# Cybersecurity

**Institution:** ECPI University

**College:** Technology

**Sub-Program:** Information Technology

**Degree:** Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations with a track in Security Operations (SOC)

**Canonical URL:** https://www.ecpi.edu/programs/cyber-security-bachelor-degree

**Last Updated:** 2026-10-01T16:34:06+00:00

## Cybersecurity Degree Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations offers a focused degree track in Security Operations (SOC). This program covers key areas such as operating systems, networking, and security protocols, providing the foundational knowledge needed to address cybersecurity challenges.

As cyber threats and data breaches continue to rise, securing an organization’s systems and information has become a top priority. In this program, you'll explore how to identify, assess, and mitigate risks from internal and external threats like malware, hackers, spyware, and viruses.

Designed for those looking to change careers or build on existing knowledge, this 2.5-year year-round program provides a comprehensive look at securing data, managing network infrastructures, and understanding cloud security. Graduates are equipped with the skills to navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

- **120 Total Credits** — 2.5 Year Bachelor's Degree
- **Certification Preparation** — Security+ & CEH
- **5 Week Terms** — 2 Courses Per Term
- **Transfer Credits** — Up to 90 Credits

### Knowledge and Skills

Graduates should grow in the following areas:

- **Cyber Threat Intelligence:**
    Identify threats and use ethical hacking to reduce risks.
- **Information Systems Security:**
    Protect networks and data and manage everyday security tasks.
- **Risk Management:**
    Identify and handle security risks across different types of organizations.

### Possible Career Paths

Graduates of this program pursue many different career paths. Some of the most common are:

- **Cybersecurity Analyst**
    A cybersecurity analyst is responsible for defending an organization's digital infrastructure by proactively identifying, assessing, and countering cyber threats, ensuring data integrity and system availability through continuous monitoring and strategic security implementations.
- **System Administrator**
    A systems administrator in cybersecurity manages, configures, and ensures the secure operation of computer systems and networks, focusing on maintaining system integrity, availability, and confidentiality through proactive security measures and regular system updates.
- **IT Specialist**
    An IT specialist in cybersecurity focuses on safeguarding an organization's information systems through threat analysis, security solutions implementation, and ongoing monitoring, ensuring data protection, network security, and compliance with cybersecurity policies and standards.

## Program Structure and Learning Formats

### Flexible Learning Environments

- **Campus**: Our campuses provide an immersive classroom setting, interacting directly with professors and classmates in real-time. Benefit from face-to-face discussions, hands-on labs, and the immediate support of instructors.
- **Online**: Flexible and convenient, online learning allows you to study on your own time, from anywhere. Access lectures, lab simulations, and course materials online, collaborating with classmates through virtual forums and discussions.
- **Hybrid**: To enhance flexibility, many campus courses are delivered via synchronous hybrid format, where students engage in both online learning activities and real-time interactions with instructors and classmates.

### Locations

- [Raleigh, NC](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/raleigh-nc)
- [Charlotte, NC](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/charlotte-nc)
- [Virginia Beach, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/virginia-beach-va)
- [Newport News, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/newport-news-va)
- [Roanoke, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/roanoke-va)
- [Charleston, SC](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/charleston-sc)
- [Greensboro, NC](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/greensboro-nc)
- [Northern Virginia, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/northern-virginia-va)
- [Greenville, SC](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/greenville-sc)
- [Columbia, SC](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/columbia-sc)
- [Orlando Lake Mary, FL](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/orlando-lake-mary-fl)
- [San Antonio, TX](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/san-antonio-tx)
- [Richmond, VA](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/richmond-va)

## Cybersecurity Curriculum

Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations with a track in Security Operations (SOC)

### Featured Courses

- **Advanced Cybersecurity** — CYB300
    Students will be able to examine and describe concepts of cybersecurity and create a working secure computing and networking environment.
- **AI/Machine Learning** — CST440
    Students will be able to install, train, and deploy an AI/machine learning program for use in business operations.

