Cisco Networking Academy: A Tool for Economic Recovery

1. Cisco Networking Academy: A Tool for Economic Recovery Leveraging Networking Academy for Economic Stimulus Funding Networking Academy U.S. Field Team August 2009

2. Goals for this presentation: • To help you understand more about economic stimulus priorities • To share tools created to assist you in navigating grant opportunities • To help you understand how to leverage Cisco Networking Academy as a framework for grant application DISPLAY NOTE: a number of slides in this deck include content builds; if you want to utilize this feature, please view in ‘presentation’ mode This presentation is for informational purposes only.

3. “The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is a historic opportunity to lay the groundwork for a generation of education reform…coming at a time of economic and education crisis…’the perfect storm for reform’. It includes great leadership, proven strategies that work, and new money.” U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Speaking at the National Science Teachers Association Conference March 20, 2009 http://www.ed.gov/news/speeches/2009/03/03202009.html

4. Economic Stimulus and IT As of August 2010, the current unemployment is 9.6% (14.9 million)1 Executive Office of the President, Council of Economic Advisors: Estimate of jobs to be created or saved by ARRA: 2009            0.7 million 2010            3.0 million 2011            2.5 million 2012            0.7 million TOTAL 6.9 million jobs2 “Amid the worst job market in 25 years, IT is holding steady.” IT skills like networking, communications, security, and optimization are highly valued. Cisco certifications are among those “earning highest pay premiums.”3 “The evidence is clear … employers are depending on IT’s leadership and ability, not only in running operations efficiently and cost effectively, but in developing products and services that keep companies globally competitive in very uncertain market conditions.”4 “There's going to be a land grab of [technical] talent reminiscent of the dot-com era.”5 1 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Unemployment Rate, http://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm 2Estimates of Job Creation from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, 5/09, http://www.whitehouse.gov/assets/documents/Estimate_of_Job_Creation.pdf 3NetworkWorld, 3/30/09, Industry Assessment, http://www.networkworld.com/news/2009/040609-10-tech-skills.html 4Foote Partners, David Foote, CEO, http://www.footepartners.com 5InformationWeek 2/5/09, Stimulus Package Will Spur New Tech Jobs, http://www.informationweek.com/blog/main/archives/2009/02/stimulus_packag_1.html

5. ARRA Investment in IT InfrastructureShort term economic boost, groundwork for long term growth 3 examples of economic stimulus impact: Smart Grid Healthcare IT Broadband $10 Billion investment = 498,000 jobs $10 Billion investment = 239,000 jobs $10 Billion investment = 212,000 jobs Source: ITIF; Digital Road to Recovery: http://www.itif.org/index.php?id=212

6. Green IT Cisco’s green vision: If it can be connected to the Internet, it can be greener; the network is the platform for sustainability and green innovation IT has the potential to cut US carbon-dioxide emissions by up to 22% by 2020, a gross energy and fuel savings of up to $240 billion — equal to a 36% reduction in imported oil consumption.1 Healthcare IT “Emerald Cities” ad 1 Boston Consulting Group, www.bcg.com/about_bcg/media_center/press_releases.jsp?id=2792

7. The Network is the Platform for Green Smart Grid Greener IT Green IT Smart Buildings Broadband Healthcare IT Virtual Collaboration

8. IT Careers and Job Trends in the United States The 10 Fastest Growing Occupations from 2006 to 2014* 1. Network systems and data communications analyst 2. Physician assistant 3. Computer software engineer, applications 4. Computer software engineer, systems software 5. Network and computer systems administrator 6. Database administrator 7. Physical therapist 8. Medical scientist 9. Occupational therapist 10. College instructor*Money Magazine

9. Healthcare IT and Green Network is the platform for sustainability and green innovation in Healthcare Electronic Health Records (EHRs) careers are opening new doors for community college students across the country Hospitals and healthcare facilities are preparing to streamline their operations, incorporating electronic health records to provide better care to their patients, as well as improve operational efficiency "There’s tremendous growth; today 75,000 people work in medical records nationwide. Double that number will be needed to help U.S. healthcare providers make the move to digital systems.” - Claire Dixon-Lee, spokesperson, American Health Information Management Association

10. A Tool for Economic Recovery • Networking Academy creates the pipeline of IT and networking talent needed for economic recovery • Networking Academy curricula teaches basic and advanced IT and networking skills • Students are prepared for industry-recognized certifications and high-demand, high-wage jobs in virtually every industry • Low-performing schools are empowered with a proven 21st century teaching and learning model that will lead to students being career and college ready

