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IT Security

 

The IT Security 600 hour program focuses on IT security training, the foundational principles of securing computer networks, and managing risk. Important topics covered are managing networks, ethical hacking defense, troubleshooting Linux OS, administering Microsoft, and mitigating security risks.

Upon completion of the program, students may test for several different certification exams including CompTIA A+, Linux +, Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security +, and an MCSA exam.


CAREER PATHWAYS

Education attained through the IT Security program prepares students for positions in industry such as Help desk operator, support technician, IT support engineer, network support technician, network support engineer, and other entry-level roles. *

*Information found in Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wages


FUNDING RESOURCES

The IT Security program is a Federal Student Aid eligible program. Students should complete their FAFSA with our Federal School Code: 042472. This program is also approved by the Arizona State Approving Agency for GI Bill® Education Benefits.

 

 

 

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PROGRAM INFORMATION


PROGRAM LENGTH
600 clock hours

SCHEDULE
Southwest Campus: 
Afternoon: Monday - Thursday, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM 
Evening: Monday - Thursday, 6:45 PM – 9:45 PM

Northwest Campus:
Evening: Monday - Thursday, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM 

START DATE
Southwest Campus:
Afternoon: April 14th, 2025
Evening: February 18th, 2025 

Northwest Campus:
Evening: January 8th, 2025

LOCATION
West-MEC Southwest Campus
500 N. Verrado Way
Buckeye, AZ 85326
Campus Directions

West-MEC Northwest Campus
13201 W. Grand Ave. 
Surprise, AZ 85374
Campus Directions

TUITION & FEES
Application Fee: $50.00
Program of Study: $7,000.00
Cost of Attendance


RESOURCES
Steps to Apply
Adult Programs Catalog & Student Handbook
Annual Security Report

CALENDAR
Southwest Campus IT Security Calendar - Afternoon
Southwest Campus IT Security Calendar - Evening
Northwest Campus - IT Security Calendar - Evening

SOCIAL MEDIA
Adult Education Facebook
Adult Education Twitter 
Adult Education LinkedIn

CONTACT US
623.738.0046
adulted@west-mec.edu

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