Stop studying. Start operating.

Train for IT certifications
by doing the job

Step into the role — data center technician, network ops engineer, cybersecurity engineer. Learn through immersive simulations, not flashcards. Chapter 1 of every track is free.

certops-academy — simulation terminal
[dispatch] Ticket TKT-4821 assigned. Server unresponsive in Rack B3.
[dispatch] Host offline 12 min. Users report portal slowdowns.
[you] Inspect Rack B3 and identify the problem server
[system] Rack B3: 2nd unit has amber + red LED. Others green.
[you] Check and reseat cable connections
[system] Ethernet cable slightly unseated — clicks when pushed in.
[you] Power cycle and restore the server
[success] All LEDs solid green. Host online. Ticket resolved. ⭐⭐⭐
3Cert courses
32Missions
90+Simulations

Three roles. Three worlds. One platform.

Each cert track drops you into a distinct professional environment with its own narrative, tools, and escalating challenges.

A+ (Core 1 & 2)
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Data center technician

Server bays, rack hardware, blinking LEDs, and crash carts. Troubleshoot physical infrastructure from the cold aisle to the power room.

16 missions220-1101 & 1102
✓ Chapter 1 free
Network+
📡

NOC technician

Live topology maps, switch CLIs, packet captures, and routing tables. Diagnose connectivity failures across the enterprise.

8 missionsN10-009
✓ Chapter 1 free
Security+
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Cybersecurity engineer

SOC dashboards, SIEM alerts, threat intelligence feeds, and incident response. Defend the enterprise against active threats.

8 missionsSY0-701
✓ Chapter 1 free

Study. Simulate. Score. Repeat.

Every chapter follows a proven game loop that turns exam objectives into immersive field experience.

01

Read the field manual

Each chapter starts with an interactive study guide — clickable cards, embedded quizzes, term-matching games, and exam tips woven into the narrative.

02

Deploy to the simulation

Get dispatched to a realistic scenario — a downed server, a network outage, a security breach. Use your toolbelt and troubleshoot under pressure.

03

Hidden checklist scoring

You don't see objectives during the sim. Afterward, the full checklist reveals what you nailed and what you missed — like a real performance review.

04

Earn XP & unlock missions

Star ratings, XP accumulation, and rank progression unlock the next chapter. Replay any mission to improve your score and climb the ranks.

Start free. Upgrade when you're hooked.

Chapter 1 of every track is completely free — no credit card required.

Recruit
Free
Try before you buy
  • ✓ Chapter 1 of all 3 tracks
  • ✓ Full study guide + simulation
  • ✓ Score tracking & XP
  • ✗ Chapters 2-8 locked
  • ✗ No completion certificate
Commander
$49/mo
All courses, unlimited
  • ✓ All 3 certification courses
  • ✓ All 32 missions unlocked
  • ✓ Priority new content
  • ✓ Certificates for all courses
  • ✓ Exam readiness score

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