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    Empowering IT professionals with impactful learning in a dynamic technology landscape.

    Whether your team is pursuing certifications, building new skills, or exploring emerging technologies, StormWind courses provide professional, instructor-led learning experiences accessible anytime, anywhere.

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    Learning Cohort Experience

    Turn StormWind training into a shared, peer-driven learning environment connecting you to all nysernet members enrolled in the same course.

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    Curated Learning Pathways

    Exclusive course bundles designed by nysernet education experts to bridge individual skill gaps in the pursuit of your organizational goals.

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    Certification Courses

    Enroll in a single course that leads to and includes a certification exam voucher. You know you are in good hands with StormWind's 90% first-time pass rate.

    Upskilling that Meets You Where You Are

    A pioneer in digital education, the StormWind platform brings nysernet members:

    • Micro-learning segments that work with your busy schedule
    • Responsive educators who are happy to continue conversations outside of class
    • 12-month access to recordings and other course materials
    • Custom-built exam prep to help you focus on the topics that challenge you most
    • Option to "test out" of topics and modules for which you have significant prior knowledge
     
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    NYSERNet Cohort

    Built-in Community + Connection

    When multiple nysernet community members enroll in the same course, we create a Learning Cohort designed to enhance your training journey. Through this model, you gain more than a certification - you gain a community of practice.

    • Dedicated Slack channel to exchange ideas, ask questions and share resources
    • Virtual meetups led by nysernet's Education Services team with guest drop-ins from subject matter experts
    • Accountability partners matched with your cohort to keep learning momentum strong by checking in, sharing milestones and helping you apply what you've learned
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    AI Jumpstart

    Build foundational AI knowledge, explore hands-on tools, and develop security-aware skills to confidently apply AI in real environments.


    • Introduction to AI
    • Introduction to Deep Learning Algorithms
    • ChatGPT for IT Professionals
    • Using the OpenAI Playground
    • Working with the OpenAI API

    1 credit

    Cloud Administration Jumpstart

    Develop the technical depth to deploy, secure, and manage today’s hybrid cloud environments.


    • CompTIA Cloud
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
    • AWS Cloud Practitioner
    • AWS Solutions Architect Associate
    • AWS SysOps Administrator Associate
    • AZ-900
    • AZ-104
    • Azure Range

    1 credit

    Cybersecurity Jumpstart

    Prepare your team for modern security threats with a full suite of cybersecurity fundamentals and advanced courses.


    • CompTIA Network+
    • CompTIA Security+
    • Cisco CCNA
    • CompTIA CySA+
    • Ethical Hacking
    • CompTIA PenTest+
    • Cyber Range

    1 credit

    Cybersecurity Leadership Jumpstart

    Advance your leadership and governance skills in cybersecurity program management.


    • CompTIA Security+
    • CompTIA CySA+
    • CISSP
    • Project Management Professional (PMP)
    • Exploring NIST 2.0 Cybersecurity Framework
    • Cyber Range

    1 credit

    Networking Jumpstart

    Build a strong networking foundation with hands-on training in infrastructure, IPv6, and performance optimization.


    • CompTIA Network+
    • Cisco CCNA
    • Cisco ENCOR
    • Cisco ENARSI
    • Wireshark for IT Professionals
    • Modern Networking with IPv6
    • Microlearning w/ BGP
    • Network Range

    1 credit

    Pen Test Professional

    The professional development foundation that prepares your team to get maximum value from penetration testing.


    • CompTIA Security+
    • Ethical Hacking
    • CompTIA PenTest+
    • Penetration Testing Linux
    • CompTIA Security+ Exam Crash
    • Wireshark for IT Professionals
    • OpenVAS, Nmap, Wireshark Cyber Ranges
    • Secure Coding Labs including Python, Java and C#

    1 credit

    Project Management Jumpstart

    Gain the knowledge and skills needed to attain the Project Management Professional (PMP) credential.


    • PM Fundamentals
    • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
    • PMP Official Exam Prep
    • Building a Successful Scrum Team
    • CompTIA Project+
    • ITIL v4 Foundations
    • Agile
    • Schedule and Scope Management in Waterfall Projects
    • Communication Management in Predictive Projects

    1 credit

    Systems Engineer Jumpstart

    Build core Windows, cloud, identity, and automation skills through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios for modern IT environments.


    • CompTIA Linux+
    • Windows Server 2022 + 2025 Administration
    • AZ-800: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure
    • MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator
    • ITIL v4 Foundations + Exam Crash
    • PowerShell Foundations
    • Getting Started with Microsoft Graph PowerShell
    • Microsoft Range

    1 credit

    Certification Course + Exam Voucher

    12 months of access to any StormWind course.
    Includes recorded lessons, labs, instructor support and exam voucher.

    Ethical Hacker (CompTIA PenTest+)

     $2500 or 2.5 credits
    Non-members: $3500

    Penetration Testing Professional
    (CPENT Cert)
    $2500 or 2.5 credits
    Non-members: $3500
    Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    Project Management Professional (PMP) $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    CompTIA CASP+ $2500 or 2.5 credits
    Non-members: $3500
    CompTIA Security+ $2500 or 2.5 credits
    Non-members: $3500
    CompTIA CySA+ $2500 or 2.5 credits
    Non-members: $3500
    Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    CompTIA Network+  $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    ITIL® v4 Foundation $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    MD-102: Endpoint Administrator $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000
    PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® $2000 or 2 credits
    Non-members: $3000

    Looking for something not listed? All StormWind Courses are available to nysernet members . Email membership@nysernet.org and we'll work with StormWind to develop a pathway or make a course available to you with our discounted pricing.

    Community Kudos

    “I appreciate nysernet's sponsorship of the CISSP program!

    The online-learning portion of the program was very helpful. I feel that it was a great introduction to and overview of the CISSP domains.

    For me personally, I needed additional self-study to feel ready for the exam. That's where the nysernet peer cohort really helped. My peers had recommendations for books, test prep software and other resources - but it was their encouragement that tipped the scale for me.

    Thank you nysernet! I wouldn't have gotten it done without you."

    Gretchen Eliason
    Senior Database Administrator | Williams College

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    Prepare for the PMP® exam with expert-led training based on the PMBOK® Guide, 7th Edition. This course includes live instruction, bonus prep materials, and downloadable project templates you can use immediately on the job.
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