Cisco Networking Academy offers short, free, certificate-based technology courses that you can start today with no prerequisites.
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How long does it take?
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What are they going to ask for?
Technology options
| Program | Format | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Networking Academy | Online, at your own pace | free |
| AWS re/Start | 12 weeks, in person in Lagos | free |
| Google Career Certificates | Coursera, with partner scholarships | paid, with scholarships |
Everything you need to know
Cisco: Get started today
Courses such as Introduction to Cybersecurity, Networking Essentials, and Linux Unhatched are free and have no prerequisites.
Upon completion, you will receive a digital certificate and badge.
AWS re/Start in Lagos
It's a free, 12-week, full-time, in-person course for unemployed or underemployed individuals. It includes a voucher for the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam.
Check the AWS website to see when the next class opens.
Google Scholarships
Google Career Certificates are created through Coursera and are usually paid courses. Google distributes scholarships in the region through partners.
You can also apply for financial aid directly through Coursera.
Quick tips
Complete one course at a time;the certificate comes at the end.
Put it on your resumeand LinkedIn profile.
Never pay fora serious selection process; it doesn't charge a fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Cisco courses free?
Yes, the self-paced courses at netacad.com are free.
Do I need to know how to program?
No. The introductory courses have no prerequisites.
Is AWS re/Start online?
No. It's in person, in Lagos.
Are Google certificates free?
Normally not, but there are partner scholarships.