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Associate of Arts with a concentration in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate
2 years
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Gain a solid foundation in cybersecurity, encryption and network backup strategies with courses designed to prepare you to sit for certifications from CompTIA and EC-Council. Our Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate can help you prepare for your IT career with courses in three key areas: information systems fundamentals, information security, and networking.
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Understand the basics of systems security, including access controls, networking and malicious code activity
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Use security and encryption methods
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Manage and assess risks
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Develop a Windows® server configuration
Courses
Schedule
Attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night because our online classroom is available 24/7/365. Your academic counselor will help schedule your courses for an Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate.
What you'll learn
When you earn your Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job.
Topics covered in this degree include:
- Specific disciplinary knowledge
- Clear and critical reasoning
- Verbal and written communication
- Effective access and use of information
- Working effectively in diverse groups and teams
- Explaining and applying information security concepts
- Describing and explaining fundamentals of networking
Careers & Outcomes
Careers & Outcomes
What can you do with an Associate of Arts in Information Technology with an Information Assurance and Security Certificate?
An AA/Information Technology can prepare you to be an:
- IT security analyst
- Information Security Specialist
Tuition
Tuition
Paying for school
Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
Save time and money on your degree
Credit transfer made easy
Earn your degree faster, and for less, with eligible transfer credits.
Need some help?
Our enrollment representatives provide personal support while you make an informed choice about going back to school. Reach us by phone at 844-937-8679 or chat with us 7 days a week.
Student Experience
Student Experience
An education that fits your busy life
Balancing family, work and school
Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time.
Online learning
Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.
Around-the-clock support and resources
You have a support team available up to 20 hours a day, 5 days a week. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.[1]
[1] Transactional Survey, August 2021-22 (18,645 respondents)
Accreditation & Faculty
Accreditation & Faculty
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