Free online IT courses

Thinking of a career in IT? Enrol on Cisco Networking Academy's new online courses and take the first steps on your path to becoming an IT professional.

Study at your own pace, at home or at your local library. Use your smartphone, tablet or computer, or visit a library to use our computers for free.

There's no time limit for completing the work and you can sign up for as many courses as you like, in any order you like.

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• Using Computer and Mobile Devices - Learn basic skills on how to use computer and mobile devices effectively to access online services.
• Digital Awareness - Learn practical digital skills you can apply at home, school, or work, and how to stay safe online.
• Introduction to Cybersecurity - Explore the exciting field of cybersecurity and why cybersecurity is a future-proof career.
• Linux Unhatched -  A quick introduction to the popular operating system, Linux.
• Linux Essentials - Build foundational Linux skills and prepare for the Linux Essentials certificate exam from Linux Professional Institute.
• Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer - Your on-ramp to Cisco Packet Tracer. Get familiar with the simulation environment and download the latest version.
• HTML Essentials - Learn the fundamentals of HTML to create structured and interactive web pages from scratch. Perfect for beginners!
• Introduction to IoT and Digital Transformation - Billions of devices connect to the network every day. Learn how Internet of Things (IoT) is digitally transforming the world and opening up exciting new jobs.