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University of Central Florida Cyber Defense Professional Certificate

Making the Cyber World a Safer Place

The Cyber Defense
Professional Certificate

This robust certificate program introduces students to in-depth theory as well as hands-on training in cybersecurity and programming.
We’re dedicated to helping you get the job you want with training for some of the top cybersecurity certifications in the world:

  • LPI Linux Essentials

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

  • CompTIA Network+

  • Ec-Council C|ND – Certified Network Defender

  • CompTIA Security+

  • Ec-Council C|SA – Certified Soc Analyst

  • Ec-Council C|EH – Certified Ethical Hacker
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Cybersecurity Education at University of Central Florida

The Cybersecurity Professional Certificate program sets you up with the hands-on experience you need to outsmart the competition and step up your career. The instructors, some of the top experts in the field, bring their real-life experience to the classroom and provide you with personalized training.

Hands-On Learning

International Expertise

Global Certification Training

Career Services

THE FIVE-STEP PATHWAY TO CYBERSECURITY SUCCESS

The Five-Step Pathway to Cybersecurity Success was created and designed by experts in the industry informed by over 20 years of research in cyber education and knowledge transfer methods. The goal of the Pathway is to provide you with the skills you need to be extremely competitive in the cybersecurity industry.
STEP 01

Talk to Us

Education is a personal journey. Prospective students set up a personal consultation with a Cybersecurity Admissions Advisors to assess their aptitude in the field and help them decide if a career in cybersecurity could be a good fit for them.

STEP 02

One-on-One Meetings

Each prospective student meets with their assigned Senior Admissions Advisor to further discuss the program, career expectations, and future job opportunities. Meetings can be in person, virtual, or on the phone. The advisor will explain the five-step process, answer any questions, and set up a flexible advising session with a Senior Admissions Advisor to determine your aptitude and if the Cyber Defense Professional Certificate program is the right fit for you.

STEP 03

Introductory Course

The 30-hour Introduction to Cybersecurity Course provides you with the opportunity to explore the material and various cybersecurity fields to allow you to make a practical, confident, and informed decision before committing to the full course. At the end of the course, you will take an exam and meet with your instructor, who will guide you in the next step of your career.

STEP 04

The Cyber Defense Professional Certificate Program

Here’s what you can expect from the Cyber Defense Professional Certificate program: Your instructors will immediately start to teach you in a hands-on style, so you can start to practice the skills of the job right away. You will be completing projects that mimic the day-to-day tasks of a true professional, so you can have the experience that potential employers will be looking for when you apply for your first professional cybersecurity job.

STEP 05

Career Services

Our 10-hour Career Services course provides you with everything you need to know to advance in your cybersecurity career. This includes customized interview training, resume building, internship placement assistance, and professional networking — all with the goal of helping you get your foot in the door for your first professional cybersecurity role.*

*Career Services are consultation-based only and do not guarantee job placement.

Adam Kornfield Graduated 2016

“I was very impressed with TurnToTech’s flexibility in how I could learn … The biggest difference I’ve seen is their curriculum’s self-directed nature. I think TurnToTech does a great job of teaching you the fundamentals and then you can teach yourself.”

Your Commitment.
Our Promise.

It is without question that all students deserve the highest quality education while they enjoy what they learn. Our commitment to providing just that is why every one of our students gets the benefit of our unique guarantee.

It’s exceptionally important to us that there is a quality match between you and the program. In order to maintain the high-level integrity of our students, we use a revolutionary educational model, beginning with the admissions process.

All prospective UCF Cybersecurity Professional Certificate students take part in a specialized Introductory Course. The 30-hour Introduction to Cybersecurity course introduces students to the material with hands-on practical training in real-world Cyber Labs before committing to the full program. If, for any reason, you decide the extended program isn’t for you, you will receive a 50% refund on your Introductory Course tuition.*
*Terms & Conditions apply. For more information, please speak to one of our Cyber Admissions Advisors.

"Study what you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life. It’ll be one great adventure."

- David Gerrold.

Your Commitment.
Our Promise.

It is without question that all students deserve the highest quality education while they enjoy what they learn. Our commitment to providing just that is why every one of our students gets the benefit of our unique guarantee.

 

It’s exceptionally important to us that there is a quality match between you and the program. In order to maintain the high-level integrity of our students, we use a revolutionary educational model, beginning with the admissions process.

 

All prospective UCF Cyber Defense Professional Certificate students take part in a specialized Introductory Course. The 30-hour Introduction to Cybersecurity course introduces students to the material with hands-on practical training in real-world Cyber Labs before committing to the full program. If, for any reason, you decide the extended program isn’t for you, you will receive a 50% refund on your Introductory Course tuition.*

*Terms & Conditions apply. For more information, please speak to one of our Cyber Admissions Advisors.
“Study what you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life. It’ll be one great adventure.”
– David Gerrold.

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