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4. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 4 Cisco Networking Academy ® Computer and networking jobs can be found in any industry Nearly every company needs ICT for success

5. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 5 Cisco Networking Academy ® ICT skills can open up a world of career choices Students can be successful in ICT careers now and in the future, which means job security and growth Students can make a difference for themselves and their families

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8. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 8 Cisco Networking Academy ® Every 60 seconds on the internet, this happens  By 2015, there will be 15 billion network connections to manage

9. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 9 Cisco Networking Academy ® The amount of information managed by businesses will grow… IDC's Digital Universe Study, sponsored by EMC, June 2011 Over the next decadeToday

10. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 10 Cisco Networking Academy ® Over the next decade IDC's Digital Universe Study, sponsored by EMC, June 2011 BUT the number of ICT pros ready to work will not meet that demand – estimates show it will grow by less than a factor of… Today

11. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 11 Cisco Networking Academy ® ICT and networking courses offered at schools in your area To prepare you for good jobs in today’s economy

12. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 12 Cisco Networking Academy ® Instructors 20,000 + Languages 19 Students taking academy classes 4 Million + Countries with academy schools 165 Schools offering academy classes 10,000 + Online exams taken 100 Million +

13. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 13 Cisco Networking Academy ® “In a global economy where the most valuable skill you can sell is your knowledge, a good education is no longer just a pathway to opportunity – it is a prerequisite.” – President Obama, Address to Joint Session of Congress  In-person and online instruction  24/7 tech support  Hands-on practice  Simulation games  Easy-to-follow labs  Preparation for certification exams  Job-related skills

14. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 14 Cisco Networking Academy ® PACKET TRACER Student Networking Knowledge and Skills IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software Networking for Home and Small Businesses Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise Designing and Supporting Computer Networks Network Fundamentals Routing Protocols and Concepts LAN Switching and Wireless Accessing the WAN CCNA Security ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing SWITCH: Implementing IP Switched Networks TSHOOT: Troubleshooting and Maintaining IP Networks Network Professional IT Technician Network Technician Network Associate Network Specialist CCNA Discovery CCNA Exploration CCNP CCNA Security IT Essentials

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16. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 16 Cisco Networking Academy ® Introduction to ICT skills Learn-by-doing: hands-on activities and labs Develop confidence working with computers

17. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 17 Cisco Networking Academy ®  Interactive activities, hands-on labs, quizzes, demos and games  Simulation/virtual tools: build and troubleshoot networks, visualize network traffic, collaborate on multi-user activities

18. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 18 Cisco Networking Academy ® CCNA = Cisco Certified Networking Associate Learn to install, operate and troubleshoot a small to medium-size network Learn about connecting to WANs, basic security measures, and wireless extension of a network Prepare for entry-level jobs

19. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 19 Cisco Networking Academy ® Install, troubleshoot and monitor network security Prepare for CCNA Security certification exam Prepare for entry-level jobs

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21. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 21 Cisco Networking Academy ® Simulated networking that measures time and money management to practice thinking for business

22. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 22 Cisco Networking Academy ® Validate your skills to employers and colleges Provide opportunities for higher salaries Increase options for career growth Keep you on the cutting-edge of the industry

23. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 23 Cisco Networking Academy ® Many high schools provide college credit, duplicate enrollment and other forms of articulation to save students time and expense. Careers Course Topics Certifications Salaries $60K $70K $80K $90K $100K + $60K $70K $80K $90K $100K + Computer Hardware and Software Internet / Web Networking Business Math ICT Computer Science Networking Applied Technology Engineering Business Math HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE Help Desk Technician PC/ Network Admin Network/ Computer Systems Analyst Network Engineer SystemsEngineer Computer/Info Systems Manager CompTIA A+ CCENT CCNA CCNASecurity CCNAVoice CCNP AdvancedTechnology

24. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 24 Cisco Networking Academy ® Invited to represent Networking Academy at the Clinton Global Initiative Global audience comprised of CEOs, heads of state, NGOs, philanthropists, Nobel laureates, and media Panelist for session on education called: Transformative Tools for a Skilled Workforce Holds a CCNA certification Received a thank-you letter from Bill Clinton “Thank you for this once-in-a life time experience to talk about the great things Cisco Networking Academy is achieving for students.” - Angel Gavidia, CCRI Networking Academy graduate Angel Gavidia, Community College of Rhode Island

25. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 25 Cisco Networking Academy ® NetRiders Skills Challenge Annual high school and college student competitions Challenge students to excel Provide visibility for students and instructors Identify top talent for potential employers

26. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 26 Cisco Networking Academy ® WorldSkills, SkillsUSA and Skills Canada Cisco is a sponsor, and donates Cisco equipment for the event (routers, switches, firewalls) Academy students help set up the event network IT PC/Network competition for 2010: 18 of 26 contestants were academy students Gold Medal winner was an academy student

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28. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential 28 Cisco Networking Academy ® Become a networking insider Gain in-demand skills Build confidence in hands-on labs Earn college credit Be part of a global community of students interested in ICT Build a future in a career that is both exciting and expanding “Networking Academy has given me the skills to embark on a new career path, and hope for unlimited potential in the future!” -Networking Academy student

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