Cyber Security Certifications

Get Cyber-certified, online, at FSU!

Be Career-Ready in Under 4 Months
Salaries Range from $65K to $85K*

*Average salary in North Carolina for jobs not specifying degree requirements
- Burning Glass Labor Insight Database October 2021

Register Today!


Invest in yourself.
Invest in a career in Cybersecurity.

Cybersecurity professionals are in high demand and employment opportunities are skyrocketing. According to a study by the Center for Cyber Safety and Education, by 2022 there will be a shortage of 1.8 million information security workers. Prepare now with certification courses beginning in January 2022 at Fayetteville State University.

90% certification

Train at the ONLY Center for Defense and Homeland Security in the UNC System.
Our students achieve a 90%+ certification pass rate.
You’ll leave FSU career-ready!

Career potential for Cybersecurity professionals

FSU offers 6 of the top 15 IT certifications requested by North Carolina Employers, including

Introductory Certifications (Foundations)
• CompTia A+ (1400 North Carolina job postings last 12 months)
• CompTia Network + (1500 job postings)
• CompTia Security + (2600 job postings)
Advanced Certifications
• Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) (3200 North Carolina job postings last 12 months)
• CompTia Linux+ (100 job postings)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (450 job postings)
• Network and Packet Analysis

Average North Carolina salaries in North Carolina for job postings over the past year with at least one of these certifications:

  • $63,500 for jobs not specifying degree requirements
  • $78,450 for jobs requiring a bachelor's degree

Source for job postings and salary info: Burning Glass Labor Insight Database October 2021.

Hands-on Training Receive expert accelerated training in Information Technology and Cybersecurity.

Evening coursesOur evening courses are designed to fit within your busy schedule.


Cyber Foundations - $5,850

HURRY - THIS CLASS IS ALMOST FULL! REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 13TH, 2023.

Classes Begin January 24, 2023 through April 7, 2023. Complete the course in just 33 short classroom sessions!

Reserve your space today! To Register, click on the links below.

Military VA Registration Forms

Civilian Registration Forms

Sallie Mae Loan Application for Civilians

Certifications offered:

CompTIA A+ Certified IT Technician, CompTIA Network+ Technician, CompTIA Security+ Technician

No prerequisites or previous experience necessary. Students should, however, have good skills with Windows-based personal computers, a strong interest in computers and technology, and good problem-solving skills.


Cyber Security - $8,495

Courses Begin May 25, 2023 through September 11, 2023. Complete the course in just 40 short classroom sessions.

Reserve your space today!

Military VA Registration Forms

Civilian Registration Forms

Sallie Mae Loan Application for Civilians

Certifications offered:

Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), CompTIA Linux+, Certified Ethical Hacker, Network & Packet Analysis

Prerequisites: A+, Network+, Security+ or Equivalent Certifications


Military-affiliated students can use their Post-911 or Vocational Rehab Benefits. Civilians can pay out of pocket or request a Sallie Mae Loans (PDF).

Learn more about Fayetteville State University's Center for Defense and Homeland Security.

Questions? Contact John Bellamy at jbellam5@uncfsu.edu or (910) 672-2006.


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