The Careers Preparation National Center is pleased to announce funding for six National Centers of Academic Excellence Cooperative Learning Certificates. These funded certificates are available to students from NCAE-designated schools who wish to participate in the eight-month NCAE Co-Op Cybersecurity Program, running from January to August 2025.

Program Highlights:

  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Certificate (University of Washington): Students will earn a certificate covering key topics such as risk management, threat mitigation, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and security policies. (pce.uw.edu)
  • Customized Learning Pathways: Utilizing AI-powered CyberGEN.IQ, students will specialize in network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, or basic cybersecurity based on their individual strengths and career goals.
  • Collaborative Learning Environment: Students will join the Cyber 12 peer group, a simulated cybersecurity consulting company, working with mentors, peers, and industry professionals through competitive internships and hands-on projects.
  • Virtual Reality Learning: Immersive VR scenarios provide realistic cybersecurity experiences to develop high-stakes problem-solving skills.
  • Real-World Experience: Exposure to high-demand areas in cybersecurity, developing skills for today’s digital landscape.
  • Certificates from Norwich University, EC-Council, and ISC2: Receive a certificate of completion from the Careers Preparation National Center at Norwich University, no-charge certification from EC-Council, and an ISC2 CMC certificate.

How to Apply

  • Applications are now open! Apply via the scholarship portal by January 8, 2025

Eligibility Requirements

  • College student (ages 18–25) with an interest in cybersecurity
  • Commitment to learning and developing a cybersecurity career
  • Ability to commit to a year-long immersive program

More Information

For more details, call 425-830-4424 or email rhinrich@norwich.edu.