Frequently Asked Questions

ITU Academy courses cover a wide scope of ICT-related topics ranging from programmes for government policy makers and regulators, professional business-focused curricula for senior ICT executives and managers, to specialized programmes for technical and operational staff.

The ITU Academy offers courses in different formats to accommodate various learning preferences:

Instructor-led courses (with guided instruction and interaction):

• Online instructor-led: Fully online training with real-time or scheduled instructor interaction.
• Face-to-face: In-person training conducted at a physical location.
• Blended: A combination of online and in-person learning elements.

Online self-paced courses: Fully online training where learners progress at their own pace without instructor supervision.

Before registering, check the course description for details on the course format.

ITU Academy courses are categorized into three levels to help participants choose courses that match their background and learning needs:

• Introductory: Designed for learners without prior knowledge of the topic, providing a broad overview.
• Intermediate: May require some prerequisite knowledge and is often aimed at professionals from related fields.
• Advanced: Tailored for professionals already working in the field, focusing on strengthening core competencies or acquiring new skills for direct application.

ITU and its partners deliver courses on the ITU Academy platform, particularly the ITU Academy Training Centres (ATCs). 

ITU Academy courses are designed for anyone who would like to enhance their professional knowledge in the field of information and communication technology (ICT) and telecommunication. The specific target can be found in each course webpage.

To register for a course, you need to create an account in the ITU Academy platform.

1. On the ITU Academy, hover on the user icon in the top right corner.
2. In the dropdown menu, select "Sign up" or access directly here: https://academy.itu.int/user/register 
3. You will be redirected to the "Create new account" page.
4. Fill out the form. Every field with a red asterisk is required.
5. Fill the captcha and press the “Create new account” button.

Note :

• You only register once. After registration, a link to create a password will be sent to you.
• Keep this password and use it for login.
• You can change your password as you like 

All courses require ITU Academy accounts to share relevant information, host assessments and course evaluation, as well as certification.

Yes, unless specified otherwise on the course page, you can register for a course in any region of your choice. 

For the specific case of face-to-face trainings, you may need to cover your travelling and visa costs.

No, you must enroll into each course separately. 

Go to http://academy.itu.int, over on the user icon, click on “Log in” and enter your username and password. 

Once logged in go to the “My courses” page in the same menu and you will find all courses you are enrolled in listed here. 

Click on the course you would like to access.