SkillUP x IBM Cohort Registration

SkillUP x IBM Cohort Registration

IBM SkillsBuild in partnership with SkillUp Online, a training delivery vendor of IBM SkillsBuild, deliver IBM course content in a blend of asynchonous and synchronous packed into training cohorts. Learners benefit from the flexibility of online self-paced learning with the hands on support from instructors, peers, and mentors.
Program Highlights:
- Weekly live, instructor-led sessions, each approximately 2 hours long, with recordings available on IBM SkillsBuild.
- Access to mentorship, peer support, and instructor assistance through the exclusive IBM SkillsBuild Community SkillUp cohort forum.
- Weekly progress reports to track your development.
- A capstone project and hands-on lab activities to practice and apply your skills.
- A Credly-verified digital credential in IBM Fundamentals & Advanced level content upon completion.
** New Offering: 1-week Kickstart programs offering 2 live webinars and self-paced learning plans**

Fill out this form and complete all steps in order to register for this guided learning experience!
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Email Address*
example@example.com
Which cohort are you registering for?*

Kickstart Your Data & AI Journeys!
Have you participated in the 2025-2026 Career Jumpstart Cybersecurity program at YES?*

YesNo
Do you intend on participating in the Career Jumpstart Cybersecurity program at YES in the future?*

YesNo
Do you have an IBM SkillsBuild account?*

YesNo
Is your IBM SkillsBuild account connected to YES? Check the instructions below to find out how to access this information.*

YesNo
Check your account affiliation by following these steps:

If you are unsure if your IBM SkillsBuild account is YES-registered, follow the steps below once you have signed into your IBM SkillsBuild account.
1. Locate your initials on the top right hand corner.
2. Click "Profile."
3. You should see "Youth Employment Services (YES)" under your name on the left-hand side.
PLEASE READ & FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

If you do not have a YES-registered account, follow the instructions below to create one.

How to Register for IBM SkillsBuild
1️⃣ Click here to register with your email.
2️⃣ Check your inbox (and spam folder) for an email from "SkillsBuild Authentication" – click "Verify" to confirm.
3️⃣ After verification, sign in here.
4️⃣ A security step! Keep the sign-in window open, check your email for a one-time passcode, and enter it within 15 minutes.
5️⃣ Click "Continue", and boom—you’re in! 🎉

Further registration guidance is available here.
Please check this box once you have completed your registration.*

I have completed my registration.
If your have an IBM SkillsBuild account that is not linked to YES, you have 2 options:
1. You can create a new account with YES using this link: https://sb-auth.skillsbuild.org/signup?ngo-id=0128
2. YES can put in a request with IBM to update your account to be linked to YES. To do so, please check the "Yes" option in the question below -- no further action is required on your end.
YES Benefits include:
- Licenses to premium IBM content on Coursera and Udemy content
- Access to SkillUp training cohorts
- Updates on live webinar sessions hosted by IBM experts
- Staff support on course selections, special events, and more
If you already have an IBM SkillsBuild account linked to another organization using the email provided to YES for yourr IBM SkillsBuild account registration, YES is asking for your permission to update your account affiliation. This change would connect your account to YES instead of your previous organization. This change will not impact your learning progress on your account, you will simply gain access YES-specific features and services. Do you authorize YES to update your account affiliation?*

YesNo
Secondary Email Address (optional)
example@example.com
How did you hear about this SkillUp cohort opportunity?*

YES Career Counsellor / Job DeveloperLinkedInNonprofit Organization ReferralYESNet ProgramSocial MediaOther
Which organization referred you?*
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