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Explore our free, self-paced online courses. Learn to build networks, develop apps, and secure devices. Join Cisco Networking Academy and become a global problem solver, think entrepreneurially, and drive social change.

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There’s no better place to launch your tech career

Learn from expert educators around the globe, both in-person and online, for free. Start with individual courses or dive right in to a career path. The learning choices and your tech career future are yours for the taking.

Choose what you want to learn to shape who you want to be

Start your learning journey to land your first or next job.

Beginner

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Explore the exciting field of cybersecurity and why cybersecurity is a future-proof career.

Duration: 06h

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Beginner

Networking Basics

Start learning the basics of computer networking and discover how networks operate.

Duration: 22h

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Beginner

Introduction to Modern AI

Learn to use AI in your daily life, craft effective prompt chatbots, and use computer vision and machine translation.

Duration: 06h

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Beginner

Introduction to Data Science

Quintillion bytes of data are created every day. Explore how data is transforming the world and opening up exciting new jobs.

Duration: 06h

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Beginner

Introduction to IoT and Digital Transformation

Billions of devices connect to the network every day. Learn how IoT is digitally transforming the world and opening up exciting new jobs.

Duration: 06h

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Intermediate

Ethical Hacker

Learn the art of offensive security to uncover cyber threats and vulnerabilities before the cybercriminals do.

Duration: 70h

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Beginner

Python Essentials 1

Learn fundamental concepts of computer programming and start building coding skills with the Python programming language.

Duration: 30h

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Beginner

Getting Started With Cisco Packer Tracer

Your on-ramp to Cisco Packet Tracer. Get familiar with the simulation environment and download the latest version.

Duration: 02h

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Beginner

Data Analytics Essentials

Organizations all over the world recognize the value of analytics. Learn the essential tools of the trade.

Duration: 30h

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Follow a career path to your next success

When individual courses aren’t enough, join our more guided career paths. There’s no end to learning and your opportunities for success.

Become a network technician

Networks keep the digital world connected. Learn how networks work and gain employable skills to start your tech career.

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Become a junior cybersecurity analyst

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.

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Navigate the job market with confidence

Build your career skills, discover career possibilities, and get help finding jobs with Cisco Networking Academy career resources. Plan your career goals, craft your resume, prepare for job interviews, and more.

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Cisco Networking Academy is all about you. We offer a comprehensive curriculum developed by Cisco, covering networking, cybersecurity, programming, and other IT-related topics. Prep for your first cert or your first career.

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