Learning and Digital Skills Development
Tomorrow’s global problem solvers
Cisco is committed to inclusive access to digital skills training and supporting those who use technology to educate. Through programs like Cisco Networking Academy and social investments in education, we create new opportunities for individuals to thrive.
Cisco Networking Academy
Cisco Networking Academy is an IT education program that provides free, best-in-class curriculum to secondary schools and higher education institutions worldwide.
Increasing access to quality education
The education programs we support engage students early in their lives, improving their academic performance—like Cisco Networking Academy helping to prepare millions of students from around the world for careers in technology and our nonprofit partners who are increasing opportunities to thrive.
95%
of students completing CCNA curriculum or higher say Networking Academy helped them obtain a job or educational opportunity.
1.8M
students reached by New Teacher Center in 2019-2020.
50M
conversations facilitated between teachers and families by TalkingPoints during the 2019-2020 school year.
Global Problem Solvers: The Series
GPS: The Series engages middle school students with a team of teens from around the globe who use technology to solve real-world problems.
Cisco Educator Resource Center
Using technology to improve STEM learning outcomes and providing free curriculum and resources to educators.
Training military veterans for new careers
Cisco partners to create training and career opportunities for transitioning service members, military veterans, and their spouses.
Personal Impact
We positively impact individuals through our nonprofit partners.
2020 CSR Impact Report and ESG Hub
Cisco is putting people, technology, and resources to work in service of an inclusive future where technology gives everyone the tools to thrive. Visit our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Hub.
Social investments in education
Working with nonprofit partners to help create technology-based solutions.
New Teacher Center (NTC)
NTC provides training and coaching for new teachers and school leaders serving students with high needs.
TalkingPoints
TalkingPoints is building meaningful connections between schools, teachers, students, and their families.