart from the classical career-ready certification programmes, Cisco has added quite a number of exploratory and foundational courses.

Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

URL: http://biasc.be/2016/10/networking-academy-course-updates-2016.html

 

CCNA Routing & Switching | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016 | Career-Ready

The CCNA Routing & Switching Curriculum is comprised of four courses. Completion time for each course is 70 hours.

CCNA R&S Course 1: Introduction to Networks - Course 2: Routing and Switching Essentials - Course 3: Scaling Networks - Course 4: ConnectingNetworks

 Curriculum Overview

The 4 courses in the CCNA R&S curriculum help students develop a comprehensive understanding of how networks operate, from protocols and services to network management, with an emphasis on hands-on learning and essential career skills like problem solving and collaboration.

Career Prep

Courses 1-2 align with the Cisco CCENT certification and courses 3-4 align with the Cisco CCNA R&S certification. Students gain the skills needed to become network administrators, technicians, or managers.

Learning Components

• 4 courses: Introduction to Networks,
  Routing and Switching Essentials,
  Scaling Networks, Connecting Network
• Hands-on labs and Cisco Packet Tracer
  network simulation activities
• Videos and activities to reinforce learning
• Quizzes and exams to measure learning outcomes

Features

Target Audience: Students interested in pursuing an IT-related career

Prerequisites: None, vocational students often take IT Essentials or equivalent knowledge prior to CCNA R&S

Languages: Arabic, Chinese-Simplified, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese-Brazilian, Russian, Spanish (courses 1 and 2 also available in German, Hungarian, and Turkish; course 1 available in Romanian)

Course Delivery: Instructor led

Estimated Time to Complete: 280 hours

Recommended Next Course: CCNA Security or CCNP R&S

CCNA Security | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016 | Career-Ready

Course Overview

CCNA Security introduces the core security concepts and skills needed to troubleshoot and monitor computer networks and help ensure the integrity of devices and data.

It emphasizes the practical application of the skills needed to design, implement, and manage network security systems.

Benefits

CCNA R&S students interested building security and data protection expertise for the Cisco CCNA Security career certification and jobs as network security specialists.

Learning Components

• 11 chapters, quizzes, and chapter exams
• 13 Cisco® Packet Tracer activities and one Packet Tracer Practice Skills Based Assessment (SBA)
• 16 hands-on labs
• One each: pre-test, certification practice exam, practice final, final exam and skills-based assessment

Features

Target Audience: 2-year and 4-year college students in Networking or Engineering programs

Prerequisites: CCNA R&S: Scaling Networks

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Instructor-led

Estimated Time to Complete: 70 hours

Recommended Next Course: CCNP R&S ROUTE

Target Audience: 2-year and 4-year college students in Networking or Engineering programs

Prerequisites: CCNA R&S: Scaling Networks

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Instructor-led

Estimated Time to Complete: 70 hours

Recommended Next Course: CCNP R&S ROUTE

CCNP Routing & Switching | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016 | Career-Ready

Curriculum Overview

The three CCNP Routing & Switching courses provide a comprehensive overview of enterprise-level networking concepts, including advanced routing, switching, and troubleshooting.

The curriculum integrates industry-relevant instructional approaches to help students prepare for career opportunities.

Career Prep

College students seeking hands-on practical experience, Cisco CCNP R&S certification, and career skills in advanced routing, switching, and troubleshooting.

Learning Components

• 3 courses: CCNP R&S ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing, CCNP R&S SWITCH: Implementing IP Switched Networks, and CCNP R&S TSHOOT: Troubleshooting and Maintaining IP Networks
• Hands-on labs
• Cisco Press textbooks
• Chapter exams and final exams

Features

Target Audience: 4-year college students in Networking or Engineering programs

Prerequisites: CCNA R&S courses 1 - 4

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Instructor-led, textbook-based

Estimated Time to Complete: 210 hours

NDG Linux | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016 | Career-Ready

Curriculum Overview

The three CCNP Routing & Switching courses provide a comprehensive overview of enterprise-level networking concepts, including advanced routing, switching, and troubleshooting.

The curriculum integrates industry-relevant instructional approaches to help students prepare for career opportunities.

Career Prep

College students seeking hands-on practical experience, Cisco CCNP R&S certification, and career skills in advanced routing, switching, and troubleshooting.

Learning Components

• 3 courses: CCNP R&S ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing, CCNP R&S SWITCH: Implementing IP Switched Networks, and CCNP R&S TSHOOT: Troubleshooting and Maintaining IP Networks
• Hands-on labs
• Cisco Press textbooks
• Chapter exams and final exams

Features

Target Audience: 4-year college students in Networking or Engineering programs

Prerequisites: CCNA R&S courses 1 - 4

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Instructor-led, textbook-based

Estimated Time to Complete: 210 hours

IT Essentials | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

Course Overview

IT Essentials covers fundamental computer and career skills for entry-level IT jobs. Students apply skills and procedures to install, configure, and troubleshoot computers, mobile devices, and software.

Benefits

For students seeking career-oriented, entry-level hardware and software skills to prepare for technical support roles, this course aligns with the CompTIA A+ certification.

