Western Nebraska Community College’s Cybersecurity program in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, prepares students to protect people, businesses, and personal information from cybersecurity threats. The program awards an Associate of Arts in Cybersecurity and supports continued study at a four-year institution. Coursework develops knowledge of network communication, servers, operating systems, security concepts, and programming, with hands-on labs included. Students may also prepare for CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+, and Microsoft Office Specialist certifications. Career opportunities identified by the program include information security analyst, security architect, and security systems administrator. The program also provides a foundation for transfer into a bachelor’s degree program.
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Western Nebraska Community College, Scottsbluff Campus, is a community college in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Its occupational education includes Associate Degree in Nursing, Automotive Technology, Certified Nursing Assistant, Commercial Driver's License Class A (CDL-A), Cybersecurity, and Welding, among other fields. The college also lists Business Administration, Commercial Driver's License Class B (CDL-B), LPN-RN, Medication Aide, Phlebotomy, and Practical Nursing. WNCC offers more than 70 degrees, diplomas, and certificates across its academic programs. Its CollegeNOW! program connects the college with Panhandle high schools through early-college opportunities. Career pathways support both workforce entry and continued education, while the college emphasizes technical skills taught by experts in their fields and a community intended to support student success. The Scottsbluff campus is one of WNCC's three listed Nebraska campuses.