VLA Academy

VLA (Virtual Learning of America) is a Latin American online education company founded in December 2007 by Josué Rodríguez and Verónica Vásquez, with a mission to democratize access to world-class professional training. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with operations across Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, and Colombia, VLA has trained over 25,000 graduates in the skills that matter most in today's digital economy. We specialize in industry-recognized certifications and professional development programs across four core schools: Technology — Cisco CCNA, AWS, Azure, Linux, Python, Cybersecurity (CompTIA Security+), and Web Development Management — Project Management Professional (PMP), Scrum Master, Power BI, Excel, and Lean Six Sigma Marketing — Digital Marketing, Paid Media, UGC Content Creation, and Generative AI Languages — English for professionals (A1 through B2 levels) Our hybrid learning model combines live instructor-led sessions, hands-on labs, simulator access, and personalized mentorship — designed specifically for working adults who need flexibility without compromising quality. Beyond training, we operate VLA Jobs, a skills-based talent marketplace that connects our certified graduates with companies looking to hire verified professionals. Our philosophy is simple: hire for skills, not prejudice. VLA is currently expanding into the U.S. market through strategic partnerships with organizations like the Urban League of Broward County, delivering workforce development programs that create real career pathways for underserved communities. Join a company where education meets impact.