Employment Skills Training
Employment Skills Training All branchesNational Security
Website provided by the program.
At a glance
- Open to
- All branches
- Format
- Online
- Length
- Duration not listed
- Locations
- Online · jobs available nationwide
- Target MOS/ratings
- Open to all MOCs/MOSs/ratings/AFSCs. Best suited for service members with security clearances who are interested in cybersecurity, information technology, network operations, systems administration, intelligence, communications, or related technical career fields.
- Nearest installation
- joint base myer henderson hall
About the program
NPower SkillBridge offers 10 to 11 weeks of full-time, online cybersecurity training program for transitioning service members to help them start a career in the cybersecurity field. The program is completely free, does not use GI Bill benefits, and provides live technical instruction, professional development, and career placement support. Participants have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials, including CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, and Splunk Core Certified User at no cost. Opportunities to earn additional certifications, such as the Google AI Professional, are offered as well.
Jobs this program prepares you for
Students will attend the NPower virtual classroom full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, for 10 to 11 weeks depending on holidays. The program is offered nationwide and is completed remotely.
Eligibility & prerequisites
Applicants must be active-duty service members within their final 180 days of service, eligible for DoW SkillBridge participation, and able to receive command approval to participate. Students must be available to attend the full-time virtual program Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, for 10 to 11 weeks. Instruction is live and attendance is required.
The program is offered nationwide, is completely free for service members, and does not use GI Bill benefits.
Locations & contacts
- OnlineNear joint base myer henderson hallSergey Zabarinsergey.zabarin@npower.org
How to apply
- Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
- Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
- Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
- Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.
Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