### Program Requirements

To receive the Bachelor of Science in Information and Cybersecurity Operations, students must earn a minimum of 120 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 8 semesters, which is equivalent to 30 months or 120 weeks of instruction. Students will select one of the tracks available under this program. The program requirements are as follows:

#### Core Curriculum Courses
65 semester credit hours

**Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:**

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CST120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST120 "View CST120") | [Computer Configuration I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST120 "View CST120") | 3 |
| [CST160](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST160 "View CST160") | [Introduction to Networking](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST160 "View CST160") | 3 |
| [CST200](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST200 "View CST200") | [Linux Administration](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST200 "View CST200") | 3 |
| [CST210](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST210 "View CST210") | [Introduction to AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST210 "View CST210") | 3 |
| [CST440](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST440 "View CST440") | [AI/Machine Learning](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST440 "View CST440") | 3 |
| [CYB120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120 "View CYB120") | [Introduction to Python Programming](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120 "View CYB120") | 3 |
| [CYB120L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120L "View CYB120L") | [Introduction to Python Programming LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB120L "View CYB120L") | 1 |
| [CYB200](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB200 "View CYB200") | [Network Protocols and Services](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB200 "View CYB200") | 3 |
| [CYB200L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB200L "View CYB200L") | [Network Protocols and Services Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB200L "View CYB200L") | 1 |
| [CYB220](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB220 "View CYB220") | [Introduction to Routing and Switching](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB220 "View CYB220") | 3 |
| [CYB220L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB220L "View CYB220L") | [Introduction to Routing and Switching LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB220L "View CYB220L") | 1 |
| [CYB240](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB240 "View CYB240") | [Windows Client and Server](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB240 "View CYB240") | 3 |
| [CYB240L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB240L "View CYB240L") | [Windows Client and Server LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB240L "View CYB240L") | 1 |
| [CYB250](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB250 "View CYB250") | [Principles of Cybersecurity with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB250 "View CYB250") | 3 |
| [CYB260](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB260 "View CYB260") | [Introduction to Cloud Solutions](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB260 "View CYB260") | 3 |
| [CYB260L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB260L "View CYB260L") | [Introduction to Cloud Solutions LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB260L "View CYB260L") | 1 |
| [CYB280](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB280 "View CYB280") | [Microsoft 365 Administration](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB280 "View CYB280") | 3 |
| [CYB300](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB300 "View CYB300") | [Advanced Cybersecurity with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB300 "View CYB300") | 3 |
| [CYB300L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB300L "View CYB300L") | [Advanced Cybersecurity with AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB300L "View CYB300L") | 1 |
| [CYB310](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB310 "View CYB310") | [Introduction to Data Handling with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB310 "View CYB310") | 3 |
| [CYB340](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB340 "View CYB340") | [Advanced LInux Administration](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB340 "View CYB340") | 3 |
| [CYB340L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB340L "View CYB340L") | [Advanced Linux Administration LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB340L "View CYB340L") | 1 |
| [CYB350](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB350 "View CYB350") | [Introduction to DevOps and Project Management](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB350 "View CYB350") | 3 |
| [CYB360](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB360 "View CYB360") | [Advanced Windows Server](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB360 "View CYB360") | 3 |
| [CYB360L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB360L "View CYB360L") | [Advanced Windows Server LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB360L "View CYB360L") | 1 |

AND

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CYB470](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB470 "View CYB470") | [SOC Analyst I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB470 "View CYB470") | 3 |
| [CYB471](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB471 "View CYB471") | [SOC Analyst II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB471 "View CYB471") | 3 |

OR

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CYB490](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB490 "View CYB490") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB490 "View CYB490") | 3 |
| [CYB494](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB494 "View CYB494") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB494 "View CYB494") | 3 |

OR

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CYB470](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB470 "View CYB470") | [SOC Analyst I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB470 "View CYB470") | 3 |
| [CYB490](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB490 "View CYB490") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB490 "View CYB490") | 3 |

AND

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CYB491](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB491 "View CYB491") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB491 "View CYB491") | 1 |
| [CYB492](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB492 "View CYB492") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB492 "View CYB492") | 1 |
| [CYB493](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB493 "View CYB493") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship III](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB493 "View CYB493") | 1 |

#### Arts and Sciences Courses\*
31 semester credit hours

**Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:**

**\*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts & Sciences Department page.**

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CAP480](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CAP480 "View CAP480") | [Arts and Sciences Capstone](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CAP480 "View CAP480") | 3 |
| [COM115](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COM115 "View COM115") | [Principles of Communication](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COM115 "View COM115") | 3 |
| [ENG110](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG110 "View ENG110") | [College Composition](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG110 "View ENG110") | 3 |
| [ENG120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG120 "View ENG120") | [Advanced Composition](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ENG120 "View ENG120") | 3 |
| [HUM205](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/HUM205 "View HUM205") | [Culture, Thought, and the Human Experience](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/HUM205 "View HUM205") | 3 |
| [MTH131](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH131 "View MTH131") | [College Algebra](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH131 "View MTH131") | 3 |
| [MTH140](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH140 "View MTH140") | [Statistics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MTH140 "View MTH140") | 3 |
| [PSY105](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY105 "View PSY105") | [Introduction to Psychology](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY105 "View PSY105") | 3 |
| [PSY225](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY225 "View PSY225") | [Industrial/Organizational Psychology](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PSY225 "View PSY225") | 3 |

