Degree and Certificate Options
Cybersecurity, A.S.
Transfer to pursue a degree at a 4-year college.
Purpose
2 Years
Estimated Program Length
50% or more
Online
Cybersecurity Certificate
What Will I Learn?
The associate of science in cybersecurity prepares students with the entry-level knowledge needed to protect cyberspace against physical and cyber threats. This degree is designed to enable students to easily transfer to a college or university that offers a bachelor’s degree program in cybersecurity.
Career Paths
Students who earn this certificate or degree can serve as entry-level information technology security specialists. Students can also continue their education to earn a bachelor's or master's degree in cybersecurity. The ever-growing cybersecurity field offers many lucrative opportunities across the country to advance and increase earning potential. As one of the most in-demand industries, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the cybersecurity sector is expected to grow by 31% between 2019 and 2029, a rate significantly faster than the average occupation.
Points of Pride
KCKCC has a robust online environment to test cybersecurity skills and to learn skills needed to gain industry certifications.
Instructor Perspective
“KCKCC’s cybersecurity program will enable new graduates to enter the world of the ‘white hat’ - including pen testing, systems hardening, network security and incident response. This solid foundation can lead to industry-standard certifications like Security+ and the CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker). Certifications not only look good on your wall, but they are also critical for cybersecurity in business and government.”
*Potential salaries use third-party national and regional aggregated data, some of which may be estimates. Results may not reflect local or timely trends. Some careers listed may require additional education or degrees beyond those offered at KCKCC. Completing a program, degree, or certificate does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.