
Quick Facts
Price$12,995
Time to Complete26 weeks
The cyber bootcamp will cover cybersecurity fundamentals and the in-demand skills needed to fight cybercrime while preparing you for real-life work scenarios and environments. Learners also take part in career simulations alongside their cybersecurity training. Students are also taught resume writing, salary negotiation, and other career preparation skills throughout the program to equip them for their job search after graduation. Plus, bootcamp students can help prepare you to take industry-recognized certification exams with additional studying.
Duration
12-26 Weeks
The LSU Cyber Bootcamp is designed for students to pursue high-quality tech education while continuing to balance work or other commitments. Our program provides you with the flexibility to fit career development into your life. Part-time and full-time bootcamp programs are available. In addition to classroom lessons, part-time students can anticipate spending 6-8 hours studying and working on outside assignments each week. Full-time students can expect to spend 12-15 hours each week on outside assignments.
What Will I Earn
Preparation for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Security+ exam is built into the LSU Cybersecurity Bootcamp curriculum. You will study and test for this industry-recognized certification during your bootcamp program. By earning your CompTIA Security+ certification, you’ll demonstrate your job readiness to potential employers.
Graduates earn a certificate of completion issued by LSU and Fullstack Academy.
Following successful completion of the Career Success Program, students can choose to opt into additional coaching support and receive guidance for up to a year following graduation in:
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Growing your professional network
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Resume and LinkedIn profile optimization
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Interview and assessment prep
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Salary negotiation workshops
Students also graduate from the program with a portfolio of work that demonstrates their ability to solve real business problems for real companies.
How will I Learn
Bootcamp classes include live online instruction taught by industry-experienced professionals, group projects with fellow students, and independent learning assignments. Classes are hands-on with the majority of students’ time spent learning how to monitor and secure systems, networks, and applications, as well as how to appropriately respond to cyber breaches. Along with the classroom sessions, students can attend a weekly lab where they can review key concepts, catch up on homework, and work alongside peers. Mentors are available at select times Monday through Saturday if you need additional support outside of class.
LSU Online & Continuing Education partners with Fullstack Academy to deliver specialized, industry-focused programs tailored to meet workforce needs.