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Turn Your Army CA & Air Force COOL Into a Cybersecurity Career

Learn to Fund Your Cyber Training with CA: Free Step-by-Step Webinar Hosted by Eric Reed.

May 6th at 1 PM EST on Zoom!

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to use your AF COOL or Credentialing Assistance (CA) for your cybersecurity education.
  • Credentialing Assistance (CA) provides up to $2,000 per year in funding—and no out-of-pocket costs required beyond that.
  • AF COOL  provides up to  $4,500 in lifetime funding
  • How to turn a fully funded training into high-earning potential
  • What employers are looking for—and how what certs makes you stand out
  • The real-world ROI for job seekers and career pivots
  • Tips from Eric’s proven training system with industry-best pass rates
  • Live Q&A with Eric to get your questions answered on the spot
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Service Members: Get free cybersecurity training with Eric Reed by utilizing your military education and credentialing funds.

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AF COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line)

If you’re an active-duty or reserve Airman or Guardian, you’re eligible for up to $4,500 in lifetime funding through the AF COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line) program.

That’s enough to fully cover certifications like:

 

One Certification is Powerful. A Cybersecurity Education is Transformational.

Our AF COOL-approved programs are designed to help you pass on your first attempt. We offer focused, instructor-led training that delivers results—and beyond that, we provide an education that connects everything together.

With Eric Reed Cybersecurity Training, you’ll not only walk away certified—you’ll walk away career-ready.

Credentialing Assistance (CA)

If you’re serving in the U.S. ArmyArmy Reserve, or National Guard, you have access to one of the Army’s most valuable benefits: Credentialing Assistance (CA). With up to $2,000 per year in funding—and no out-of-pocket costs required beyond that—you can train for certifications.

That’s enough to fully cover certifications like:

One Class. One Certification. One Incredible First Step.

Our certification classes are fast, focused, and proven—designed to help you pass on your first attempt, whether you’re new to IT or brushing up on advanced topics.

But don’t stop there.

When you train with Eric Reed Cybersecurity Training, you’ll have the option to go beyond just the exam. We offer a complete cybersecurity curriculum that connects the dots—giving you the skills and confidence to step into real-world roles.

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Why Airmen Train with Eric Reed
  • Live and On-Demand Training Options
  • Hands-On Labs and Real-World Tools
  • Career Mentorship, Resume Reviews, Interview Prep
  • 100% AF COOL Coverage—No Out-of-Pocket Cost Required
  • 60,000+ Students Trained • 25+ Years of Experience
  • Consistent 100% First-Attempt Pass Rates
What AF COOL Covers
  • Exam fees
  • Books and study materials (up to $500 per cert)
  • Application and registration fees
  • One credential related to your AFSC, one leadership cert, and even one cert outside your job field

No out-of-pocket expense required beyond your $4,500 AF COOL benefit.
No GI Bill usage. No service obligation. Just opportunity.

Why Soldiers Train with Eric Reed
  • Live and On-Demand Courses
  • Labs, Simulations & Real Tools
  • Career Mentorship, Resume Help, and Interview Prep
  • 100% Credentialing Assistance Coverage
  • 60,000+ Students Trained • 25+ Years of Experience
  • Consistent 100% First-Attempt Pass Rates

Whether you want to enhance your current MOS, pivot into cyber, or prepare for civilian life—this is how you do it right.

Army CA Covers It All

Your Credentialing Assistance benefit covers:

  • Course tuition
  • Exam vouchers
  • Authorized books and study materials
  • Lab access (if required)

No additional cost to you beyond the CA funding.
No service obligation. No GI Bill usage. Just opportunity.

Start with a Certification. Build a Career.

Visit ericreedlive.com
Ask us how to use your ArmyIgnitED benefits to enroll

We’ll walk you through every step—from choosing the right certification to getting approved and scheduled.

Start with a class. Leave with a career path.
The future’s wide open—and your funding is waiting.

What Can a Cyber Career Do for You?

The demand for certified cyber professionals is booming—and the return on investment is real.

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CompTIA Security+ - $65,000 – $99,000

Entry to mid-tier roles. Avg base ~$82,439; total comp ~$99,446

CEH - $85,000 – $135,000

By experience: $93K (0–1 yrs), $113K (1–3 yrs), up to $142K (7–9 yrs)

CISSP - $115,000 – $175,000+

Avg base ~$143,708; with bonuses ~$175,583. CISO roles reach $232,500+