Certificate Program

Certificate of Cybersecurity Accelerator (CCA)

This robust training program provides students with a foundational understanding of the most important concepts and skills to prepare for a career in cybersecurity. In addition to learning through high quality instruction, students will also perform real-world labs and attack scenarios all throughout the program. The program begins with the NGT Cyber Security Associate course where students will prove their basic knowledge and skills to obtain their NCSA certification. After achieving NCSA, students will work toward their CompTIA Security+ and EC-Council specialization certifications. Dive into the worlds of ethical hacking, forensics, and attack & defense, and learn the crucial skills needed to work in cybersecurity at enterprise organizations.

Admissions Requirements

Overview
Requirements

Program Learning Objectives (PLO)

Primary objectives of this program include equipping students with the knowledge and ability to:

  1. Demonstrate basic written communication skills. (SLO1)
  2. Deliver basic oral presentations. (SLO2)
  3. Apply foundational critical thinking to analyze cybersecurity issues. (SLO3)
  4. Recognize basic Christian ethical implications in cybersecurity practices. (SLO4)
  5. Locate and identify basic information relevant to cybersecurity. (SLO5)

Mode of Instruction

Instruction can be completed through classroom-hybrid and/or online instructional methodologies.

Completion Time

 

ProgramFull Time Standard (Yrs)
Certificate of Cybersecurity Accelerator0.5 Yrs (6 months)

Curriculum

Certificate of Cybersecurity AcceleratorSem. Hrs.Clock Hrs.
NGT 100 Full Stack Network Associate6180
NGT 110 Cybersecurity Associate5150
NGT 111 CompTIA Security +130
NGT 112 Network Defense Essentials260
NGT 113 Ethical Hacking Essentials260
NGT 114 Digital Forensics Essentials260
Total CCA18540

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Graduation Requirements

  1. Complete 308 hours of prescribed curriculum.
  2. Complete all required coursework with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  3. Apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements.

Quality and Cost Effective

Certificate

Level

Online

Instruction Methods

6 Months

Program Length

Student Testimonials

  • Though I’m still waiting for employment (OPT), IAU has equipped me with valuable knowledge, especially from courses like HRM and Strategic Planning. Professors like Maxine, Michael, and Ira made learning engaging and inspiring. The international environment boosted my confidence and cultural adaptability, preparing me well for the global workplace.

     

    Melanie Severino
    MBA 2025 Student