11. United States: Networking Academy Impact Source: MRE report FULL Package of Quarterly Metrics_10.31.09_v1.xls 2 Includes community-based organizations, middle schools, military, nontraditional educational settings, and post-graduate institutions 3 Source: MRE report 4075_MASTER P51_v2_with Country Totals.xlsx (includes Guam and American Samoa) 4 Includes CCNA Security, CCNP, Security, Wireless, IP Telephony, Java, UNIX and Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials (PNIE) 5 Source: MRE report MASTER IN-KIND CONTRIBUTION for USCAN as of 10.31.09_v1.xlsx

12. United States: IT Job Projections Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov/emp/emptabapp.htm, based on data available on of Oct 31, 2008 * Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2008 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates, http://stat.bls.gov/oes/current/oessrcst.htm

13. Transforming Education is a Key Goal of the ARRA ProgramNetworking Academy Aligns to 21st Century Skills Framework

14. 21st Century Education ModelA public-private partnership developing career and college ready students • Student-centered interactive learning • Online curricula and in-person instruction • Highly interactive activities, videos, games and quizzes • Hands-on labs with real equipment • Simulation and virtual tools • 24/7 web access • Innovative online assessments • Balance of theory and practical application of skills • Instructor professional development • Curricula licensed at no cost for nonprofit institutions; equipment discounts “In a global economy where the most valuable skill you can sell is your knowledge, a good education is no longer just a pathway to opportunity – it is a prerequisite.” – President Obama, Address to Joint Session of Congress, 2/24/09

15. Opportunities to Align Cisco Networking Academy with ARRA

16. ARRA Guiding Principles American Recovery and Reinvestment Act “Spend quickly to save and create jobs” “Ensure transparency and accountability” “Thoughtfully invest one-time funds” “Advance effective reforms” • Networking Academy is a proven replicable and scalable model • Online assessment system tracks and reports student learning • Initial investment in equipment and instructor training, with minimal ongoing costs • A track record of learning success with diverse students

17. Networking Academy Opportunities Title II-D Labor Commerce Stabilization Competitive Grants for High Growth, Emerging Industries $750M Flow-through funding (WIB) Adult Training and Employment $495M Dislocated Workers $200M Youth Activities $1.18B • Grants to Governors • $39.8B • (Ed) • Phase 1: 67% • Phase 2: 33% • State must • restore funding • levels through formulas to K-12, • and appropriate • IHE channel • May use funds • for CTE (Perkins) Competitive Grants for Public Computer Centers through NTIA $200M Broadband access, training, support for greater use of broadband, especially by low income, aged, unemployed, and other vulnerable groups Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) $650M 50% formula; 50% competitive Can be used for implementing information technology courses

18. Worker Training and Placement in High Growth and Emerging Industry Sectors: Department of Labor Some Allowable Activities Applicants Award Info Timeline Grant Description: $750 million, competitive. Program Priorities: Combination of funding for green jobs (primary) and healthcare (secondary); portions reserved for communities impacted by automotive-related restructuring Green Grants Green Capacity Building Grants (for DOL-funded grantees), $5 million, due 8/5/09 State Labor Market Improvement Grants (for State WIBs), $50 million, due 8/14/09 Energy Training Partnership Grants (for Nat’l Labor Org Mgmt and/or strategic nonprofit orgs), $100 million, due 9/4/09 Pathways Out of Poverty (community and faith-based with education, business, labor partnerships), $150 million, due 9/29/09 State Sector Training Grants (for State WIBs in partnership with local WIBs), $190 million, due 10/20/09 Specific award information TBA by DOL $500 million designated for energy efficiency and renewable energy careers $250 million designated for health care careers Eligibility Local WIBs will apply directly to DOL More criteria may be forthcoming Projects providing training to upgrade skills of employed workers in enterprise communities or empowerment zones Projects promoting distance learning Establishment of partnerships with national organizations with expertise in developing and administering employment and training services DOL Guidance on Green: http://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/attach/ten/TEN44-08.pdf Announcements on Green: http://www.doleta.gov/grants/find_grants.cfm

