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Multiple vendors for cyber, cloud, and programming -- different logins, pricing, support contracts
Faculty spend 10+ hours/week manually grading lab work instead of teaching and mentoring
No way to measure student competencies before, during, or after a course objectively
Cybersecurity, cloud, networking, Linux, DevOps, programming, data, sysadmin, and AI/ML -- all under one subscription with one login.
Every lab, assessment, and Skill IQ is auto-graded with instant feedback. Grades sync directly to your LMS gradebook via LTI 1.3.
Measure student competencies quantitatively with adaptive 0-300 scale assessments. Use for placement, progress, and graduation readiness.
Students work in real Linux and Windows terminals via browser -- no software installation, no hardware requirements. Chromebook compatible.
CertLabz is built on the proven ACI Learning approach to hands-on IT education -- the same methodology that has trained over 1 million IT professionals worldwide. Content is updated continuously by certified instructors.
Skill IQ is an adaptive diagnostic assessment that produces a quantitative score (0-300) for any technology domain. Unlike quizzes that test memorization, Skill IQ measures real-world competency through scenario-based questions that adapt in difficulty based on student responses.
SOC ops, threat hunting, IR, compliance
AWS, Azure, GCP architecture & security
Linux, Windows Server, shell, services
Gen AI, prompt eng, responsible AI, NLP
Python, Java, C#, JS, TS, C++
SQL, analytics, BI, data governance
TCP/IP, routing, VLANs, wireless, VPN
CI/CD, containers, IaC, K8s, monitoring
AD, GPO, backup, virtualization
AI fundamentals, ethics, applications
Supervised, unsupervised, model training
Neural networks, CNNs, RNNs, transformers
Prompt design, chain-of-thought, few-shot
Distributed ledger, smart contracts, consensus
Solidity, DApps, Web3, smart contracts
Admin, shell scripting, services, permissions
Hardware, OS basics, troubleshooting
IAM, encryption, compliance, zero trust
SQL, NoSQL, performance tuning, replication
HTML/CSS, React, Node.js, REST APIs
Agile, Scrum, SDLC, risk planning
Ethical hacking, exploit dev, recon
Evidence collection, analysis, reporting
Triage, containment, eradication, recovery
Docker, K8s hardening, image scanning
OWASP, auth, rate limiting, validation
Device hardening, protocols, firmware
HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX, NIST frameworks
IDS/IPS, firewall rules, SIEM ops
iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter
Individual Skill IQ score, tier (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced/Expert), domain breakdown, growth trajectory over time
Class-wide score distribution, average improvement from pre to post, at-risk student identification, section comparison
Program-level competency heatmap, year-over-year trend data, accreditation-ready evidence exports (CSV/PDF)
Every discipline below includes 8-10 progressive modules, 30+ hands-on labs, auto-grading, and certification alignment. Faculty can assign individual labs or entire lab sets as course requirements.
10 modules from Security+ through CISSP. Real tools: Snort, Nessus, Volatility, Wireshark. 30+ labs.
Security+, CySA+, CISSP, CEH
10 modules across AWS, Azure, GCP. Multi-cloud architecture, DevSecOps, disaster recovery. 30+ labs.
AWS SA, AZ-104, Cloud+
8 modules on CentOS & Ubuntu. Storage, networking, shell scripting, services, backup. Real terminal.
Linux+, Server+, CKA
8 modules: Git, Docker, CI/CD, Terraform, Kubernetes, Ansible, monitoring, DevSecOps.
Terraform, Docker DCA, CKA
6 modules: IP/subnetting, VLANs, services, VPN, wireless, load balancing. Real device config.
Network+, CCNA
6 modules: Windows Server, Active Directory, GPO, Hyper-V, backup, hardware. GUI + PowerShell.
A+ Core 1 & 2, Server+
60 modules total: Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++. Browser IDE with unit-test grading.
10 modules per language
10 modules: SQL, NoSQL, visualization, ETL, data governance, statistics, database admin.
Data+, DataX, DataSys+
10 modules: GenAI, prompt engineering, NLP, deep learning, computer vision, responsible AI, MLOps.
AI Essentials, ML Engineer
Students launch labs from their course page, complete them in-browser, and grades sync back automatically -- zero manual entry. Works with every major LMS.
