Information Security Certificate

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 10
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/10/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 6/17/2026

Program Description

With the increase of computer and network attacks, information security has become a very serious concern. Organizations need information security professional to protect digital assets. The Information Security Certificate is offered to students who wish to obtain theoretical and practical knowledge in information security. The Center for Law Enforcement and Technology Collaboration, which incorporates the programs of Computer Science, Criminal Justice, and Management Information Systems at GSU, is also involved in offering this certificate.

Established in 2002

CIP: 11-0501 Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Program Contact Info

1 University Parkway
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 235-3983

Associated Job Families and Occupations

  • Computer and Mathematical Occupations
    • (151211 )

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

Governors State University

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Illinois State Board of Education

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

48 Weeks ( 400.00 Hours / 24.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$7,100.00
Books$1,000.00
Fees$1,300.00
Total Cost$9,400.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Illinois Monetary Award Program
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
  • Institutional Scholarships
  • Financial Aid is Available via FAFSA

Application Procedure

Please see the following link for application procedures: http://www.govst.edu/apply/t_apply.aspx?id=38558

Entry Requirements:

  • HS Diploma/GED

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes
  • Open Entry/Exit

Performance Data

Program: Information Security Certificate

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 10
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/10/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 6/17/2026

Program Description

With the increase of computer and network attacks, information security has become a very serious concern. Organizations need information security professional to protect digital assets. The Information Security Certificate is offered to students who wish to obtain theoretical and practical knowledge in information security. The Center for Law Enforcement and Technology Collaboration, which incorporates the programs of Computer Science, Criminal Justice, and Management Information Systems at GSU, is also involved in offering this certificate.

Established in 2002

CIP: 11-0501 Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst.

Provider Information

Program Contact Info

1 University Parkway
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 235-3983

Associated Job Families and Occupations

  • Computer and Mathematical Occupations
    • (151211 )

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

Governors State University

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Illinois State Board of Education

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification

48 Weeks ( 400.00 Hours / 24.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$7,100.00
Books$1,000.00
Fees$1,300.00
Total Cost$9,400.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Illinois Monetary Award Program
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
  • Institutional Scholarships
  • Financial Aid is Available via FAFSA

Application Procedure

Please see the following link for application procedures: http://www.govst.edu/apply/t_apply.aspx?id=38558

Entry Requirements:

  • HS Diploma/GED

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes
  • Open Entry/Exit