Program:
Administration & Management

Degree Awarded:
Certificate in Cybersecurity

Length of Program:
1 year

Application Deadlines:
Rolling Admissions
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Degree Overview

Corporations, governments, and individuals are all under threat of digital attacks, a risk that is more easily facilitated by an ever-evolving automated technology infrastructure. Earning this cybersecurity certificate may expand career opportunities in the growing field of low or no-code cybersecurity. This certificate will prepare students with the modern tools and deep understanding needed to navigate the security landscape.

This program is ideal for students with a healtcare background who are passionate about technology, problem-solving, and safeguarding digital assets. It’s suitable for those intrigued by the evolving world of cybersecurity, whether they have experience in technology or are eager to dive into this field. Students with a knack for critical thinking, a curiosity for staying ahead of cyber threats, and a commitment to ethical practices would find this program immensely rewarding.

Course Highlights:

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity
  • Career Navigation and Exploration in Cybersecurity
  • Cybercrime and Governance
  • Ethical Hacking

Click here to view the 2025-26 degree plan.

How we prepare
the best

  • 100% Online
  • Accelerated
  • Full-time or part-time enrollment options
  • Certificate courses can apply towards the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management degree
  • Hands-on projects of simulated security scenarios
  • Supports certifications in CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker, GIAC Security Essentials

Tuition and Fees

Clarkson College offers competitive tuition rates, along with several ways to help manage the cost of your education. Tuition rates per credit hour are posted here.

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2026-27 Tuition

Item Cost
Undergraduate Tuition $691 / credit-hour
Fees
Technology Fee $350 / semester

For a complete breakdown of costs and situational expenses, view the Academic Catalog.

Career Overview

Median Salary

According to Glassdoor.com (2024), Cybersecurity specialists with no experience average $100,000 a year.

Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024), employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 33 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average.

Career Options

  • Information Security Analyst
  • Information Security Manager
  • Cybersecurity Engineer

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