19. High Growth, Emerging Industries SectorPathways Out of Poverty Component, DOL Employment and Training Administration (ETA) Some Allowable Expenses Applicants Award Info Timeline Grant Description: Of the $500 million designated for competitive grants for high growth/emerging industries, $150 million is designated to provide training and placement services for employment in emerging green industries. Program Priorities: Training activities that address industry skills and competencies, defined career pathways, industry recognized degrees or certificates, integrated occupational/basic skills, and supportive services. Applicants apply directly to ETA ETA expects to award $3-$8 million for national projects and $2-$4 million for local projects Local to Federal deadline Applications are due no later than 4:00 pm EDT on September 29, 2009 • Eligible applicants include: • National community based and faith-based org. with local networks • 2. Local strategic partnerships • Classroom occupational training • On-the-job training • Internships and registered apprenticeships • Basic skills training • Skills and aptitude assessments • Updating curriculum • Case management • Supportive services Applications available at: http://www.doleta.gov/grants/pdf/SGA-DFA-PY-08-19.pdf

20. High Growth and Emerging Industries SectorHealth Care Sector and Other High Growth and Emerging Industry SectorsDOL Employment and Training Administration (ETA) Some Allowable Expenses Applicants Award Info Timeline Grant Description: Of the $500 million designated for competitive grants for high growth/emerging industries, $220 million is designated for this program, with $125 million for projects in the healthcare sector and the remaining $95 million for projects in other high growth and emerging industries. Program Priorities: Training to prepare unemployed, dislocated, and incumbent workers, including low-wage workers, to enter and advance in the healthcare sector and other high growth/emerging industries. Local to Federal deadline October 5, 2009 Eligible applicants include: 1. Public entities 2. Private nonprofit entities 3. Educ, training, and healthcare providers 4. May include local WIBs, labor, one stop systems, tribal orgs Local agencies will apply directly to ETA for funding $25 million reserved for projects serving communities impacted by automotive restructuring • Direct training and/or education, placement, and related activities • Classroom occup. training • On-the-job training • Registered apprenticeships • Contextualized learning • Internships • Skills assessment, job search • Updating curriculum to • support training Application available at http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-17416.pdf

21. Grants to States for Adult Training: DOL Some Allowable Expenses Applicants Award Info Timeline Grant Description: $495 million distributed via formula for state pass-through to local Workforce Investment Boards and One-Stop Career Centers. Program Priorities: Priority use of these funds is for services to recipients of public assistance and other low-income individuals. Federal to State Formula Allocations www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/eta/eta20090249-chart.pdf Federal to State States begin receiving these funds in March Funds must be used to provide employment and training services and support, including: Private sector training programs Occupational skills training On-the-job training Registered apprenticeship Entrepreneurship training Job readiness training Adult basic education training Eligibility States will award funds to Local WIBs and One-Stop Career Centers Contracts to provide services can be institutions of higher learning and other providers as listed on each state’s ‘eligible provider list” – state lists are available at www.careeronestop.org/WiaProviderSearch.asp State to Local Timeline Timeline will vary by state Funds must be obligated to local agencies by September 30, 2010 State to Local Awards The process for distributing these funds to LWIBs will vary by state State WIA contacts are available at www.doleta.gov/usworkforce/statecon.cfm Local agencies must expend these funds by June 30, 2011

22. Grants to States for Youth Activities: DOL Some Allowable Expenses Applicants Award Info Timeline Grant Description:$1.18 billion in formula grants will be provided to state and local employment and training service providers to enhance programs that prepare youth for employment and/or post-secondary education through linkages between academic and occupational learning. Program Priorities:Expanded summer youth employment opportunities during 2009. 30% of funding must be used to serve out of school youth. Intended to include youth who are disconnected from education and the workforce. Priority for serving veterans and spouses. Eligibility Local Workforce Investment Boards and One-Stop Career Centers will receive funding from State Departments of Labor More specific eligibility criteria and timelines will vary by state Federal to State Allocations www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/eta/eta20090249-chart.pdf A list of State WIB contacts is available at www.doleta.gov/usworkforce/statecon.cfm A searchable database of current One-Stop Career Centers is at www.servicelocator.org and www.careeronestop.org Federal to State State allocations made available on March 6 State to Local Timeline SDOLs will distribute funds to LWIBs and OSCCs based on priorities and timelines established by each state Funds must be obligated to local agencies by September 30, 2010; however ETA encourages states to obligate funds by mid-April Guidance Letter for DOLhttp://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/ corr_doc.cfm?DOCN=2728 Youth activities under WIA are allowable with 2 changes: increase in age eligibility to 24 max; work readiness will determine effectiveness of summer employment Work experiences and other activities that expose youth to opportunities in ‘green’ educational and career pathways Integrate work and classroom learning Academic and occupational linkages Summer employment = any set of allowable youth services from May 1– Sept 30, if it includes work experience

