SkillBridge
*Must be within 180 days of separation and have supervisor approval to apply
TRANSITION TO A CYBER CAREER—FOR FREE!
No tuition. No G.I. Bill. No limits to where you can go.
Are you ready to launch a new career in tech? NPower in partnership with the Department of Defense SkillBridge initiative now offers free training in cybersecurity for service members nationwide and overseas.
Cybersecurity programs like the one offered through NPower SkillBridge can cost upwards of $17,000. Now, you can train in and earn industry-standard credentials in cyber at no cost to you.
NPower is a nonprofit organization that creates pathways to economic prosperity by launching tech careers for military members separating from service. This training program backed by the Department of Defense gives military members the opportunity to gain valuable tech training and credentialing during the last 180 days of service.
In the NPower SkillBridge cybersecurity program, you’ll gain the necessary certifications to launch a whole new career in cybersecurity in as little as ten weeks, all while you are in your final few months of active duty.
10-week live virtual training while you continue to serve
Opportunity to earn CompTIA Security+, Linux+, and Splunk
Mentoring from senior IT professionals
Internship/job placement assistance
Open the door to a new career in tech prior to separation from service
2024 Upcoming Cohorts
US Nationwide SkillBridge Spring 2024: January 22 – March 29, 2024 (Orientation January 18)
US Nationwide SkillBridge Summer 2024: May 6 – July 19, 2024 (11-weeks) (Orientation May 2)
US Nationwide SkillBridge Fall 2024: August 12 – October 18, 2024 (Orientation August 8
Program Eligibility
Must be within 180 days of separation and have supervisor approval. Basic tech knowledge preferred. Talk to your Transition Assistance Program representative for more information.
“Going into the SkillBridge program I didn’t know what to expect or how difficult it would be, but the instructors were incredible and made sure no one was left behind.”
Dango Kumwenda | U.S. Army Veteran
Spring 2023
Strategic Resourcing Consultant – Junior Cyber Engineer, World Wide Technology
In the News
SkillBridge Executive Director, Chris Starling, talks with FOX 5 DC about the launch of the program in Northern Virginia.
