Air Force COOL Training with TechSkills

At TechSkills, we help Airmen and Guardians maximize the full value of the Air Force Credentialing Opportunities Online (AF COOL) program, along with Tuition Assistance (TA), to turn military experience into Air Force–approved, nationally recognized civilian certifications. As an approved provider of vendor-certified training, we guide Active Duty, Reserve, Guard members, and Veterans through the AF COOL funding process and deliver industry-aligned courses that support professional development during service and beyond.

Whether you’re leveraging AF COOL to earn a credential aligned with your AFSC, TA for continued education, or both, TechSkills ensures your benefits are used efficiently to build in-demand, mission-relevant skills that translate directly to the civilian workforce.

Why the Air Force COOL Program Matters

Advancing your skills shouldn’t interfere with operational tempo. TechSkills offers live, instructor-led certification training during evenings and weekends, enabling Airmen and Guardians to meet AF COOL requirements without impacting mission execution. The AF COOL program empowers Airmen and Guardians to pursue industry-recognized certifications and licenses that:

  • Validate technical expertise with civilian employers

  • Strengthen AFSC-aligned skillsets

  • Increase competitiveness for promotion and career advancement

  • Support a smooth transition to civilian careers after service

Whether you’re enhancing your capabilities for continued service or preparing for life after separation, AF COOL funding helps reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket training costs, making professional growth more accessible.

Service Branch

Funding Program

Funding Limit

Renewal Terms

Air Force

Air Force COOL

$4,500

Lifetime Budget

Air Force COOL-Aligned Certifications We Support

Vendor-certified courseware available to service members that aligns with Air Force COOL Funding limits

Each individual course listed below is priced at $1995 and can be fully covered by the USAF COOL Program. If you are interested in bundling courses or need to utilize a partial amount of your funding for any of the options below, please contact us

CompTIA

Security+

Cisco

CCNA Networking Essentials

Cisco

Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)

EC-Council

Certified Network Defender (CND)

Microsoft

AZ-104T00: Microsoft Azure Administrator

Microsoft

AZ-500T00: Secure cloud resources with Microsoft security technologies

Multi-Vendor

Bundling Options Available

TechSkills + COOL Funding = Career Acceleration

TechSkills is an official training provider for credentialing programs approved under DoW COOL and Credentialing Assistance funding. That means when you choose us, you’re partnering with a trusted leader offering:

  • Vendor-Certified Courses from industry leaders including Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, and more
  • Training that directly aligns with credentials listed on COOL funding lists
  • Comprehensive prep for certification exams that boost real-world job readiness

Why Air Force Service Members Choose TechSkills

Most training providers run classes during the workday. That doesn’t work if you’re on shift, in training, or supporting operations. TechSkills was built specifically for service members who need certifications but don’t have flexibility during duty hours. At TechSkills you get:

  • Our Robust Guaranteed to Run (GTR) Schedule
  • Hybrid & Remote Classroom Delivery
  • On-Demand & Asynchronous Learning
  • Live Virtual Classes Outside of the Duty Day: Including Night Courses & Weekend Offerings
  • Training Aligned to DoW COOL and Credentialing Assistance Policies
  • Pricing Designed to Fit Branch Funding Limits
  • No Long Programs, No Unnecessary Add-Ons

And because we are an official COOL training partner, you can confidently use your Credentialing Assistance (CA) benefits to cover the cost of your certification courses and exams - up to your allotted funding limits.

Air Force Member with COOL Program