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Construction Management

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Certificate of Online Teaching

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CompTIA Cloud Security Specialist Certificate

2 Required Courses Required

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CompTIA Cloud Security Specialist Certificate

Develop in-demand cloud computing and IT infrastructure skills to design, implement, secure, and manage cloud-based environments. Through practical learning, explore cloud architecture, virtualization, cloud security, resource management, troubleshooting, automation, and disaster recovery while preparing for the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam. Complete the program with industry-relevant skills to support cloud operations, strengthen infrastructure security, optimize cloud performance, and contribute to modern IT and cloud technology initiatives.

⏱ DURATION: 9.2 weeks at 10 hrs/wk | 📚 TOTAL HOURS: 92 Hrs | 🎓 CEUs: 92 CEUs | 🧩 CPL: 3 semester credit hours | 💵 COST: $2,100

🎯 What You'll Be Able To Do

Apply cybersecurity controls to protect cloud systems, applications, identities, networks, and data
Design and support secure cloud infrastructure for performance, scalability, availability, and resilience
Identify and respond to threats, vulnerabilities, configuration issues, and security incidents
Manage and monitor cloud resources through operational, automation, logging, and configuration practices
Apply business continuity, disaster recovery, backup, and resilience strategies in cloud environments
Communicate cloud security findings, incidents, procedures, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences

💼 Career Opportunities With This Certificate

Information Security Analyst — $69k–$186k (approx.) (BLS)
Network and Computer Systems Administrator — $60k-$150k (approx.) (BLS)
Computer Network Architect — $79k-$190k (approx) (BLS)

Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 29% from 2024–2034, with about 16,000 openings projected annually. (BLS)

✓ Why This Fits Your Life

You're balancing work, family, and the goals you've been putting off. NU PACE is built for that.

100% Online, Self-paced — learn around your job and family
12-month access from the day you enroll
No application, no prerequisites, no textbooks to buy

⏱ How Long It Takes

Finish in as little as 4.6 weeks at 20 hrs/wk
Or 9.2 weeks at 10 hrs/wk
Total Certificate hours: 92 Hrs

🏆 What You'll Earn

Certificate of Completion from National University PACE (awarded when all requirements have been met)
92 CEUs — PACE Continuing Education Units

🧩 Stack Your Learning Toward a Degree

This Certificate is eligible for credit for prior learning (CPL), allowing completed coursework to apply toward select undergraduate or graduate degree programs at National University.

Earn credit toward the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity through the College of Business, Engineering, and Technology.

For more information and next steps, contact PACE@nu.edu.

🏢 Industry-Recognized Certification

This Certificate prepares learners for and includes a recognized industry certification aligned to workforce requirements and should be evaluated for your state requirements.

🪖 Army COOL Funding

This Certificate may be eligible for funding through Army Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL), supporting service members in earning industry credentials.

For eligibility and funding support, contact PACE@nu.edu.

📋 Requirements to Enroll

No application needed. All learners are eligible to enroll. There are no admission requirements. We recommend learners have a high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills.

📅 Access Timing

Learners will:

Get access to their certificate courses approximately 1 hour from the date of enrollment.
Have access to their certificate courses for up to 12 months from the date of enrollment.

💵 Refund Policy

We want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding learning experience. If a student is not completely satisfied, we offer a refund policy.

To be eligible, submit a written request with a valid reason within 9 calendar days of registering. The student must not have attempted more than 25% of the course.

Email PACE@nu.edu with your full name, student ID, and course name. Approved refunds are issued within 60 days.

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