A.A.S. Cybersecurity

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 10/7/2026

Program Description

positions in this emerging field including cybersecurity and information assurance, information security analysts, penetration testers, and digital forensics analysts. The courses are aligned with CompTIA (ITF+, Net+, Linux+, Sec+, Cloud+, PenTest+), Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer, Red Hat RHCSA, ISC2 Systems Security Certified, Practitioner (SSCP), Microsoft Windows Server Administrator, ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner/Cisco CyberOps CCST, ISC2 CGRC, Certified Ethical Hacker, and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) certifications.

Established in 2024

CIP: 11-9999 Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Program Contact Info

1200 W. Algonquin Road
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 758-2372

Associated Job Families and Occupations

  • Computer and Mathematical Occupations
    • (151211 )
    • (151212 )
    • (151231 )

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

CompTIA

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Industry Standard: ICCB

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification, Community College Certificate of Completion

56 Weeks ( 800.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$7,724.00
Books$3,155.00
Fees$3,933.00
Tests$4,155.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$300.00
Total Cost$19,267.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Illinois Monetary Award Program
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
  • Institutional Scholarships

Application Procedure

WIOA students need to contact the Harper College Workforce Coordinator at (847) 925-6782 or WIOA@harpercollege.edu. A separate book voucher is required for Follett Bookstore #1341 on campus. Books can be ship if requested for a small fee. Each semester, all Cook County WIOA sending agency case managers must supply the Harper College Workforce Coordinator with a Semester Training Schedule Approval Form that lists the courses the client will be taking that semester, and this must match the client's Harper Educational Plan. Total Tuition and Fees cap for this program is $8000.00

Entry Requirements:

  • Math - Placement into MTH 101 or above
  • Reading - Placement into ENG101 or ENG 096 with a grade of P or other options
  • Language - Instruction is in English
  • Writing - Placement into ENG 101, or ENG 096 with a grade of P or other placement options
  • Other - All credit-seeking WIOA clients must have initial & ongoing academic advising

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Internships
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Weekend Classes
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes
  • Other(Specify)

Performance Data

Program: A.A.S. Cybersecurity

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 10/7/2026

Program Description

positions in this emerging field including cybersecurity and information assurance, information security analysts, penetration testers, and digital forensics analysts. The courses are aligned with CompTIA (ITF+, Net+, Linux+, Sec+, Cloud+, PenTest+), Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer, Red Hat RHCSA, ISC2 Systems Security Certified, Practitioner (SSCP), Microsoft Windows Server Administrator, ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner/Cisco CyberOps CCST, ISC2 CGRC, Certified Ethical Hacker, and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) certifications.

Established in 2024

CIP: 11-9999 Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other.

Provider Information

Program Contact Info

1200 W. Algonquin Road
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 758-2372

Associated Job Families and Occupations

  • Computer and Mathematical Occupations
    • (151211 )
    • (151212 )
    • (151231 )

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

CompTIA

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Industry Standard: ICCB

Education Information

Industry Recognized Certification, Community College Certificate of Completion

56 Weeks ( 800.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$7,724.00
Books$3,155.00
Fees$3,933.00
Tests$4,155.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$300.00
Total Cost$19,267.00

Financial Aid

  • Pell Grants
  • Illinois Monetary Award Program
  • Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
  • Institutional Scholarships

Application Procedure

WIOA students need to contact the Harper College Workforce Coordinator at (847) 925-6782 or WIOA@harpercollege.edu. A separate book voucher is required for Follett Bookstore #1341 on campus. Books can be ship if requested for a small fee. Each semester, all Cook County WIOA sending agency case managers must supply the Harper College Workforce Coordinator with a Semester Training Schedule Approval Form that lists the courses the client will be taking that semester, and this must match the client's Harper Educational Plan. Total Tuition and Fees cap for this program is $8000.00

Entry Requirements:

  • Math - Placement into MTH 101 or above
  • Reading - Placement into ENG101 or ENG 096 with a grade of P or other options
  • Language - Instruction is in English
  • Writing - Placement into ENG 101, or ENG 096 with a grade of P or other placement options
  • Other - All credit-seeking WIOA clients must have initial & ongoing academic advising

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Internships
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Labs
  • Weekend Classes
  • Night Classes
  • Day Classes
  • Other(Specify)