Virtual Labs: Essential Tools for Educators | ACI Learning

Enhancing IT & cybersecurity curriculum with virtual training labs.

Unlock your students’ potential and master real-world scenarios through interactive hands-on learning with interactive, hands-on labs for job-ready curriculum.

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90%
of Learners
will remember course material in an experiential setting, compared to just 5% in traditional learning.
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Built for educators. Designed for outcomes.

Give students best-in-class tools for real-world IT and cybersecurity experiences. Aligned with certifications from leading vendors, skill labs include step-by-step instructions and built-in assessments, so students can build job-ready skills with confidence.

  • Learning anytime. Anywhere.
    Labs run instantly in any browser—perfect for remote, hybrid, or in-person learning.
  • Spend more time teaching.
    Built-in assessments are automatically graded, letting you spend more time doing what matters.
  • Create a custom lab set.
    Easily modify an off-the shelf lab set to align perfectly with your course or let us create one for you!
  • Access through your LMS for easy integration.
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See our skill labs

CompTIA CASP+ CAS-004

CompTIA CySA+ CS0-002

CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005

CompTIA Network+ N10-008

CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002

CompTIA PenTest+ w/Cert Prep

CompTIA Security+ SY0-601

AI/ML in Cybersecurity Labs (Cybersecurity Analytics)

Applications of CyberSecurity Using ChatGPT

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01) Skill Lab

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) Skill Lab

AWS Fundamentals Skill Lab

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Real-world IT training tool for any platform.

Real Machines

Unlike simulations, Skill Labs provide true virtual machine environments for practicing real-world cybersecurity techniques.

Auto-Scoring & LMS Integration

Labs are equipped with auto-scoring for efficient assessment and easy integration with existing Learning Management Systems (LMS).

In-Depth Learning Experience

Malware creation & deployment
Labs walk you through crafting and deploying malware in a safe virtual environment, using real commands and tools.
Nmap scanning
Practice essential techniques like network scanning to identify vulnerabilities.
Step-by-step guidance
Labs can be run prescriptively, offering detailed instructions and screenshots for each step.
Challenge questions
Reinforce learning through challenge questions that test your ability to replicate learned skills. Instructors have the ability to track progress and provide individual support.
Instructor dashboard
Monitor user progress, identify potential cheating through screenshot comparisons, and ensure effective learning outcomes.
Certification support
A large library of labs (796 transitioned, 315 deployed by year-end) is focused on popular certifications like CompTIA and Cisco, ensuring practical preparation for industry-recognized credentials. (Couple with In-depth learning)

Graduate Job-Ready Students

Skill Labs deliver hands-on, job-ready IT and cybersecurity curriculum without the cost or complexity of building your own environments.

Students Get:

  • Practical, real-world experience in real environments
  • Continuously updated labs that stay aligned with in-demand jobs and certifications
  • Career-ready skills that make them immediately employable

You Get:

  • A turnkey lab platform that saves you time
  • No virtual machines to maintain, no hardware to manage
  • A scalable solution that fits programs of any size

Stop worrying about lab setup. Start focusing on student success.

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Cybersecurity
Navigate real-world cyber threats in a controlled and interactive environment.
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Cloud-based technologies
Explore and master cutting-edge cloud computing tools and techniques for scalable and efficient data management and application deployment.
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Operating systems
Dive deep into various OS functionalities, gain practical insights, and develop proficiency in managing and optimizing system resources for enhanced performance and security.
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System administration
Acquire hands-on expertise in deploying, configuring, and managing complex network systems and infrastructure, ensuring easy operations and robust security.
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IT infrastructure
Gain practical skills in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust and scalable IT infrastructures, ensuring efficient operations and easy connectivity across diverse systems and devices.
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Digital literacy
Navigate the digital landscape with confidence, enabling them to effectively leverage technology for communication, information access, and personal growth.

Hands-on labs that deliver career-ready students.

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