• 10001442
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification
Ivy Tech Community College - Bloomington
Ivy Tech Community College
200 Daniels Way
Bloomington, IN 47404
https://www.ivytech.edu/
Staff Approved

Description

A qualified faculty member teaching this course meets the Cyber Security/Information Assurance (CSIA) program standard and holds a valid, non-expired CompTIA Security+ certification or higher security certification listed on the current Department of Defense 8570 Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program list.

A qualified faculty member in Cyber Security/Information Assurance (CSIA) meets the program standard through one of the following three routes:

· Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in information technology as appropriate to the program; or

· Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following:

    • Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the information technology field
    • Two years of in-field professional employment Documented evidence of information technology teaching excellence including date of award
    • Documentation of research and publication in the field
    • Documented relevant additional information technology coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military; or

· Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, information technology or related field as appropriate to the program, with documentation in two or more of the following:

    • Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the field
    • Two years of in-field professional employment
    • Documented evidence of information technology teaching excellence including date of award
    • Documentation of research and publication in the field
    • Documented relevant additional information technology coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.

View the Program Standard here: https://my.ivytech.edu/policy?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB0014908

This comprehensive training program is designed to prepare individuals for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) certification exam, a globally recognized credential that validates foundational skills in cybersecurity. The course provides hands-on instruction and real-world scenarios to help learners understand core security functions, including threat detection and mitigation, risk management, cryptography, identity and access management, and secure system architecture.

Participants will gain the knowledge and practical experience needed to secure networks, manage vulnerabilities, implement access controls, and respond to security incidents. The course is aligned with the official CompTIA Security+ exam objectives and includes practice questions, study guides, and interactive labs to reinforce key concepts.

Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to sit for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam, which is included as part of the program. Earning this certification demonstrates a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and is often a requirement for roles in IT security, network administration, and compliance.

Yes
15.1202
High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Basic IT Knowledge
  • Networking Experience
  • At least 1-2 years of IT Experience
  • Comfort with technical jargon
  • Optional - completion of foundational courses and/or related certifications (CompTIA A+)
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts

Coursse ID: COMPTIA2

Visit the Ivy Tech Skills Training website for upcoming classes. Registration and payment are due 4 days prior to class start. https://www.ivytech.edu/classes/skills-training-classes/

https://www.ivytech.edu/tuition-aid/payments/refunds/

Admissions

  • 100
    • 80
    • 10
    • 10
  • Online
  • 14 week(s)
  • 120 instructional hour(s)
  • 10.00 Hours
  • 100%
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Financial Information

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

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  • No
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