AND

**Choose one lecture and corresponding lab:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [BIO122](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BIO122 "View BIO122") | [Environmental Biology](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BIO122 "View BIO122") | 3 |
| [BIO122L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BIO122L "View BIO122L") | [Environmental Biology Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BIO122L "View BIO122L") | 1 |
| [PHY120](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120 "View PHY120") | [Physics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120 "View PHY120") | 3 |
| [PHY120L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120L "View PHY120L") | [Physics Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PHY120L "View PHY120L") | 1 |

#### Self-Integration Courses
10 semester credit hours

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CST100](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST100 "View CST100") | [Introduction to Computing](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST100 "View CST100") | 3 |
| [CST140](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST140 "View CST140") | [Introduction to Operating Systems](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CST140 "View CST140") | 3 |
| [COR191](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COR191 "View COR191") | [Career Orientation](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/COR191 "View COR191") | 1 |
| [FOR110](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/FOR110 "View FOR110") | [Essentials for Success](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/FOR110 "View FOR110") | 3 |

#### Apprenticeship Option Courses

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

*| - Current domestic students in the Associate or Bachelor in Computer and Information Science program are eligible to apply for the Apprenticeship Option. To be considered, students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a 90% or higher attendance rate, and be a full-time student. Students must apply before the end of their first semester. |
|---|
| - Students must maintain full-time student status while participating in apprenticeship courses. If selected, students must remain an active student at ECPI University during the apprenticeship and will be assigned a mentor that they will work with throughout the apprenticeship. The program consists of up to six semesters of apprenticeship courses. |
| - Apprenticeships are work experiences that may include consultancy-type projects and/or applied research that solves problems and are designed to apply the material learned in class. |
| - Students enter the Apprenticeship Option on a probationary status and will be evaluated after the completion of 500 hours to determine if the apprentice will continue in the program. After the probationary period, students will be evaluated every 500 hours. |*

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [APP491](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP491 "View APP491") | [Cybersecurity Apprenticeship I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP491 "View APP491") | 0 |
| [APP492](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP492 "View APP492") | [Cybersecurity Apprenticeship II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP492 "View APP492") | 0 |
| [APP493](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP493 "View APP493") | [Cybersecurity Apprenticeship III](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP493 "View APP493") | 0 |
| [APP494](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP494 "View APP494") | [Cybersecurity Apprenticeship IV](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP494 "View APP494") | 0 |
| [APP495](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP495 "View APP495") | [Cybersecurity Apprenticeship V](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP495 "View APP495") | 0 |
| [APP496](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP496 "View APP496") | [Cybersecurity Apprenticeship VI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/APP496 "View APP496") | 0 |

#### Cloud Computing Track Courses
14 semester credit hours

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CYB400](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400 "View CYB400") | [Ethical Hacking with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400 "View CYB400") | 3 |
| [CYB400L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400L "View CYB400L") | [Ethical Hacking with AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400L "View CYB400L") | 1 |
| [CYB420](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420 "View CYB420") | [Applied Cloud Computing and AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420 "View CYB420") | 3 |
| [CYB420L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420L "View CYB420L") | [Applied Cloud Computing and AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420L "View CYB420L") | 1 |
| [CYB450](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB450 "View CYB450") | [AWS Academy Cloud Foundations and AI Tools](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB450 "View CYB450") | 3 |
| [CYB460](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB460 "View CYB460") | [Kubernetes in Cloud Security with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB460 "View CYB460") | 3 |

#### Security Operations (SOC) Track Courses
14 semester credit hours

**Complete ALL of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [CYB400](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400 "View CYB400") | [Ethical Hacking with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400 "View CYB400") | 3 |
| [CYB400L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400L "View CYB400L") | [Ethical Hacking with AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400L "View CYB400L") | 1 |
| [CYB410](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410 "View CYB410") | [Ethical Hacking with AI II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410 "View CYB410") | 3 |
| [CYB410L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410L "View CYB410L") | [Ethical Hacking II with AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410L "View CYB410L") | 1 |
| [CYB430](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB430 "View CYB430") | [Advanced Defense and Countermeasures with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB430 "View CYB430") | 3 |
| [CYB450](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB450 "View CYB450") | [AWS Academy Cloud Foundations and AI Tools](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB450 "View CYB450") | 3 |

