About
The Cybersecurity Certificate at UCLA Extension, The Regents of the University of California, in Los Angeles, California, trains students in protecting technology infrastructure from physical and virtual threats. The certificate covers secure applications, cryptography, attack vectors, security policies, risk assessments, disaster recovery, penetration testing, and defensive strategies, and provides concepts needed for the CompTIASecurity+ and other certifications. It consists of four required courses delivered online or in person, including a cybersecurity lab focused on defensive tools. The program is intended for IT professionals, entrepreneurs, technology workers, and security managers seeking cybersecurity knowledge. International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.
At a glance
- Format: Hybrid
- Leads to: CompTIASecurity+
Organization
The Regents of the University of California
UCLA Extension is a continuing education institution in Los Angeles, California, providing Cybersecurity and Medical Assistant training. Its offerings include individual courses, certificates, and broader programs across fields such as computer science, health care and counseling, business management, engineering, design, education, and legal studies. Coursework is available through online options as well as other instructional methods, and some courses may provide transfer credit. The institution also offers custom and corporate training, international student support, and specialized initiatives including the Technical Management Program, Pathway Program, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Its catalog spans professional, academic, and personal learning interests, with certificates and specializations organized across numerous subject areas.