Cybersecurity professionals play a crucial role in protecting organizations from digital threats. As technology advances, the demand for skilled experts continues to rise. This program provides a direct path to entering this dynamic and vital industry, equipping you with the tools to build a secure digital world.
Our Cybersecurity certificate program provides the critical skills needed to effectively safeguard computers and networks against a wide array of threats, from malware and viruses to complex protocol attacks. You’ll develop expertise in analyzing digital environments, enabling you to identify and address issues related to security vulnerabilities, network bandwidth, and the intricate layers of the OSI Model. This comprehensive training will significantly enhance your ability to protect and fortify digital systems.
Industry Certification Readiness
Our curriculum is built to prepare you for valuable third-party certifications, including ISC2 CC (Certified in Cybersecurity), CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Linux+, and more.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Learn practical, in-demand skills through courses covering information security, network defense, ethical hacking, and cloud security. Our program is designed with input from industry experts to ensure you learn what employers need.
Accelerated Online Format Option
Enjoy the flexibility of our 100% asynchronous online format, which allows you to complete your coursework independently and on your schedule, as they do not meet at set times. Our accelerated 6- or 7-week sessions run year-round, enabling you to focus on fewer courses at a time while finishing your program faster. All coursework is managed through Brightspace, with structured deadlines to keep you on track.
Learn from a Team of Experts
Our faculty members are more than just instructors; they are experienced industry professionals dedicated to your success. They bring real-world knowledge into the classroom, providing insights and mentorship to help you navigate your career path.
Program Objectives
- Be prepared to protect a computer or network environment from physical, internal, and cyber attacks.
- Be able to perform comprehensive security audits and penetration tests.
- Analyze and troubleshoot network issues related to security and more.
- Create and implement a comprehensive security policy.
- Be prepared to take the following third-party vendor certification exams: ISC2 CC, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Security+, CCST, CompTIA Linux+ and the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker Essentials Exam.
Recognized For Excellence
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College has earned a distinguished recognition from the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense. This designation places us among the nation’s foremost providers of cybersecurity education. As one of only three community colleges in Pennsylvania to receive this honor, our position as a leader in cybersecurity education is clear.
Program availability:
- Blair Center
- Richland Campus
- Online
(With fully online programs, some classes may also be offered at our physical locations. If available, students may register for the class modality they feel best suits their needs.)