Computer Security Specialist Technical Certificate (CS11)

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Computer Security Specialist certificate program are prepared to be responsible for protecting the computer networks of a company or government agency. Someone in an entry-level position may operate software to monitor and analyze information, while a more senior-level position could require investigative work to determine whether a security breach has occurred.

Admissions Criteria

• Submit a completed application and application fee;
• Be at least 17 years of age;
• Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
• Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
• Meet the following assessment requirements:

Computer Security Specialist Curriculum

The curriculum for the Computer Security Specialist 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 465 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.

Program Courses

General Education Core (19 Credits)

Area I – Language Arts/Communication (3 Credits)

Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences

Select one (3 Credits)

Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (3 Credits)

Select one Traditional Lab Science cluster (4 Credits)

Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (3 Credits)

Select one

Occupational Courses (7 Credits)

Program Costs

Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $2,600

Fees ($385 per semester): $770

Books/Supplies: $1,000

(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)