Higher Education Partners

Prepare Students for Real-World IT Careers

Partner with CertLabs PBQ to supplement your IT curriculum with hands-on labs, performance-based questions, and industry-recognized certification preparation that employers demand.

100%

Curriculum Customizable

LMS

Canvas, Blackboard & More

500+

Hands-On Lab Modules

24/7

Student & Faculty Access

Why Institutions Choose CertLabs

We go beyond certification prep — we're your complete IT education partner

Custom Curriculum Development

We develop labs, assessments, and learning materials aligned to YOUR course syllabi and learning objectives. Your faculty drives the content.

Real Hands-On Environments

Students practice on actual virtual environments — not simulations. Configure firewalls, troubleshoot networks, deploy cloud services in safe sandboxes.

Instructor Analytics Dashboard

Faculty get real-time visibility into student progress, performance metrics, and skill gaps. Identify struggling students before they fall behind.

Industry Certification Alignment

Prepare students for CompTIA, ISC², ISACA, AWS, Azure, and more. Our content maps to official exam objectives for higher pass rates.

Seamless LMS Integration

Works with Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, D2L Brightspace via LTI. Single sign-on, automatic grade sync, and assignment integration.

Dedicated Academic Support

Your institution gets a dedicated account manager, faculty training, implementation support, and priority technical assistance.

Academic Pricing

Special pricing exclusively for educational institutions

Small School

For schools & colleges up to 2,500 students

$5 per student per year
  • Up to 2,500 students
  • Full lab access (500+ modules)
  • Hundreds of Skill IQ assessments included
  • Practice exams & PBQs
  • Practice assessments (5,000+ questions)
  • Instructor dashboard
  • Email support
  • LMS integration
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Custom Course Integration

Custom labs, assessments & course materials

$8 per student per year
  • Unlimited students
  • Custom labs built for your courses
  • Hundreds of Skill IQ assessments included
  • Custom practice assessments & PBQs
  • Practice assessments (5,000+ questions)
  • Curriculum-aligned course materials
  • Dedicated account manager
  • 24/7 priority support
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What We Offer Our Academic Partners

Comprehensive solutions to enhance your IT programs and prepare students for successful tech careers

Custom Development

Custom Course Material & Curriculum Development

We work directly with your faculty to develop complete course materials — from lecture-aligned lab exercises to semester-long learning paths. Not generic content, but materials built around YOUR syllabus.

  • Course materials designed around YOUR syllabus topics
  • Lab exercises aligned to YOUR grading rubrics
  • Content updates as your curriculum evolves each semester
  • Faculty review and approval on all custom work
  • Integration with course textbooks and existing materials

Our Development Process

  • Review your course syllabus & objectives
  • Collaborate with faculty on requirements
  • Build custom labs, materials & assessments
  • Faculty testing & feedback rounds
  • Deploy & integrate with your LMS
Virtual Labs

500+ Hands-On Virtual Lab Modules

Beyond custom development, access our library of pre-built lab modules covering networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, system administration, databases, and more — all browser-based, no installation needed.

  • 15–30 minute focused lab sessions for each topic
  • Automatic validation & instant feedback to students
  • Detailed performance analytics per student
  • No software installation — works on any browser
  • Labs for IT, cybersecurity, cloud, networking & more

Lab Categories

  • Networking & Troubleshooting
  • Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
  • Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • System Administration (Windows/Linux)
  • Database Management & SQL
Practice Tests

Practice Tests & Skill Assessments

Measure student readiness with practice tests and performance-based questions aligned to both your course assessments and industry certification exams. Custom assessments can be built for any course topic.

  • 5,000+ practice questions across IT domains
  • Performance-based questions (PBQs) with real scenarios
  • Detailed explanations for every answer
  • Custom assessments aligned to YOUR course topics
  • Timed & untimed modes, unlimited retakes

Assessment Features

  • Randomized question pools
  • Score breakdowns by domain/topic
  • Unlimited student retakes
  • Export grades to LMS
  • Mobile-friendly access
Skill Labs

Labs for Every Course

Skill Labs offers a robust library of hands-on labs and complete lab sets that can be fully aligned to every IT, computer science and Cybersec curriculum. With Skill Labs, you can confidently standardize on a single lab partner—knowing there is something for every skill in the curriculum, across IT & Cyber courses.

  • Complete lab sets for IT, CS & Cybersecurity courses
  • Fully aligned to your existing curriculum
  • One lab partner for every course in your program
  • Covers every skill across IT & Cyber disciplines
  • Continuously updated lab library

Skill Labs Coverage

  • Computer Science Fundamentals
  • Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
  • Networking & Infrastructure
  • Cloud Computing & DevOps
  • Data Management & Analytics
Custom Solutions

Custom Solutions

Tailored programs to meet the unique needs of academic institutions, ensuring graduates are ready to succeed in their chosen fields. We partner closely with your department to design bespoke training solutions that align with your institution's goals and industry demands.