LTI 1.3, deep linking, grade passback
SSO, grade sync, assignment mapping
LTI integration, auto enrollment
Grade passback, SSO, deep links
Completion rates, average scores, time-on-task, and Skill IQ distributions in real time. Filter by section, lab set, or date range.
Individual performance drill-down -- every lab attempt, time spent, mistakes, and Skill IQ trajectory over the semester.
Create custom assignments by combining labs, Skill IQs, and practice exams. Set due dates, point values, and attempt limits.
Export CSV/PDF reports per student, course, or program. Competency data formatted for ABET, HLC, and regional accreditation.
No downloads. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge. Chromebook compatible.
Lab state persists. Pause and resume any lab at any time from any device.
Personal dashboard: completed labs, scores, Skill IQ history, cert readiness.
Real Linux/Windows VMs via browser. Auto-graded against objective checks (file exists, service running, config correct).
Write & run code in browser IDE. Graded by unit test pass/fail. Python, Java, C#, JS, TS, C++.
5,000+ timed cert simulations matching real exam format. Drag-and-drop, fill-in, simulation items.
Adaptive 0-300 score assessments. Results map to Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced/Expert per domain.
| Capability | CertLabz | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Disciplines | 9 categories, 500+ labs | 1-3 categories |
| Skill IQ Diagnostics | ✓ 100s of assessments | ✗ Not available |
| Real VM Labs | ✓ Terminal + GUI | ✗ Simulations |
| Programming Labs | ✓ 6 languages, 60 modules | ✗ Not included |
| AI/ML Labs | ✓ GenAI, NLP, ML | ✗ Not available |
| Cert Tracks | ✓ 50+ (CompTIA, ISC2, etc.) | ~ 10-15 |
| Auto-Grading + LMS | ✓ Instant + passback | ~ Partial |
| Pricing | $2-8/student/year | $15-50/student/year |
SOC 2 Type II compliant. FERPA compliant. All data encrypted at rest and in transit. 99.9% uptime SLA. US-based data centers. No student data shared with third parties.
CertLabs provides the documentation, competency data, and framework alignment your institution needs for accreditation reviews and program assessments.
Labs and Skill IQs map to NIST/NICE workforce framework competency areas. Provides quantitative evidence for ABET, HLC, and regional accreditation reviews.
Content supports NSA/DHS Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity knowledge units and academic requirements for designation.
Export detailed competency reports per student, per course, and per program. Skill IQ scores provide quantitative evidence for accreditation bodies.
Every lab is tagged to specific certification exam objectives. Students practice exactly what they face on exam day -- zero wasted effort.
A+ 1 & 2, Network+, Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, SecurityX, Cloud+, CloudNetX, Linux+, Server+, Data+, DataX, DataSys+, Project+, Tech+
CISSP, CCSP, SSCP, CSSLP, CGRC, ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP
CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CDPSE, CEH, CHFI
Cloud Practitioner, Sol. Architect, SysOps, Developer, Cloud Digital Leader, Assoc. Engineer
AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-500, SC-900, MS-900, CCNA, CyberOps Associate
GIAC GSEC/GCIH, CKA, Terraform, Docker DCA, AI Essentials, ML Engineer, AI-900
Need a lab we don't have? Our curriculum team builds custom labs to your exact syllabus -- including custom VMs, grading rubrics, and LMS integration. Available with Custom Integration pricing tier.
"CertLabs hands-on labs and practice exams helped our students build practical skills and feel confident on exam day. The improvement in outcomes speaks for itself."
"We mapped every course in our IT program to CertLabs cert tracks. Students now graduate with 2-3 industry certifications on average."
No hidden fees, no per-lab charges. One subscription gives every student unlimited access to all 500+ labs, 5,000+ practice questions, all Skill IQ assessments, and all certification tracks.
"CertLabs replaced three separate vendors for us. One platform for security, cloud, and programming -- and auto-grading saved me 12 hours a week."
"Our Security+ pass rate went from 64% to 91% after integrating CertLabs. Skill IQ assessments identify struggling students weeks before the exam."
"The Skill IQ assessments changed how we advise students. We place incoming students in the right courses based on quantified competencies."
"The auto-grading saves me 10+ hours per week. I can focus on teaching, not manually checking if students ran the right commands."
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