23. Some Allowable Expenses Applicants Award Info Timeline Grants to States for Dislocated Worker Training Grant Description:$1.43 billion in WIA Dislocated Worker formula grants for states to provide employment and training services to dislocated workers through the One-Stop system, to support reentry into the recovering job market . Program Priorities:Agencies that provide eligible services to recipients of public assistance and other low-income individuals for intensive services and training services (for substantially increased numbers of dislocated workers). Eligibility Local WIBs and OSCCs will receive funding from State Departments of Labor Federal to State Allocations www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/eta/eta20090249-chart.pdf State to Local Awards Specific eligibility criteria/timelines vary by state Searchable database of OSCCs is available at www.servicelocator.organd www.careeronestop.org Federal to State Allocations made March 6, SDOLs will begin receiving funds immediately State to Local State departments will distribute funds to LWIBs and OSCCs on priorities and timelines established by each state Funds must be obligated to local agencies by September 30, 2010 Local agencies must expend funds by June 30, 2011 Guidance Letter for DOLhttp://wdr.doleta.gov/directives /attach/TEGL/TEGL14-08.pdf Training activities can include: Occupational skills training On-the-job training Programs that combine workplace training and related instruction Skill upgrade and retraining

24. Broadband Technology Opportunity Program (BTOP)Public Computer Center ComponentNational Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Some Allowable Expenses Applicants Award Info Timeline Grant Description: Of the $4.7 billion for NTIA competitive grants for providing access to broadband service for citizens in underserved areas, at least $200 million is designated for Public Computer Capacity grants. Round 1 = $50 million Program Priorities: Extend broadband access to unserved areas, improve access to underserved areas, expand access to wide range of institutions and individuals, including vulnerable populations Eligible applicants include: Public schools Libraries Community support organizations Community colleges and other institutions of higher ed Non-Profits Local to Federal deadline 1st round: Open July 14, 2009, deadline Aug. 14, 2009 2 additional rounds expected, 1 grant/state Local agencies will apply directly to NTIA for funding 20% matching funds required Guidance at: http://broadbandusa.sc.egov.usda.gov/files/BB%20NOFA%20FINAL%2007092009.pdf Infrastructure acquisitions including hardware and software Personnel Education and training Outreach activities Operational Expenses with plan for sustainability Applications available at http://broadbandusa.sc.egov.usda.gov/download_app.htm

25. How Does Networking Academy Fit In? Cisco Networking Academy provides: the infrastructure to create sustainable programs for workforce development a pipeline of talent to fuel workforce development for economic recovery effective pathway model for high school-post secondary a proven 21st century teaching and learning model that will lead to students being career and college ready • What You Can Do NOW • Meet with leaders at your local WIB and other grantors of funding to determine requirements • Develop a project that positions Cisco Networking Academy as a ‘shovel’ ready solution • Review the state-by-state Networking Academy Project 51 profiles to get statistics on IT demands in your state • Find tools to help with your grant on Cisco Networking Academy’s Economic Stimulus (ARRA) page located here: www.cisco.com/web/learning/ netacad/us-can/stim.html, including the Cisco Grants Webinar recordings • For more information, contact netacad_econstim@cisco.com

26. Next Steps

27. Learn more… For more information on grant opportunities and best practices, listen to the Webinar that accompanies this slide presentation: • View webinar: • “Leveraging Cisco Networking Academy for Economic Stimulus Funding” • (60 minutes)

28. Visit the Economic Stimulus Tools Page http://www.cisco.com/go/netacad/us/econ Resources: Networking Academy profiles for each state Federal and state grant information links Brochures and presentations on Networking Academy and economic stimulus Data sheets for each of the 5 targeted grant opportunities • For more information, contact • netacad_econstim@cisco.com

29. Additional Resources • Interactive state map with funding allocations • http://dpc.senate.gov/dpcmap.cfm • Interactive map linking to state ARRA websites • http://www.recovery.gov/?q=content/state-recovery-page • Federal Recovery website • http://www.recovery.gov/