
Overview
IT Security Specialist (Cyber-Security) at Moraine Valley Community College is based on information security concepts, principles, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures that guide today’s IT security professionals. Moraine Valley's program prepares graduates to become employed as IT security specialists, firewall and VPN specialists, and data assurance specialists. Additionally, the program concentrates on industry-specific requirements in the health care and financial areas, as well as other institutions that currently use electronic commerce.
Job Outlook
Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 28 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for information security analysts is expected to be very high, as these analysts will be needed to create innovative solutions to prevent hackers from stealing critical information or causing problems for computer networks.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Orientation to IT Professions
- Security Awareness
- IT Essentials
- Managing IT
- Network Essentials
- Network Services
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Computer Sciences IT Security Cyber Security View 265 other Bachelors in Cyber Security in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A graduate from an accredited high school
- A recipient of a GED certificate or other High School Equivalency certificate
- At least 18 years old and capable of benefiting from college-level instruction. High school students must be at least 16 years old at the time of registration and submit a completed high school authorization form
- Planning to enroll in English as a second language, GED or Adult Basic Education classes
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International
11655 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 370 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
11655 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 370 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
4126 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 131 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Palos Hills
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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