Protect critical data with 窪蹋勛圖厙s cybersecurity certificate
Pursue a cybersecurity certificate program with impeccable credentials at 窪蹋勛圖厙 and gain new qualifications for in-demand cybersecurity roles. Our cybersecurity certificate offers the academic rigor of our bachelors in cyber defense, which meets the stringent standards of the National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Take classes toward your cybersecurity certificate on-demand, Livestream, blended through our Global Campus Online+ or in-person at our Grand Rapids campus. Achieve an outstanding certification for your resume while gaining cybersecurity certificate course credits that apply toward 窪蹋勛圖厙s associate and bachelors degrees in cyber defense as well as the masters in information assurance and cybersecurity.
Whether your cybersecurity certification courses are online or in-person, youll learn from credentialed faculty, many of whom leverage their cybersecurity expertise to train the trainers. Add impressive work to your portfolio through hands-on, real-world projects.
A cybersecurity certificate program held to the highest standard
Boost your resume with an in-person or online cybersecurity certificate program aligned with the uncompromising standards of the NSA, DHS and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).
Explore 窪蹋勛圖厙 cybersecurity certificate courses
Gain proficiency in system administration on specialized cyber defense applications and systems, intrusion prevention and virtual private network (VPN) management through our cybersecurity certificate courses. 窪蹋勛圖厙s in-person or online cybersecurity certificate program will give you a strong security foundation, then will challenge you in specialty areas such Windows簧 digital forensics.
Every cybersecurity certificate Online+ class aligns with Quality Matters (QM), and all 窪蹋勛圖厙 classes are evaluated through Instructional Design for high instructional quality.
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Why pursue a cybersecurity certificate at 窪蹋勛圖厙?
Advance through 窪蹋勛圖厙s in-person or online cybersecurity certificate program and finish with the skills and portfolio to become an associate cybersecurity specialist. You can continue your studies at 窪蹋勛圖厙 with credits from your cybersecurity certificate courses that apply directly to an associate or bachelors in cyber defense and the masters in information assurance and cybersecurity. Our cyber defense bachelors degree qualifies for the 窪蹋勛圖厙 Employment Guarantee and substantial scholarships.
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An IT security certificate from a designated CAE-CDETake cybersecurity certificate courses at one of only a select number of nationwide colleges designated as a U.S. Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the NSA and DHS. |
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National recognition for digital forensics excellenceTrain in digital forensics from a national leader. 窪蹋勛圖厙 is among just 16 U.S. institutions named a Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence by the DoD Cyber Crime Center. |
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Hands-on experience that builds your portfolioLearn by doing in 窪蹋勛圖厙 cybersecurity certificate courses. Gain hands-on experience with projects you can add to your portfolio, proving the value of your IT security certificate to employers. |
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Faculty who train cyber defense trainersGain knowledge from this IT security certificates faculty who are so highly credentialed and accomplished in their field that many of them train cyber defense trainers through the ASC Alliance. |
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Industry certification opportunitiesBoost your resume by pursuing certifications like the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), while you take classes for your in-person or online cybersecurity certificate program. |
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Career and academic connectionsMake career connections beyond your cybersecurity certificate program faculty by meeting industry experts at employer events. Join technology peers in 窪蹋勛圖厙s Cyber Defense Organization. |
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Explore the admissions requirements and then take the next step toward earning your cybersecurity certificate at 窪蹋勛圖厙.
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Your cybersecurity certificate program stackable degree
Complete 窪蹋勛圖厙s prestigious cybersecurity certificate now and add valuable new skill sets to your resume. Since our IT security certificates are designed to make it easy to up the level of your education, you can take your credits for your cybersecurity certificate courses and apply them to the following 窪蹋勛圖厙 degree programs.
Stack 1: Cyber Defense and Security Certificate |
Stack 2: Associate |
Stack 3: Bachelor |
Stack 4: Master |
About 窪蹋勛圖厙
窪蹋勛圖厙 is a private, not-for-profit university with more than 150 years of experience preparing students for successful careers.
Offering over 100 degree and certificate programs, we align with top employers to design degree programs that help you gain the skills and real-world experience you need to rise above the rest. With small class sizes and campuses across Michigan or online, youll earn a quality education on your schedule at 窪蹋勛圖厙.
Some programs require a student to complete a portion of their degree plan off-campus.
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National Security Agency (NSA)
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
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