Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

Course fee

Cost: R3 500.00

Deposit: R875.00

Monthly instalment: R875.00 x 3

Study duration: We recommend a total of 30 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 1 month.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

About the course

Course code: C01286

This course is intended for:

• Candidates who wish to enter the IT professional field and require foundational training to get them started with a career in cybersecurity.
• Career changers looking to transition into cybersecurity

Modules and topics covered:

• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Core Security Principles & Risk Management
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Security Governance, Policies, & Controls
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Incident Response
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Business Continuity Planning
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Physical Access Controls
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Logical Access Controls
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Networking & Security Infrastructure
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Present Threats & Network Security Controls
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Data Security & System Hardening
• Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Security Best Practices & Security Awareness

Admission requirements

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Beginner

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: ISC2

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

• Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
• At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
• Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

Exam information:

• External industry exam: CC
• Exam format: Multiple choice questions and advanced innovative items.
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Number of questions: 100
• Passing score: 700 out of a possible 1000
• Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
• Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

ISC2 Cybersecurity Certifications:

What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. College SA also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, and mentoring. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.