This course also serves as a foundation for CCNA-level courses.

Learning Components

• 14 chapters
• 99 hands-on labs and 29 interactive activities
• Cisco Packet Tracer, virtual laptop, and virtual desktop learning tools
• 14 chapter exams, 1 checkpoint exam, 1 skills review exam, 1 practice final exam, 1 final exam, 1 skills-based assessment, and 2 practice exams for CompTIA A+ certification

Features

Target Audience: Secondary and 2-year college vocational students

Prerequisites: None

Languages: Arabic, Chinese-S, Chinese-T, Croatian, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese-Brazilian, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian

Course Delivery: Instructor-led

Estimated Time to Complete: 70 hours

Recommended Next Course: CCNA R&S Introduction to Networks

NDG Linux Essentials | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

Course Overview

The Linux Essentials course, developed by Networking Academy partner NDG, teaches the fundamentals of the Linux operating system and command line and open source concepts.

The Linux virtual machine is embedded in the course; allowing students to experiment with Linux commands.

Benefits

Learn Linux OS, open source programming, and IoE skills to expand IT knowledge beyond networking. Aligns with the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Linux Essentials Professional Development Certificate.

Learning Components

• 16 chapters
• Built-in virtual machine to experiment with Linux commands
• 13 lab exercises
• Learner-directed activities
• Chapter exams, mid-term, and final exam

Features

Target Audience: Upper secondary and 2-year college students

Prerequisites: None

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Instructor -led or Self-paced

Estimated Time to Complete: 70 hours

Recommended Next Course: CCNA R&S Introduction to Networks

CPA: Programming Essentials in C++ | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

Course Overview

Prepares student to accomplish coding tasks related to the basics of programming in the C++ language and the fundamental notions and techniques used in object-oriented programming.

Benefits

Builds the skills you need for entry-level programming career opportunities and to succeed in jobs related to software development, network engineering and system administration. Aligns with CPA – C++ Certified Associate Programmer Certification

Learning Components

• Eight modules of interactive instructional content
• More than 100 practice labs
• Chapter and Final exams

Features

Target Audience: Upper secondary , 2-year and 4-year college students

Prerequisites: None

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Instructor-led

Estimated Time to Complete: 70 hours

Recommended Next Course: IoT Fundamentals, CCNA R&S, NDG Linux Essentials

Mobility Fundamentals Series | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

Series Overview

Starting with Wireless Technology Standards, the Mobility Fundamentals series teaches students about wireless and mobility technologies in the Digital Transformation Age.

Topics covered in these instructor-developed courses include wireless LAN design and mobility applications.  Five Modules available

Benefits

Builds foundational wireless and mobility technology career skills for current IT Essentials or CCNA R&S students interested in expanding their skills.

Learning Components

• Several modules of multimedia content
• Video recordings featuring Networking Academy instructors
• Activities that reinforce learning, including Cisco Packet Tracer activities
• Assessments, including module quizzes
• Certificates of completion for each module

Features

Target Audience: Upper secondary, 2-year and 4-year college students

Prerequisites: None

Languages: English

Course Delivery: Self-paced

Estimated Time to Complete: 1.5 hours each

Recommended Next Course: Complete the Mobility Fundamentals Series

Entrepreneurship | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

 

Series Overview

Entrepreneurship supplements the IT skills gained in CCNA R&S curriculum by teaching business and financial skills, behaviors, and attitudes, to help students develop an entrepreneurial mindset.

Students learn by completing a series of interactive case studies.

Benefits

Students seeking to supplement IT expertise with entrepreneurial thinking, business development, and financial management skills.

Learning Components

• 7 modules
• Modules feature interactive case studies and videos that reinforce business management skills
• Quizzes for each module
• Discussion board

Features

Target Audience: Secondary, 2-year and 4-year college students

Prerequisites: None, recommend CCNA R&S RSE for labs

Languages: Arabic, Chinese-T, Chinese-S, English, French, Italian, Portuguese-BR and Spanish

Course Delivery: Instructor -led or Self-paced

Estimated Time to Complete: 15 hours

Complementary Course: Be Your Own Boss

Introduction to IoT | Networking Academy Course Updates 2016

Course Overview

The Introduction to IoT (Internet of Things) course introduces learners to the technologies that support IoT, and the career and social opportunities created by the growing number of networked connections between people, processes, data, and things.

Benefits

For students seeking an overview of trends, technologies, and career opportunities in the Internet of Things.

This course also serves as a foundation for CCNA-level courses.

Learning Components

• 5 modules of interactive content featuring IoT experts
• Activities, videos, and simulations to enhance the learning experience
• Pre-test, module quizzes, and a final exam

Features

Target Audience: General audience

Prerequisites: None

Languages: Arabic, Chinese-S, Chinese-T, English, French, German, Italian , Japanese, Korean, Portuguese-BR, Russian, Spanish

Course Delivery: Instructor -led or Self-paced

Estimated Time to Complete: 20 hours

Recommended Next Course: IT Essentials or CCNA R&S Introduction to Networks