Certificate of Competency in Cyber Security
Program Overview
The Cyber Security Certificate Degree Program equips students with the skills to identify and mitigate security threats to networks and data. Through ethical hacking techniques and industry-recognized certifications, students prepare for careers in networking and cyber security. The program also allows for transfer of college credits and industry certifications, ensuring a flexible and accessible learning experience.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- The Cyber Security Certificate Degree Program prepares students to identify security threats to networked computers, devices, and their data.
- Students will learn how to examine network intrusions in order to implement proper defense techniques.
- Ethical hacking techniques and programs will be used by students to help them identify potential weaknesses in network, network devices, and data.
- Students completing this certificate program will be qualified for employment in positions related to networking and cyber security specialists.
- This program also helps prepare students for the following Information Technology certification exams; CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, and the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Students can transfer in correlating college credits for any of the program courses in this certificate degree program.
- Additionally, students can also gain college credits for any correlating industry certifications listed above that they currently hold, but in either case students must complete at least half of the credits in the program in order to complete and obtain this certificate.
Outline:
First Semester
- CS 100 Introduction to Information Technology (3 hours)
- CS 127 Introduction to PC Support (3 hours)
- CS 128 PC Repair and Maintenance (3 hours)
- NET 110 Network Communications (3 hours)
Second Semester
- CS 101 Introduction to Computer Science (3 hours)
- NET 125 Ethical Hacking (4 hours)
- NET 142 Cyber and Network Security Concepts (4 hours)
Careers:
- Students who complete this certificate will be qualified for employment in positions related to networking and cyber security specialists.
- This program also helps prepare students for the following Information Technology certification exams; CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, and the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
Overview:
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is a public two-year institution serving Delaware and Chester counties in southeastern Pennsylvania. It provides a wide range of academic and non-credit programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its students.
Services Offered:
DCCC offers a comprehensive array of services to support student success, including:
Admissions & Financial Aid:
Application assistance, financial aid options, scholarships, payment plans, and international student support.Academics:
Associate degrees, career degrees, transfer degrees, certificates, bachelor's degrees, digital learning, dual enrollment, cooperative education, and internships.Student Services:
Academic advising, career counseling, disability services, first-generation student support, tutoring, learning commons, testing center, student employment services, and student records.Campus Life & Athletics:
Athletics, student clubs and organizations, student government, health and wellness programs, fitness center, and arts programs.Continuing Education:
Online classes, personal and professional development programs, GED testing, community education courses, training and certification programs, and corporate college services.Student Life and Campus Experience:
DCCC provides a supportive and engaging campus environment with opportunities for students to connect with peers, faculty, and staff. Students can participate in a variety of clubs, organizations, and activities, including athletics, student government, and arts programs. The college also offers a range of health and wellness services to support student well-being.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Affordable Education:
DCCC offers a high-quality education at an affordable price.Flexible Learning Options:
Students can choose from a variety of learning formats, including traditional classroom instruction, online courses, and hybrid programs.Career-Focused Programs:
DCCC offers a wide range of career-focused programs that prepare students for in-demand jobs.Transfer Opportunities:
DCCC has transfer agreements with four-year colleges and universities, making it easy for students to continue their education.Supportive Campus Community:
DCCC provides a supportive and welcoming campus community that helps students succeed.Academic Programs:
DCCC offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines, including:
Allied Health & Nursing:
Nursing, medical assisting, dental hygiene, and more.Business, Computing & Social Science:
Business administration, accounting, computer science, criminal justice, and more.Communication, Arts & Humanities:
English, communications, art, music, and more.Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM):
Biology, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, and more.Workforce & Economic Development:
Skilled trades, manufacturing, and other industry-specific programs.Other:
DCCC has multiple locations throughout Delaware and Chester counties, offering students convenient access to its programs and services. The college also has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.
