Securing the Future of Metro Atlanta
Providing structured career guidance, hands-on experience, deep technical understanding, and industry certifications for Teens and Veterans.
Program Overview
The program is about helping students navigate through the IT world with comprehensive career guidance, hands-on experience, deep technical understanding, and recognized industry certifications.
Every student in the program leaves with a concrete career plan in IT—whether stepping directly into the workforce, joining the military, or continuing their higher education.
Who We Help
We focus our mentorship and training on dedicated Teens and Veterans who want to build stable, long-term, high-growth careers in IT and Cybersecurity.
Life & Achievements at EMIC Academy
What We Need: Funding & Resources
We are actively looking for funding and partnership support to cover the direct costs of industry certifications and essential lab equipment. Your investment enables us to scale our impact and bring this proven training model to more teens and veterans across Metro Atlanta.
Validated Outcomes & Metrics
Measurable success rates driven by mentorship and practical training.
Students successfully complete the rigorous structured curriculum.
Every student earns at least one industry-recognized certification.
Graduates secure two or more industry certifications.
of program completers continue their cybersecurity education in college or enter the workforce directly in IT.
Certifications Our Students Receive
Our curriculum aligns with top-tier vendor and foundational credentials.
CompTIA
- CompTIA Tech+
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Security+
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Microsoft
- Microsoft AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals)
- Microsoft SC-900 (Azure Security)
Cisco
- Cisco CCST IT Support
- Cisco CCST Networking
- Cisco CCST Cybersecurity
ISC2
- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity
GIAC
- GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
Student Impact & Video Testimonials
Hear directly from program participants how EMIC changed their professional pathways.
Earning 11 Industry Certifications
Brian explains how diving deep into server labs and structured academy milestones enabled him to stack an impressive 11 industry-recognized certifications.
Securing E-3 Rank in the Military Through Certifications
Gaven shares how earning industry-recognized certifications through EMIC Academy enabled him to secure an E-3 rank in the military at just 18 years old.
Building a Clear Academic & Career Pathway
Christian, a KSU student, credits the supportive community, mentorship, and practical lab environments at EMIC for giving him a clear roadmap for his future.
Applying Skills at Fulton County Schools
Kevonte details how he applies foundational technical skills learned at EMIC to excel in his work environment while smoothly transitioning toward cybersecurity.
Securing an IT Administrator Role Before High School Graduation
Benjamin shares how hands-on lab training and real-world infrastructure practice enabled him to land his IT administrator role before even graduating from high school.