Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Course Objective: The IT Security program focuses on the foundational principles of securing computer networks and managing risk. Important topics covered are manage networks, ethical hacking defense, troubleshooting Linux OS, administering Microsoft, and mitigating security risks.
Description: The program is 600 clock hours.
Competencies to be achieved: To be prepared to test for the certification exams and/or be employment ready. It is encouraged that students test as they are ready versus waiting until completion of the program.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$4,850 + 232 to 2,000 this depends on how many and which certifications they choose/want to take
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): None
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): None
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Lizeth Fils-Aime
Email: Lizeth.Fils-Aime@west-mec.org
Phone number: 623-738-0034
Direct Website link to the program: https://west-mec.edu/it-security-adult-ed/
Additional information:
- Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Must be able to pass a background check.
- Other requirements needed:
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): provided on website
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
- Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: MAG – Maricopa Association of Governments
- Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Information Technology
- Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, education provided can be applied anywhere
- Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Council on Occupational Education, Council.org
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 67%
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
54
Hours
600
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Western Maricopa Education Center
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
500 North Verrrado Way, Buckeye
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
CompTIA A+, Linux +, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
GI Bill®
Federal Student Aid: Pell Grant & Direct Loans
Refund Policy
If Student withdraws or is terminated from the program during any of the following specified scheduled hours, the student will be obligated to the school for the entire cost of any books, lab fees, supplies purchased by the student from the school for use, and the following corresponding percentage of the tuition: Scheduled hours: 1-9% = no charge; 10-19% = 10%; 20-29% = 20%; 30-39%= 30%; 40%+ = 100%
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - COE
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Testing/Exam Fees
$1,000.00 Testing fees vary and are offered at Testing Centers such as Pearson Vue. West-MEC is a Pearson Vue Testing Site.
In-State Tuition
$4,350.00
Other Fees
$500.00 Lab Fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$4,350.00 No additional charge for out-of-state/district
Total In-State Program Cost
$5,850.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$5,850.00
