Application: ADYH Future Skills Academy | Cohort 001: Introduction to Cybersecurity

Applications are now open for Cohort 001 of the ADYH Future Skills Academy, in partnership with Cisco Networking Academy.

This free, virtual, instructor-led cohort will introduce learners to foundational cybersecurity concepts through Cisco Networking Academy’s Introduction to Cybersecurity course. Participants will complete Cisco’s online coursework alongside weekly live sessions with a cybersecurity instructor, where they’ll explore key concepts, ask questions, work through challenging material, and connect what they’re learning to real-world cybersecurity.

Participants who successfully complete the Cisco course can earn a Cisco Networking Academy Course Badge recognizing their foundational cybersecurity knowledge.

Cohort size is limited to 10–20 learners. We’re looking for motivated participants who are ready to commit time each week, participate in the live sessions, and complete the required coursework.

📍 Virtual | 🆓 Free | 👥 Limited Cohort

Complete the application below to be considered for Cohort 001.

About You

Where are you currently based?

What is your age range ?

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35+

Which best describes your current status?

What interests you about learning cybersecurity?

How would you describe your current cybersecurity experience?

I’m completely new to cybersecurity

I have some basic knowledge

I have taken a cybersecurity course before

I have hands-on cybersecurity experience

I currently study or work in a technology/cybersecurity-related field

What do you hope to gain from this cohort ?

Do you have regular access to a laptop or desktop computer ?

Yes

How would you describe your internet access?

Reliable

Usually reliable

Sometimes unreliable

Very limited

Which weekly live session times would you be able to attend ?

Wednesdays at 7:00 PM ET

Saturdays at 8:00 PM ET

Saturdays at 9:00 PM ET

I am flexible

Note: The final cohort meeting time will be determined based on participant availability.

Which potential start dates would you be available for ?

This is only to help us determine the cohort schedule. Your selection does not confirm a start date.

If selected, are you prepared to complete the required Cisco Networking Academy coursework and participate in the cohort throughout the program

YES

Is there anything else you would like us to know about you, your goals, or your availability?

Please confirm the following:

I understand that submitting this form does not guarantee acceptance into Cohort 001. If selected, I agree to participate actively, complete the required coursework, and follow the cohort’s participation expectations.