Bridge Academy is Accepting Applications for Their Free Cisco Certification Training Program

ATLANTA - April 24, 2023 - PRLog -- The Bobby Dodd Institute Bridge Academy is now accepting applications from students interested in joining the second cohort that starts on July 10th, 2023. Bridge Academy is the only IT program in Atlanta exclusively tailored to individuals with disabilities, making it a unique opportunity. The program is thoughtfully designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to obtain the prestigious global Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) credential, which is recognized globally and unlocks entry-level employment opportunities in the thriving IT job sector.

"That is a pretty exciting thing, particularly because there are 9,000 available IT jobs in the Atlanta market. We are hoping to offset some of those shortfalls for employers by preparing help-desk technicians and network administrators for the Atlanta region," explained Jerry Sutton, Director, Learning and Organizational Development for BDI.

The program is free for all accepted applicants, making it accessible to those who are interested in pursuing a career in IT.

The BDI Bridge Academy is a tuition-free, 20-week program focused on providing accessible IT training for people with disabilities by leveraging the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum. The ultimate goal of the program is to ensure students gain meaningful employment. In addition to the crucial IT skills, Bridge Academy also prepares students with job interview skills, proper dress, resume writing, mentoring, and support, to fully equip them for the competitive IT job market.

The eligibility requirements for the program include

• High school graduate or has a GED credential
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Reading and math skills above the high-school freshman level (US equivalent)
• Desire to work with technology (hardware and software)
• Willingness to go above and beyond to succeed
• Focused on achieving goals
• Commitment to work hard over the duration of the course
• Age 18 and above with a verifiable disability

To learn more about the program, students can register for one of the available informational sessions that are already in progress (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/f628f6bdd9c843ae865ac44...). For any questions, they can contact Harper (Lisa) Bronson, Program Manager of Bridge Academy, at lisa.bronson@bobbydodd.org.