Program Description
The Cybersecurity Certificate of Proficiency is designed to prepare individuals for career advancement or entry-level employment in the field Information Technology security specialist. This program provides the basic concepts, knowledge and skills, techniques, and language of the different ways in which a cyber-attack can affect physical security in a broad range of sectors, that prepare for employment in Information Systems & Network Security. Credits earned in this program apply to the Cybersecurity Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S) degree. Holders of this certificate may pursue entry-level employment.
General Requirements
- This certificate requires successful completion of 19 credit hours.
- A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.
- Satisfaction of all financial obligations due to the college is required for graduation.
Residency Requirement
The student is required to complete a minimum of 15 semester hours in residence at SAU Tech for associate degrees and technical certificates and half of the credit hours required for certificates of proficiency as well as complete all other graduation requirements. Students who wish to pursue additional degrees must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours of difference between the degrees.
Degree Plan
Program Requirements
Choose four (4) hours from the courses below:
Total Credit Hours: 19