Cybersecurity Certificate (IS81)
The Cybersecurity certificate is designed to give students the knowledge they need to understand and maintain computer information systems security.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates with a cybersecurity certificate can enhance their education and skill-set with training in how to implement security measures to protect computer data, networks, and systems.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Cybersecurity Certificate Curriculum
The curriculum for the Cybersecurity certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 26 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 555 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (26 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $2,600
Fees ($385 per semester): $770
Books/Supplies: $750
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)