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Empowering the State and Local Government Workforce with Upskilling

April 7, 2025

In today’s fast-paced digital world, state and local governments face mounting challenges to modernize their workforce, enhance cybersecurity, and comply with ever-evolving regulations. The demand for a skilled and certified workforce has never been greater. That’s where CompTIA, the leading IT certification and training organization, steps in to help. Through our government discount program, we make it easier and more affordable for state and local governments to upskill their workforce and stay ahead of the curve.

Why upskilling your workforce matters

State and local governments are responsible for delivering essential services while safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining operational efficiency. However, the rise of sophisticated cyber threats and rapid technological advancements require a workforce with the latest IT skills and certifications. Upskilling your team with CompTIA certifications ensures your employees are prepared to:

  • Strengthen cybersecurity: Protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data with certifications like CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+).
  • Enhance IT operations: Improve IT service delivery and operational efficiency with CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Server+ certifications.
  • Stay compliant: Meet federal, state, and local compliance requirements with certifications aligned with industry standards.

The benefits of partnering with CompTIA

When you work directly with CompTIA, you can access tailored resources and expertise to make workforce development and procurement seamless and practical. Here’s why partnering with us is the smart choice for state and local governments:

  1.  Tailored solutions: Every government agency has unique needs. CompTIA offers customized solution options that align with your organization’s goals and requirements.
  1. Comprehensive certification pathways: CompTIA certifications cover various topics, from foundational IT skills to advanced cybersecurity expertise to meet your workforce's diverse needs.
  1. Flexible learning options: Whether your employees prefer self-paced online courses, instructor-led training, or a hybrid approach, CompTIA provides flexible learning options to accommodate busy schedules.
  1. Expert support: Our team of experts will guide you through every step, from identifying skills gaps to implementing training programs and tracking progress.

Maximize your budget with your government discount

Budget constraints are a common challenge for state and local governments. CompTIA offers government discounts to make workforce development more affordable. By taking advantage of this program, you can:

  • Save on training and certification costs with discounted rates on CompTIA certifications, training materials, and exam vouchers.
  • Stretch your budget further by upskilling more employees without exceeding it, ensuring your team is equipped with the necessary skills.
  • Invest in long-term success by building a highly skilled workforce that can adapt to future challenges and drive your organization’s success.

How to get started with your government discount

Getting started is simple. Follow these four steps to begin transforming your workforce:

  1. Contact our team to discuss your organization’s needs and goals.
  2. Develop a plan with our experts to create tailored solutions and certification plans for your workforce.
  3. Implement training by enrolling your employees in CompTIA’s training programs and track their progress.
  4. Achieve results as your workforce becomes more skilled, efficient, and compliant.

Partner with CompTIA today

State and local governments play a vital role in serving communities and protecting critical infrastructure. By partnering with CompTIA, you can ensure your workforce is equipped with the skills and certifications needed to meet today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities.

Take advantage of your government discounts and make workforce development a priority. We can build a stronger, more secure, and more efficient government workforce.