EDUCATION COMMUNITY

Futureskilling

Futureskilling involves taking on a forward-thinking mindset, skillset, and toolset to thrive in work and beyond. For Autodesk, investing in students and educators stems from understanding the deeply impactful role academia plays in the global future. Expanding access to a broad portfolio of design technology, programs, and communities empowers learners to problem-solve pressing design and engineering challenges. Going beyond simple upskilling or reskilling, futureskilling prepares designers, makers, and doers for tomorrow’s world.

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Reimagining learning

We believe in lifelong learning that’s personalized, portable, and pragmatic. We find motivation in customers who take on today’s most complex challenges and deliver design solutions that alter the very fabric of our planet. We aren't just helping our customers peer into the future. We are helping them create it. Imagine the new possible with Autodesk.

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Our impact in action

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    Pasadena City College

    Advisory board guides curriculum

    Pasadena City College relies on its industry advisory board to help them become Industry 4.0 ready.

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    Davis Technical College

    Blind students learn machining

    Davis Technical College is making a career in manufacturing accessible for all, including the visually impaired, with their CNC Enhanced program.

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    Ivy Tech

    Supporting lifelong learners

    Ivy Tech partners with Autodesk to provide opportunities for students to move beyond the basics and learn advanced skills like generative design.

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Futureskill with Autodesk

Offering access to professional-level software is just one of the many ways we at Autodesk express our commitment to students and educators. Join our community and find resources and dedicated support to aid in learning.

  • Educational access with network and cloud-based options enables you to learn anytime and anywhere with a team, as part of a class, or on your own.

  • Find support for account configuration, installation, and more by chatting with a virtual agent or describing your question for individual web case support.

  • Join us to learn about the latest industry trends, connect with other members, showcase your work, and more! Learn from & give back to the community.

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Prepare for emerging roles and future careers with Autodesk’s industry-validated certifications. Discover the certifications that are right for you and your students.

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    Eligible students and educators get access to Autodesk products and services with an easy annual renewal.

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