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   About NAS     NAS Overview NAS is a national workforce development program for companies of any size. NAS, developed by the IT Community and the U.S. Department of Labor ensures American Industries and its IT workforce maintain global competitive advantage through rapid adaptation to technological innovation, consistently high productivity of IT workers and utilization of superior training and development approaches. Apprenticeship is a centuries-old, proven method of training that provides classroom instruction, industry certification and on-the-job training . NITAS is the 21st Century Apprenticeship System that incorporates all three elements with a critical competency sign-off that ensures a knowledge and skills transfer has taken place between the apprentice and mentor. White Papers The Role of Apprenticeship in the Development of the Information Technology Workforce: An Economic Perspective   21st Century Apprenticeship – McDo...

NITAS   An Innovative and Proven Skill Validation Process! NAS is a workforce development system that integrates education, certification and skill validation through an innovative coaching system, resulting in a more effective workforce. NAS web-based tracking system allows employers to track how training leads to achievement of business objectives. Become an IT Professional   IT professionals work in every industry and have many career opportunities. Learn More >   NAS IT Apprenticeship concentrations identify the foundational knowledge objectives, vendor-neutral certifications and a unique on-the-job learning component built around industry standard competencies. Becoming an IT Professional IT professionals work in every industry and have many career o...

ISSA   Developing and Connecting Cybersecurity Leaders Globally. ISSA is the community of choice for international cybersecurity professionals dedicated to advancing individual growth, managing technology risk and protecting critical information and infrastructure. The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)® is a not-for-profit, international organization of information security professionals and practitioners. It provides educational forums, publications, and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill, and professional growth of its members. Mission Statement   ISSA is a nonprofit organization for the information security profession committed to promoting effective cyber security on a global basis. a) Being a respected forum for networking and collaboration b) Providing education and knowledge sharing at all career life cycle stages c) Being a highly regarded voice of information security that influences public opinion, government legislation...

National IT Apprenticeship System, Database  Services Concentration  Program Guide Introduction to the IT Apprenticeship System   By Alice Rowland Executive Summary The National Information Technology Apprenticeship System (NITAS) is a 21st Century apprenticeship system that reflects the state of the art in apprenticeship. The system was created jointly by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) to provide American corporations and American workers with the benefits of high productivity and economic value through voluntary participation in a nationally recognized and industry-validated system of apprenticeship.  A major objective of the NITAS program is to ensure that the U.S.  IT workforce possesses the required skills and offers the necessary value to be competitive in a global economy. NITAS contains seven apprenticeship programs. These programs are designed to ensure that the U.S.  IT wor...