Cisco Networking Academy at the American University of Bahrain (AUBH)
Cisco Networking Academy at the American University of Bahrain (AUBH)
The Cisco Networking Academy at the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) delivers industry‑recognized IT education in networking, cybersecurity, IoT, and emerging technologies through Cisco’s global curriculum. The Centre also serves as a regional hub supporting partner academies and training instructors in alignment with Cisco Networking Academy standards.
About the Cisco Networking Academy Centre
The Cisco Networking Academy Centre at AUBH provides high‑quality IT skills development using Cisco’s globally recognized curriculum. In addition to student training, the Centre supports affiliated academies through mentoring, operational guidance, and instructor development, ensuring compliance with Cisco Networking Academy policies and quality assurance requirements.
Official Roles of the Centre
Cisco Academy (CA)
- Delivers Cisco‑certified courses with hands‑on labs and simulations.
- Prepares learners for industry certifications such as CCST, CCNA, CyberOps, and DevNet.
Academy Support Center (ASC)
- Provides mentoring, curriculum guidance, and administrative support to partner academies.
- Supports LMS integration, assessment processes, and quality reviews.
Instructor Training Center (ITC)
- Trains and accredits instructors to deliver Cisco Networking Academy courses.
- Offers continuous professional development, workshops, and technical mentoring.
Programs and Certification Pathways
- Cybersecurity (CCST Cybersecurity and CyberOps Associate)
- Networking (CCST and CCNA)
- AI & Data Science
- Programming
- Information Technology
- Digital Literacy
- Professional Skills
- Sustainability
- Cisco Packet Tracer
Cybersecurity (CCST Cybersecurity and CyberOps Associate)
Information Technology
English for IT
Digital Literacy
Web Development
Students gain job‑ready skills through hands‑on practice and are prepared for globally recognized Cisco certifications.
Digital Badges
For Students
- Learn through hands‑on labs, simulations, and guided instruction.
- Build globally recognized certifications and digital credentials.
- Enhance employability and career readiness in the IT and digital economy.
Instructor Training and Development (ITC)
- Instructor onboarding and accreditation support
- Professional development workshops and bootcamps
- Technical and pedagogical mentoring aligned with Cisco curriculum updates
For Partner Academies (ASC Support)
- Learn through hands‑on labs, simulations, and guided instruction.
- Build globally recognized certifications and digital credentials.
- Enhance employability and career readiness in the IT and digital economy.
Contact and Inquiries
For student enrollment, partner academy collaboration, or instructor training inquiries, please contact the Cisco Networking Academy Centre at the American University of Bahrain.
Certified Instructors and Key Contacts
- Engr. Herbert Azuela – Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCNA, CyberOps and DevNet)
- Dr. Alaaeddine Ramadan – Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCNA)
Instructor Training Center (ITC):
- Engr. Herbert Azuela – Instructor Trainer Qualified (ITQ)
Primary Contact:
Engr. Herbert Azuela serves as the main point of contact for all Cisco Networking Academy roles at the American University of Bahrain, including Cisco Academy (CA), Academy Support Center (ASC), and Instructor Training Center (ITC).