System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

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: C01195

Who earns the SSCP?

The SSCP is ideal for IT administrators, managers, directors and network security professionals responsible for the hands-on operational security of their organisation’s critical assets, including those in the following positions:

• Network Security Engineer
• Systems Administrator
• Security Analyst
• Systems Engineer
• Security Consultant/Specialist
• Security Administrator
• Systems/Network Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Health Information Manager
• Practice Manager

Modules and topics covered:

System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

• SSCP 2021: Basic Security Concepts
• SSCP 2021: Security Controls
• SSCP 2021: Asset & Change Management Lifecycles
• SSCP 2021: Physical Security Operations
• SSCP 2021: Understanding & Applying Cryptography
• SSCP 2021: Secure Protocols & Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• SSCP 2021: Authentication & Trust Architectures
• SSCP 2021: Identity Management & Access Control Models
• SSCP 2021: Risk Management
• SSCP 2021: Security & Vulnerability Assessment
• SSCP 2021: Incident Response & Forensics
• SSCP 2021: Business Continuity Planning
• SSCP 2021: Fundamental Networking Concepts
• SSCP 2021: Network Attacks & Countermeasures
• SSCP 2021: Secure Wireless Communication
• SSCP 2021: Malware & Countermeasures
• SSCP 2021: Endpoint Protection and Mobile Device Management
• SSCP 2021: Secure Virtual & Cloud Environments

Admission requirements

Academic grade and experience: Candidates who want to attempt the external certification exam must have a minimum of one-year full-time experience in one or more of the domains of the current SSCP Exam Outline.

Earning a post-secondary degree (bachelors or masters) in computer science, information technology (IT) or related fields may satisfy up to one year of the required experience.

Part-time work and internships may also count towards the experience requirement.

A candidate who doesn’t have the required experience to become an SSCP may become an Associate of ISC2 by successfully passing the SSCP examination. The Associate of ISC2 will then have two years to earn the one year required experience.

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

Expertise level: Intermediate

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: SSCP
• Exam format: Multiple choice questions and advanced innovative items.
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Number of questions: 125
• 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.