The startup operates an online education platform that offers engineering training programs designed to prepare students for industry roles through practical, job-ready skills. The platform features personalized mentorship from industry experts, ensuring learners gain the technical knowledge and insights necessary for successful careers in engineering.
Funding
$112.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many individuals lack the necessary hands-on skills and industry certifications required to secure entry-level positions in the IT and cybersecurity fields, often due to traditional education's theoretical focus and the high cost of comprehensive training. This skills gap prevents them from accessing high-paying tech jobs, despite a significant demand in the industry.
Solution
NGT Academy provides accelerated, hands-on training programs focused on IT and cybersecurity, designed to equip individuals with job-ready skills in as little as four months. The platform uses a military-grade, skills-first approach, emphasizing practical experience and industry certifications over theoretical knowledge. Through live weekly instruction, digital workbooks, and a custom learning management system, students gain in-demand skills, build real-world portfolio projects, and receive personalized career coaching. NGT Academy also offers a job guarantee, refunding tuition to eligible graduates who do not find employment within a year of completing the program.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals seeking a career change into IT or cybersecurity, recent high school graduates, veterans looking to leverage their GI Bill benefits, and anyone aiming to acquire job-ready tech skills quickly.
Features
- Full Stack Network Engineer and Cybersecurity Accelerator programs providing comprehensive training in networking and security fundamentals
- Cloud/DevOps program offering in-depth understanding of DevOps principles, practices, and tools, including Ansible, Docker, Terraform, and Jenkins
- Hands-on training with real-world portfolio projects to build practical experience
- Weekly live instruction and 1:1 career coaching from industry experts
- Digital workbooks, quizzes, and guides for comprehensive online learning
- Custom learning management system (LMS) for accountability and progress tracking
- Career services including resume and LinkedIn profile optimization, interview preparation, and job placement assistance
- GI Bill approved programs in partnership with International American University (IAU)