SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme Networks,
Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR), a cloud-driven networking company, today
announced the third course in its Extreme Academy Live IT training
program, Advance Your Career, will begin on August 5. The free, four-week course offers an
inside perspective on the networking industry usually learned
through years on the job. No IT experience is required to
enroll.
Instructors will walk participants through the role networking
plays in delivering business outcomes using real world examples.
Participants will learn to understand and articulate the value
organizations gain from modern IT networks. They'll learn to decode
networking industry jargon and get tips from experienced
professionals on what it takes to have a successful career in IT,
including how to "speak business" and the soft skills that can help
both aspiring and experienced IT professionals become better, more
engaged employees.
Key Facts
- Extreme Academy is an academic curriculum designed to educate
experienced and aspiring IT professionals on networking, security,
and cloud fundamentals, as well as machine learning and artificial
intelligence (ML/AI). Participants who complete Extreme Academy
Live coursework can earn key accreditations and certifications,
including an Extreme Networks Associate-level qualification. Over
11,000 participants are currently enrolled
- The past year has forced organizations of all sizes to take a
hard look at their IT and networking investments in their pursuit
of digital transformation. Functional leaders need an IT partner to
drive business outcomes, as well as the requisite knowledge for a
productive conversation. Participants in the Advance Your Career
course will explore the role networks play in a modern business
environment and will leave with a better understanding of IT
jargon, networking industry trends, and the reasoning behind IT
strategies.
- The first two courses in Extreme Academy Live, Introduction to
Future Networking and Building Robust and Secure Wireless Networks,
are available for free on-demand via Extreme's YouTube channel.
Extreme offers free, accessible IT training and certification that
is available live and on-demand as part of its efforts to narrow
the digital divide and build a stronger IT workforce.
- Extreme Academy is also available as an onsite course that can
be integrated into existing curriculums or taught alongside current
coursework and training at colleges, universities, or businesses.
The curriculum consists of flexible lesson plans that can be
structured for virtual classrooms or live instruction, enabling
each institution to customize Extreme Academy to fit their
students' needs. Participating organizations receive teaching
resources, state-of-the-art lab equipment, and a diverse training
portfolio. To bring Extreme Academy to your organization, contact
Extreme Networks via academy.extremenetworks.com.
Extreme Academy Live Participant Highlights
Satyend Appiah, Participant in Extreme Academy Live:
Introduction to Future Networking, United
Kingdom
"I started as a service desk analyst four
years ago and worked my way up to become an infrastructure
engineer. My goal is to one day specialize in networking, and
Extreme Academy is helping me achieve that goal. It has been a
highly insightful, informative course and I have no doubt this
knowledge and content will help me excel in my future career."
Steve Burgess, Participant
in Extreme Academy Live: Introduction to Future Networking,
United States
"I love
working with technology, so wherever I work I have asked to handle
the networks. I am currently a systems administrator because I was
the only one who volunteered! This class has been wonderful and has
helped me refresh my foundational knowledge. I now understand why
certain tasks are necessary, not just how to do them."
Chad Kietzman, Participant
in Extreme Academy Live: Building Robust and Secure Wireless
Networks, United
States
"We are using Extreme Academy to build the
bench in our technology department. Extreme Academy is giving my
team the foundation to understand IT basics and helps me better
explain in detail how our network works. We are all gaining
knowledge and using it to build a better network and user
experience."
Executive Perspective
Ed Meyercord, President and
Chief Executive Officer, Extreme Networks
"In the highly
competitive IT industry, having non-technical business knowledge in
addition to technical skill is a hugely valuable differentiator.
These skills are often learned through experience, but Extreme
Academy allows us to give aspiring IT professionals insider
knowledge and insights before they have to learn on the job.
Extreme is proud to provide an accessible introduction to the
technology industry and key skills for an even wider audience as we
continue to expand Extreme Academy and inspire the next generation
of technology leaders."
Additional Resources
- Extreme Academy Program Page
- Extreme Academy Live Registration Page
- Extreme Academy Live Video
- Extreme Academy Participant Testimonials
- Extreme Higher Education Solutions Page
About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR)
creates effortless networking experiences that enable all of us to
advance. We push the boundaries of technology leveraging the powers
of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and
automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end,
cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated
services and support to accelerate their digital transformation
efforts and deliver progress like never before. For more
information, visit Extreme's website at
https://www.extremenetworks.com/ or follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube,
Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
Extreme Networks and the Extreme Networks logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other
trademarks shown herein are the property of their respective
owners.
View original content to download
multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/third-course-in-popular-extreme-academy-training-series-teaches-business-skills-for-networking-professionals-301344975.html
SOURCE Extreme Networks, Inc.