Cybersecurity Workforce Program - ACE credit recommendation
Cybersecurity Workforce Program receives ACE credit recommendation
Advancing careers in cybersecurity with flexible pathways and nationally recognized credit recommendations.
What is an ACE Recommendation?
The American Council on Education (ACE) evaluates nontraditional learning programs and recommends how they may translate into college credit. An ACE recommendation signals that a program has been reviewed for academic rigor and workforce relevance, allowing learners to present their achievements to colleges and universities for potential credit toward a degree.
Acceptance of these credits is always determined by the receiving institution.
Learn more about ACE credit recommendations
View the Cybersecurity Workforce Program on ACE’s National Guide
Why ACE recommendation matters
- Translates military learning into college progress: Apply ACE credit recommendations for your military training and experiences to get the college degree you want.
- Faster degree completion: By receiving academic credit, service members save both time and tuition when pursuing degrees.
- Career readiness in and out of uniform: The cybersecurity skills gained support both military missions and future civilian employment in one of the nation’s fastest-growing fields.
- National recognition: ACE’s rigorous review process validates that the CWP meets high academic and industry standards.
- Educational advancement: Learners can present ACE credits to participating colleges and universities to potentially reduce the number of courses needed for a degree.
- Workforce impact: As one of the most critical career sectors, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. ACE recommendations strengthen the program’s alignment with long-term professional growth.
| Program | ACE ID | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Full program | UNLV-0001 | 24 |
Level bundles
| Program | ACE ID | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Explorer | UNLV-0002 | 8 |
| Practitioner | UNLV-0003 | 8 |
| Professional | UNLV-0004 | 8 |
Specialized bundles
| Program | ACE ID | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Bundle | UNLV-0007 | 5 |
| Internet of Things Bundle | UNLV-0005 | 6 |
| Security Bundle | UNLV-0006 | 3 |
| Artificial Intelligence Bundle | UNLV-0009 | 0 |
| Blockchain Bundle | UNLV-0008 | 0 |
| Cryptography Bundle | UNLV-0013 | 0 |
| Database Bundle | UNLV-0012 | 0 |
| Foundational Bundle | UNLV-0010 | 0 |
| Network Bundle | UNLV-0011 | 0 |
Important disclaimer
While ACE recommendations are recognized nationwide, acceptance of credit is always determined by the receiving college or university. Learners are encouraged to work with their chosen institution’s registrar or admissions office to understand how ACE recommendations may apply to their degree program.
This recognition highlights the quality and workforce value of the Cybersecurity Workforce Program, but it does not mean the program itself is an accredited degree program.