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Missoula College University of Montana has completed the inaugural year of a CAE-CD rapid training program. Our CAE-CD Program of Study (PoS) encompasses four classes covering networking, operating systems, basic cybersecurity, and ethics/legal issues in computer science. Recognizing the need for short term training programs (i.e., completed within six months), Missoula College has developed a 10-15 week course of study specifically designed for individuals to get a jump-start on transitioning to a career in cybersecurity. In addition to completing the CAE-CD PoS, students are prepared for the Network+ and Security+ Industry Recognized Credentials (IRCs). Two unique hallmarks of our program are 1) wrap-around student support services which include weekly meetings with rapid training coordinators and 2) integrated and supplemental materials aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness competencies. Program participants are encouraged to work with Missoula College University of Montana career coaches to refine résumés and interviewing skills, and all of the NACE competencies are interwoven into PoS coursework. Students are further encouraged to participate in career fairs held each semester at Missoula College. Through partnerships with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (MT DLI) and other entities, student tuition, fees, and books are often eligible for a full subsidy resulting in no cost to students.

Dianne Burke
Thursday Block II
03:00 pm ~ 03:30 pm
Designation Track
Duration
20