Cybersecurity Diploma Program

Program Duration

71 weeks / 1420 hours

Starting Date:

T.B.D

Delivery Methods:

In-class or Online

Campus Location:

Victoria, BC

Starting Date:

T.B.D

Delivery Methods:

In-class or Online

Campus Location:

Victoria, BC

Program Duration:

71 weeks / 1420 hours

Program Description

This Cybersecurity Diploma Program is designed to prepare students for a dynamic world of cybersecurity. Our reliance on the internet and smart devices has grown exponentially in modern times. This dependence on technology has created a high demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals to safeguard digital assets and protect organizations from evolving cyber threats.

From financial transactions to personal communications and even intellectual property, sensitive information is increasingly stored and shared online. 

The 71-week training program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience, ensuring graduates are ready to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Throughout the program, students gain a strong foundation in protecting digital information, identifying system vulnerabilities, and implementing effective strategies to prevent cyberattacks. They learn to analyze threats, respond to incidents, and maintain the security of networks, applications, and data.

The curriculum also covers industry-standard tools, security protocols, and best practices, equipping students with the technical expertise required by employers. By completing this program, students are well-prepared for diverse career paths within cybersecurity, including roles as security analysts, network defenders, and IT security specialists.

With a focus on practical skills and career readiness, Edison College Canada’s Cybersecurity Diploma Program offers students the knowledge and confidence to enter a high-demand industry and make an immediate impact in protecting organizations and digital assets.

Program Objectives

Upon completion of this program, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to do the following:

  • Understand the core concepts of cybersecurity, including threats, vulnerabilities, and risk management. This knowledge is essential for students enrolled in cyber security courses online to build a strong foundation.
  • Analyze and implement network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and secure network architectures.
  • Evaluate current threats and vulnerabilities using threat intelligence to inform security practices.
  • Understand the importance of security policies, frameworks, and compliance requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
  • Learn cryptographic principles and apply encryption techniques to protect sensitive data, a critical component of any cyber security diploma online.
  • Develop skills to identify, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents.
  • Explore the impact of emerging technologies such as AI and IoT on cybersecurity within a cybersecurity online program.
  • Perform penetration testing to uncover security weaknesses in systems and networks.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks across an organization.
  • Understand principles of secure coding and the role of security throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Develop effective communication skills to clearly convey security concepts and policies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, a focus emphasized in online classes for cyber security.

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Admission Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent or mature student status (19 years or older prior to starting the program).

English language proficiency requirements:

Minimum Grade 10 English plus a minimum of three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8–12) completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages, or

  • Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. The test results must be dated no more than two years before the program start date.
  • Overall minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5, or
  • Overall minimum TOEFL score of 46 (only TOEFL iBT is accepted), or
  • Overall minimum CAEL score of 40, or
  • Minimum CELPIP score of listening 6, reading 5, writing 5, and speaking 6, or
  • Overall minimum Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 95.

The Accuplacer assessment may be accepted only if

  • The applicant is 19 years or older at the start of the program and is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who cannot access their educational records or provide sufficient evidence of secondary or post-secondary education as outlined above. 
  • The applicant provides attestation that they have completed at least three years of full-time instruction in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages, and
  • The applicant completes an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: reading, writing, and WritePlacer) and achieves the following minimum scores: reading of 230 and writing of 230. WritePlacer: 4.

Courses

Career Opportunities

Cybersecurity Analyst
Cyber Security Specialist
Cybersecurity Consultant
Cyber Security Advisor
Information Security Specialist

Estimated Salary

Cybersecurity specialists typically earn in the range of $62,400 to $150,000 annually, according to the Canadian Job Bank. The salary of cybersecurity professionals mainly depends on their experience and the province where they work.

On an hourly basis, cybersecurity analysts earn in the range of $30.00 to $72.12 per hour. Salaries vary from province to province, but generally median salaries are higher in Alberta and Ontario compared to other provinces and territories.

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