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CYBERSECURITY

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PROGRAM SUMMARY
The Cybersecurity program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in cybersecurity and network administration. Students learn to install, support, secure, and troubleshoot network devices such as routers, switches, and servers. In addition, students learn how to configure virtual private networks, firewalls, and intrusion prevention systems. This program helps prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security certifications and provides a strong knowledge base to pursue advanced cybersecurity certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
 
CAREER SNAPSHOT
  • IT Technician
  • Systems Integration Engineer
  • IT Security Specialist
  • Security Consultant
 
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
•Yavapai College’s Cybersecurity Specialist Certificate
 
CREDITS

• Yavapai College credits are earned after completing the semester with a passing grade (C or better).

• HS credits will be awarded at the end of each semester

• Up to 3.5 High School credits, and up to 14 YC credits may be earned upon successful completion of the one year program. If students complete the optional second year they will earn an additional 3.25 High School Credits and 13 YC Credits. 

 

 

CYBERSECURITY PROGRAM PROGRESSION PLAN
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Program Information
 
Location: Yavapai College's Prescott Campus
 
Class Schedule: 1 Year program with optional 2nd year / Semester classes
 
Monday - Thursday Classes from 1:15pm-3:45pm
 
Grade Level Requirement: Sophomore - Senior
 
Pre Req Info: None