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Upskilled Wins 2024 EC-Council ATC Best Newcomer Award for Excellence in Cybersecurity Training

By Vanessa Pomeranetz
Vanessa Pomeranetz

Sydney, Australia – 26 November 2024 – 

Upskilled, a leading Australian provider of online education and training, is proud to announce it has been honoured with the prestigious 2024 EC-Council ATC Best Newcomer Award by EC-Council, a global authority in cybersecurity certification. This esteemed award recognises Upskilled’s outstanding contribution to cybersecurity education and its commitment to equipping individuals and organisations with essential skills to thrive in the fast-growing cybersecurity sector.

The EC-Council Accredited Training Centers (ATCs) Best Newcomer Award is granted annually to a select number of accredited training centres worldwide that have partnered with EC-Council for less than one year. Award recipients are recognised for their dedication to delivering high-quality educational experiences that benefit both their students and the wider community. This year, Upskilled stands out among over 2,380 EC-Council training partners from 150 countries for its dedication to enhancing cybersecurity expertise through comprehensive and innovative training programs.

"We are incredibly honoured to receive the EC-Council ATC Best Newcomer Award," said Sadiq Merchant, CEO of Upskilled. "This award not only recognises our dedication to providing exceptional cybersecurity education but also reinforces our commitment to empowering students with the critical skills they need to excel in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. At Upskilled, we strive to create learning experiences that genuinely make a difference in our students’ lives and careers.”

A Commitment to Cybersecurity Excellence

This award highlights Upskilled’s exceptional focus on cybersecurity education, with EC-Council’s selection criteria evaluating multiple factors:

  • A strong commitment to educating and strengthening the cybersecurity workforce

  • Exceptional student feedback on EC-Council courses and instruction

  • High-quality course evaluation reports

  • A high ratio of students progressing to achieve EC-Council certifications

  • A growing volume of students trained in cybersecurity

Cassandra Parton, General Manager of Upskilled for Business, added, “Receiving this award from EC-Council is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team in delivering cybersecurity training that is practical, industry-relevant, and transformative. We are proud to partner with EC-Council and are excited to continue supporting organisations and individuals in building resilient cybersecurity capabilities to protect against emerging threats.”

About EC-Council

EC-Council is a globally recognised leader in cybersecurity certification, known for industry-leading credentials such as CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) and C|ND (Certified Network Defender). EC-Council certifications are respected across industries and provide essential skills for defending organisations against today’s cybersecurity challenges.

About Upskilled

Upskilled is one of Australia’s premier online education providers, delivering targeted training solutions to individuals and the workforce across diverse fields, including information technology, business, community services, and cybersecurity. With a commitment to accessible, flexible learning and industry-aligned training, Upskilled supports both individual career development and organisational workforce growth, contributing to the advancement of skills and knowledge in today’s competitive job market.

Media Contact:

Jay Selvaraj
National Marketing Manager
Upskilled
E: info@upskilled.edu.au

Vanessa Pomeranetz
Vanessa Pomeranetz is a Marketing Specialist working at Upskilled. Beyond the professional world of marketing, she can be found sipping a Chatime, playing or watching soccer and spending time with her wonderfully loud Italian family.