Free IT Training
IT Training at C4I
C4I Veteran Services Corp offers free IT training for veterans and community members: Cisco Academy courses, Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy courses, our hands-on Intro to IT Field Course, and AI classes. Classes begin on Veterans Day, November 11, 2026, in person at ReCity in Durham and online.
Cost
Free
All classes are free of charge.
Equipment
Provided
We provide the necessary equipment at no cost.
Format
In Person and Online
In person at ReCity, 112 Broadway St, Durham, NC 27701, and online.
Start
November 11
Classes begin on Veterans Day, 2026.
Choose Your Path
Our Training Programs
Start where you are. Some students are ready for a certification path, and some want hands-on skills to get into the field. We have a place for both.
Cisco Academy Training
C4I is a Cisco Academy. We teach the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum, from computer and networking basics to cybersecurity, programming and AI.
Cisco Academy Training CybersecurityPalo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy
A suite of cybersecurity courses from Palo Alto Networks, starting with beginner courses in cybersecurity, network security and cloud security.
Palo Alto AcademyIntro to IT Field Course
For people who want to work in IT and may not be ready for a certification yet. Five 2.5-hour classes with labs, plus a 4-hour class on server operating systems, for groups of 12, taught on a real server rack.
AI Classes
Two classes on understanding AI: Introduction to Modern AI, and AI Fundamentals: Foundations for Understanding AI.
Intro to IT Field Course
Learn the Work on Real Equipment
Rack and build servers
Rack servers and identify server parts, including Dell, HP and Cisco power supplies.
Power and connections
Work with APC UPS units, switches, KVMs, PDUs and plug types.
Cabling
Pull and terminate Ethernet cable.
Server operating systems
RAID, installing an operating system from bootable media, Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server, SSH, Tailscale, web management and headless servers.
Where You Will Learn
ReCity112 Broadway St
Durham, NC 27701
In-person classes and labs are held at ReCity. Online classes can be taken from anywhere.
Get DirectionsInformation Session
Sign Up for an Information Session
Leave your details and we will contact you about information sessions, class dates and enrollment.
Prefer to Ask?
Talk With Us
Stop by ReCity, call, or email. We can help you choose the right program.
Reach Us
- In personReCity, 112 Broadway St, Durham, NC 27701
- Phone(919) 443-5998
- Emailinfo@c4iveteranservices.org
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When do classes start?
Classes begin on Veterans Day, November 11, 2026. Sign up for an information session and we will send class dates and times.
Are the classes free?
Yes. All classes are free of charge. C4I is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Do I need to buy any equipment?
No. We provide the necessary equipment at no cost.
Are the classes in person or online?
Both. In-person classes are held at ReCity, 112 Broadway St, Durham, NC 27701. Classes are also offered online.
Who can take the classes?
Veterans and community members. Veterans and military families are at the heart of what we do, and you are welcome whether you served or not.
Which program is right for me?
If you want to work toward an industry certification, start with the Cisco Academy or the Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy. If you want hands-on skills to get into the field first, start with the Intro to IT Field Course. We can help you decide at an information session.
Does C4I issue certifications?
No. Cisco and Palo Alto Networks issue their own credentials and certifications. C4I teaches their curricula and prepares students for them.
Classes Begin November 11
Free classes. Equipment provided. In person and online.