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The Microsoft IT Academy Program is a complete toolkit of IT education designed for academic institutions of all types. The subscription-based membership program offers a comprehensive package of curriculum, courseware, online learning, certification instruction, and other resources focused on employability, life-long learning, and Microsoft certification.
The Microsoft IT Academy Program also: Reduces costs for institutions—Through an extensive portfolio of benefits for students, faculty and staff. For example, e-learning provided to just four students or faculty saves a school the equivalent of its annual membership fee.
Enhances employability for students—Through digital literacy, business technology skills with Microsoft Office, advanced technical skills, and internationally recognized certification. Drives 21st century workforce development
—And helps position educational institutions at the center of technology access and community development.
Provides a comprehensive technology curriculum
—Includes access to online training on relevant Microsoft products through Microsoft E-Learning courses, and special academic pricing on other training materials.
Saves faculty time
—With a "ready to go" solution for technology education.
Provides access to the most innovative and current Microsoft technologies and training resources
— Offers an extensive selection of online courses in major Microsoft technologies, plus hand-on labs, Microsoft Press books, official Microsoft courses, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) membership, and more.
Provides administration and management tools
—Through an exclusive IT Academy member site, which contains all the resources and tools needed to conveniently manage and administer IT Academy benefits, making it easy for educators to find information and promotion codes.
Provides instant recognition and credibility for your program
—Through the Microsoft brand.
Read about the Microsoft IT Academy Program’s proven track record View some of our success stories, which demonstrate how the Microsoft IT Academy Program benefits administrators and institutions and helps them make a difference for students and communities.
The @ONE Project of the California Community College system taps IT Academy resources to train educators and staff on how to use technology for instructional purposes.
"The fact that we can put on these trainings with official curriculum and certified trainers, at a price that’s extremely affordable, just blows everybody away." Bill Doherty, Director
Ogeechee Technical College incorporates Microsoft IT Academy resources into its academic tracks to strengthen its program. Association with the Microsoft name has also helped recruit more talented students.
"The discounts on certifications, the software acquisition benefits, and the other resources that come with being a member have helped us enhance the quality of our classes and the quality of our classroom experience." Terry Hand, CIS Educator
Students at Dunbar High School are embracing technology, obtaining real-world skills, earning certifications, and embarking on technology careers.
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