  • Tailored programs designed for your institution's needs
  • Curriculum consulting & gap analysis
  • Industry-aligned content ensuring job readiness
  • Flexible delivery models (online, hybrid, in-person)
  • Ongoing partnership & content evolution

Custom Solutions Include

  • Needs assessment & program design
  • Faculty collaboration & training
  • Custom lab & assessment creation
  • Outcomes tracking & reporting
  • Dedicated partnership manager

All IT Program Areas We Support

Comprehensive training content for all major IT disciplines and career paths

Cybersecurity

Security operations, ethical hacking, incident response, vulnerability management

Networking

Network design, troubleshooting, routing & switching, wireless networks

Cloud Computing

AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, cloud architecture, migration & deployment

Data & Analytics

Database management, SQL, data security, business intelligence

IT Governance & Audit

IT risk management, compliance frameworks, security auditing

DevOps & Automation

CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, scripting, containers

Gen AI & Machine Learning

Generative AI, machine learning, NLP, deep learning, AI tools

Programming

Python, C#, Java, scripting, software development fundamentals

How the Partnership Works

A streamlined process to get your institution up and running

1

Discovery Call

We discuss your programs, curriculum needs, and goals

2

Custom Planning

Our team builds a tailored implementation plan

3

Integration & Training

We integrate with your LMS and train faculty

4

Ongoing Support

Dedicated account manager + content updates

Flexible Integration Options

Works seamlessly with your existing systems and teaching methods

LMS Integration

Seamless integration with popular Learning Management Systems for easy deployment and grade syncing.

  • Canvas integration
  • Blackboard compatible
  • Moodle support
  • D2L Brightspace
  • Single Sign-On (SSO)

Instructor Dashboard

Powerful tools for faculty to monitor student progress, assign labs, and track performance metrics.

  • Class-wide performance overview
  • Individual student progress tracking
  • Custom assignment creation
  • Automated grading & reports
  • Export grades to LMS

Student Experience

Intuitive interface that students can access from any device, anywhere, anytime.

  • No software installation required
  • Works on any browser
  • Mobile-friendly access
  • Personal progress dashboard
  • 24/7 availability

Security & Data Protection

Enterprise-grade security to keep your institution's data safe and protected.

  • Data encryption at rest & in transit
  • Regular security audits
  • Role-based access controls
  • Secure cloud infrastructure

What Educators Say

Hear from faculty and administrators who have partnered with us

"CertLabs transformed our IT program. The custom labs they built for our networking courses are exactly what we needed. Students are more engaged and job-ready than ever."
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Dr. Robert Chen

Director of IT Programs, Atlanta, GA

"The curriculum alignment was exactly what we needed. CertLabs worked with our faculty to create labs that match our course objectives perfectly. Canvas integration was seamless."
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Sarah Peterson

Department Chair, Houston, TX

"Our students love practicing real scenarios instead of just reading about them. The instructor dashboard helps me identify who needs help before they fall behind."
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Prof. Michael Johnson

Network Admin Instructor, San Jose, CA

"The academic pricing made it feasible for our small college to provide world-class IT training. Our graduates are now more competitive in the job market."
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Dr. Lisa Anderson

Dean of Technology, Annandale, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum number of students required?
We work with institutions of all sizes. Our department license starts at just 25 students. Contact us to discuss options that fit your specific needs.
Can you develop custom labs and course materials for our specific courses?
Absolutely! Custom curriculum and lab development is one of our core offerings. We work directly with your faculty to create labs, assessments, and learning materials aligned to your course objectives — not just generic certification content.
How does LMS integration work?
We support LTI integration with Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, D2L Brightspace, and other major LMS platforms. Students access labs directly from your LMS, and grades sync automatically.
Do you provide training for faculty?
Yes, all academic partnerships include faculty training. We offer live webinars, on-demand tutorials, and documentation. School and campus licenses include on-site training options.
Do you only provide certification training?
No — we provide comprehensive IT education support. While we do align to industry certifications, our core academic offering is broader: custom course materials, curriculum-aligned labs, practice tests for your courses, and hands-on training across all IT disciplines. We build content around YOUR curriculum, not just certification exams.
What kind of support do academic partners receive?
All partners receive email support and access to our help center. School licenses and above include a dedicated account manager, priority support, and regular check-in calls.

Download Our Academic Resources

Share these materials with your department, faculty, and administration to learn how CertLabs can transform your IT programs.

3-Page Flyer

Quick overview of CertLabs — 50+ certification tracks, 9 lab categories, degree mapping, and academic pricing.

Download Flyer (PDF)

7-Page Brochure

In-depth look at all certification tracks, lab deep dives for cybersecurity, cloud, programming & more, with integration and comparison details.

Download Brochure (PDF)

Full Catalog (12 Pages)

Complete 2026 lab sets catalog — 500+ labs, all 9 categories with module-level detail, 50+ cert tracks, platform comparison, and pricing.

Download Catalog (PDF)

Ready to Transform Your IT Program?

Join leading universities and colleges who trust CertLabs to prepare their students for successful tech careers.

Or contact us directly at academic@certlabz.com