Nile Academy

Why Nile Academy?

After decades of stagnation, enterprise networking is evolving, and Nile is leading the way. With advancements in AI and automation, wired and wireless networks are now self-tuning, self-healing, and built around cloud principles. For IT professionals, this evolution means their skill sets must adapt to unlock the full potential of AI, automation, advanced segmentation techniques, and third-party integration capabilities.

The Nile Academy training program provides an online, self-paced qualification designed for Nile customers and partners eager to advance their skills in AI, automation, and advanced network operations. Tailored for IT professionals of all experience levels, the curriculum highlights Nile’s cutting-edge approach to modern network architecture, with a focus on security, intelligent management, and user-centric design—delivering capabilities that go beyond the constraints of traditional networks.

With three distinct badging tracks that can be completed in three hours or less, Nile Academy provides unique insights into the network design, deployment, and operation of today’s quickly emerging Campus NaaS adoption.

Nile Academy Badges

Pioneer

For professionals focusing on network Design, Architecture, and Security, this badge provides an overview of next-generation network architectures, cloud networking, and terminology.

Trailblazer

Geared towards engineering and installation professionals, this badge covers site surveys, installations, and other field-specific skills pertinent to the Nile Access Service. It includes using the Nile Nav app to survey the site, cabling of infrastructure, activation, setup, and troubleshooting of Nile’s cloud-native network elements.

Pathfinder

Designed to educate IT professionals on cloud-native network operations, this badge ensures proficiency in operating Nile services and integrating them with third-party technologies like SIEM, ITSM, and various network vendors.

Cost & Commitment

Training and Exam Fees

Access to the Pioneer, Trailblazer, or Pathfinder training and quiz is $99 per track.

Retake Policy

Includes up to three qualification quiz retakes; additional retakes will cost $99 each.

Badge Validity

Each badge is valid for 2 years, necessitating re-qualification to maintain active status.

Equipping IT Professionals with Practical Skills for the Future of Networking