Interskills is a leading company specializing in online education and training in the field of IBM Mainframe technology. With over 25 years of experience, Interskills has trained over one million professionals worldwide, offering comprehensive courses covering a wide range of topics related to mainframe systems. Their offerings include more than 400 courses that are available online, allowing for flexible and affordable education for all levels of expertise.

The partnership between Interskills and the FERIT Mainframe Academy provides students with access to top-tier educational resources and industry experts. Through this collaboration, FERIT students can participate in online courses offered by Interskills, gaining practical knowledge and globally recognized certifications. Additionally, Interskills supports the program by sharing knowledge and expertise, further enriching the educational experience at the FERIT Mainframe Academy.

Student Support & Resources

As part of the Basics of Mainframe Technology course, students at the FERIT Mainframe Academy receive a weekly package of supplementary materials to complement academic lessons and lab exercises. These carefully selected courses align with the academic schedule, gradually building students’ knowledge of the mainframe environment.

Upon completion of the training, students will have the opportunity to pass five IBM Digital Badges certificates:

• Mainframe Specialist – IBM Mainframe Environment – Foundations 3.1
• Mainframe Specialist – Database – Fundamentals 2023
• Mainframe Specialist – IBM Z Enterprise System Hardware 2023 – Foundations
• Mainframe Specialist – Parallel Sysplex – Foundations z/OS 3.1
• Mainframe Application Programmer – Secure Coding – Foundations

This comprehensive training package offers a valuable opportunity that will give Academy students a significant advantage over their peers. It provides a strong foundation for understanding the mainframe environment as they begin their careers and decide which area of mainframe technology they wish to specialize in. The IBM badges, which they can earn for free, represent a globally recognized level of expertise.