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Digital Trust Workforce Development Program
ISACA’s Academic and Workforce Development Program and the ISACA Foundation are expanding access to careers in IT, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies through workforce-focused training and industry-recognized credentials.
The Digital Trust Workforce Development Program, is designed to help individuals build practical, job-ready skills and earn ISACA certificates that support entry into the IT workforce. The program is delivered in partnership with community organizations, academic institutions, and funding partners to respond to local workforce needs.
Through flexible delivery models, the program provides no-cost access to ISACA learning and career preparation resources. Program formats may include in-person, hybrid, or virtual instruction depending on location, funding, and partner capacity. As funding becomes available, the program continues to expand across the United States and internationally.
Program Offerings
Depending on location and funding source, participants may receive access to:
ISACA certificate training and exam preparation at no cost
Instruction and support from ISACA-certified industry professionals
Career readiness activities, including resume development, interview preparation, and employer engagement
Access to ISACA mentors, professional resources, and a global network of practitioners
Continuing education or completion stipends for select participants, when supported by program funding
Who the Program Serves
The Digital Trust Workforce Development Program supports adult learners seeking to enter, re-enter, or transition into IT and technology-related roles. The program is intended for individuals who can benefit from structured training, industry credentials, and career navigation support.
Eligibility requirements vary by location and funding source.
Locations & Applications
The Digital Trust Workforce Development Program is offered in select locations based on funding availability and community partnerships.
Click on an active location below to view eligibility criteria, program details, and application information. New locations are added as additional cohorts are launched.
Open programs:
| Year | Program Description | Program Start Date | Application Deadline |
| 2023 | Continuing Education Stipend 2023 Participants | July 31, 2025 | |
| 2024 | Continuing Education Stipend 2024 Participants | June 30, 2025 | |
| 2025 | North Dakota and NW/NC Minnesota: Digital Trsut Workforce Inclusion Program | 2/17/25 | accepting |
| 2026 | Miami Lakes: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | Jun 2026 | coming soon |
| 2026 | Houston/Channelview: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | July 2026 | coming soon |
| 2026 | Chicago: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | Aug.2026 | coming soon |
| 2026 | Griffin: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | Sept. 2026 | coming soon |
| 2026 | Athens: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | Oct. 2026 | coming soon |
| 2026 | Pontiac: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | Nov. 2026 | coming soon |
| 2026 | Muncie: Digital Trust Workforce Development Program | Dec. 2026 | coming soon |
Past programs:
| Year | Program Description | Program Start Date | Application Deadline |
| 2025 | Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program: Boston | Fall 2025 | closed |
| 2025 | Bulawayo, Zimbabwe: Workforce Inclusion Program | March 2025 | closed |
| 2024-2025 | Albertville: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | April 2025 | closed |
| 2024-2025 | Athens: Digital Trust Workforce Inclsuion Program | April 2025 | closed |
| 2024 | Atlanta: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 9/14/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Fargo: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 6/22/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Miami Lakes: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 6/8/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Sumter: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 7/13/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Winston-Salem: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 7/27/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Peoria: Digital Trsut Workforce Inclusion Program | 6/3/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Griffin: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 9/14/24 | Closed |
| 2024 | Tucson: Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program | 9/14/24 | Closed |
Questions? Email academics@isaca.org.