#### General Track Courses
14 semester credit hours

**Complete ANY of the following Courses:**

| Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| [ACC312](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ACC312 "View ACC312") | [Accounting for Business Decisions](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/ACC312 "View ACC312") | 3 |
| [BUS121](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS121 "View BUS121") | [Introduction to Business](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS121 "View BUS121") | 3 |
| [BUS328](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328 "View BUS328") | [Business Process Improvement](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328 "View BUS328") | 3 |
| [BUS328L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328L "View BUS328L") | [Business Process Improvement LAB](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/BUS328L "View BUS328L") | 1 |
| [CJ106](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ106 "View CJ106") | [Criminal Law](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ106 "View CJ106") | 3 |
| [CJ125](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ125 "View CJ125") | [Criminal Procedure](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ125 "View CJ125") | 3 |
| [CJ200](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ200 "View CJ200") | [Investigations](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ200 "View CJ200") | 3 |
| [CJ310](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ310 "View CJ310") | [Digital Forensic Analysis](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ310 "View CJ310") | 3 |
| [CJ315](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ315 "View CJ315") | [Mobile Device Forensics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CJ315 "View CJ315") | 3 |
| [CYB400](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400 "View CYB400") | [Ethical Hacking with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400 "View CYB400") | 3 |
| [CYB400L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400L "View CYB400L") | [Ethical Hacking with AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB400L "View CYB400L") | 1 |
| [CYB410](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410 "View CYB410") | [Ethical Hacking with AI II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410 "View CYB410") | 3 |
| [CYB410L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410L "View CYB410L") | [Ethical Hacking II with AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB410L "View CYB410L") | 1 |
| [CYB420](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420 "View CYB420") | [Applied Cloud Computing and AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420 "View CYB420") | 3 |
| [CYB420L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420L "View CYB420L") | [Applied Cloud Computing and AI Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB420L "View CYB420L") | 1 |
| [CYB430](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB430 "View CYB430") | [Advanced Defense and Countermeasures with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB430 "View CYB430") | 3 |
| [CYB450](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB450 "View CYB450") | [AWS Academy Cloud Foundations and AI Tools](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB450 "View CYB450") | 3 |
| [CYB460](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB460 "View CYB460") | [Kubernetes in Cloud Security with AI](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB460 "View CYB460") | 3 |
| [CYB491](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB491 "View CYB491") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship I](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB491 "View CYB491") | 1 |
| [CYB492](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB492 "View CYB492") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship II](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB492 "View CYB492") | 1 |
| [CYB493](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB493 "View CYB493") | [Information and Cybersecurity Externship III](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/CYB493 "View CYB493") | 1 |
| [PMT472](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472 "View PMT472") | [Applied Project Management](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472 "View PMT472") | 3 |
| [PMT472L](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472L "View PMT472L") | [Applied Project Management Lab](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/PMT472L "View PMT472L") | 1 |

## Certifications

ECPI University understands the power of certifications in today's dynamic technology field, and we believe enhancing your marketability is crucial.

To support your journey, ECPI offers discounted vouchers that significantly reduce the cost of certification exams from Microsoft, Cisco, EC-Council, and Oracle, not to mention industry favorites like A+, Network+, Linux+, and Security+.

- **CompTIA** — Security+
    The CompTIA Security+ cert validates essential skills in threat management, risk mitigation, and network security.
- **CompTIA** — Network+
    The CompTIA Network+ certification proves foundational skills in networking, troubleshooting, and security, ideal for entry-level IT professionals.
- **Cisco** — Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
    Builds foundational networking skills in connectivity, IP services, security, and automation for installing and managing small to medium networks.
- **EC-Council** — Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
    Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) certifies ethical hacking expertise in adversary tactics—reconnaissance, system hacking, social engineering, and cloud threats.
- **Oracle** — Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate (OCA: SQL)
    Validates foundational SQL knowledge, including database design, table management, and query optimization using Oracle Database tools.

## Accreditation

ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees.

Full accreditation details: [ECPI University Accreditation](https://www.ecpi.edu/accreditation).

## NSA CAE Designation

The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated ECPI University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) for the Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science: Cyber and Information Security Technology major, Security Operations (SOC) Track through academic year 2028. Designation Letter can be viewed [here](https://www.ecpi.edu/sites/default/files/2024-01/CAE-CD%20Designation%20Letter-2023.pdf).