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UPCOMING EVENTS

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2024 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference

We will attend the 2024 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference again this year in San Antonio, TX on December 9-10, 2024.

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ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2024

We will attend the ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2024 CTE Conference again this year in San Antonio, Texas, December 4-7, 2024. Stop by and see us at Booth 415.

RECENT EVENTS

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SkillsUSA National Cybersecurity Competition 2024

We were happy to chair the 2024 National SkillsUSA Cybersecurity Competition. Congratulations to the winners and all the participants!
June 24-28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia

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CyberLaunch Florida State Championship 2024

March 1, 2024
We sponsored the CyberLaunch Florida State Championship 2024 this year in Orlando, Florida.

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AHR Expo 2024

January 22-24, 2024

We had such a great time at the AHR Expo this year in Chicago. Thanks to everyone who stopped by booth S7920 and to everyone who came to see Chuck Brooks speak about Securing BACnet Networks.

The 2023 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference in Phoenix, Arizona on December 4-5, 2023
2023 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference

We attended the 2023 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference.

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ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2023

We will attend the ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2023 CTE Conference again this year! We will be at booth 1001 under North Park Innovations.

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Instructor Training – Calhoun Community College

Cybersecurity
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, Alabama
September, 2023

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Instructor Training – Greeley-Evans D6 Career & Technical Education Center

IT & Cybersecurity
Greeley-Evans D6 Career & Technical Education Center
Greeley, Colorado
September, 2023

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SkillsUSA National Cybersecurity Competition 2023

We chaired the 2023 National SkillsUSA Cybersecurity Competition. Thanks to all who participated and congratulations to the winners!
June 22-23, Atlanta, Georgia

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Instructor Training – Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy

Cybersecurity
Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy
Cobb County, Georgia
January 2023

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NEWS

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North Park Innovations Group, Inc. Expands Training & Educational Offerings

February 2023
North Park Innovations Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Marcraft, adding broad new hands-on training to their current HVAC training offerings.

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Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy Adds Our Cybersecurity Essentials Program

January 2023
The Cobb County Innovation and Technology Academy has installed a Marcraft Cybersecurity Essentials Lab to support the cybersecurity classes they offer.

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Atlanta Career and College Academy Adds IT & Cybersecurity Programs from Marcraft

July 2021
The Atlanta Career and College Academy has purchased and installed Marcraft Cybersecurity Essentials Program in addition to our networking and computer courses.

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Digital Forensics at Benha University in Egypt

June 2021
Marcraft, through its exclusive partner in Egypt, Espranza for Scientific Instruments, installed the first of its kind Digital Forensics lab at Benha University in Benha, Egypt.

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TRAINING BLOG

How to Engage Students in IT & Cybersecurity Labs

Hands-on learning is essential, especially in IT and cybersecurity education. Students thrive when they can engage directly with the material, allowing them to apply theoretical concepts in practical settings. This approach not only enhances understanding but also fosters confidence and retention of knowledge. #1: Create a Hands-On Environment One of the most effective ways to…

How to Prepare Your Students for NABCEP, ETA, and RESNET Certifications

Green technology is rapidly transforming industries, creating an increased demand for skilled technicians. As an instructor in this field, it’s essential to guide your students toward the right certifications that will enhance their employability and expertise.

4 Ways to Include AI in Cybersecurity Education

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, the need for professionals skilled in both cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) becomes critical. The best way to achieve this is integrating AI into cybersecurity education.

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CTE NEWS

Alternatives to four-year college degrees like trade and technology schools continue to rise in popularity as enrollment declines and young adults figure out that they can make more money without the hefty price tag of higher education.

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Despite a competitive economy in which success increasingly depends on obtaining a college degree, one in four students in this country does not even finish high school in the usual four years.

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The study from Georgetown University found that certificates in fields like computer and information services, transportation and business can boost earnings by 20 percent, on average, over people who just have high school diplomas.

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, most of the jobs that will open up in the next few years do not require a B.A. In fact, only about 25% do. The other 75% do not. They need on-the-job training.

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