EC-Council Certifications at UofL
Prepare for industry-recognized EC-Council certifications through the University of Louisville's IT Certification Pathways (ITCP).
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The University of Louisville Digital Transformation Center partners with EC-Council to provide learners with access to official cybersecurity training and globally recognized certifications through workforce education and professional certification programs.
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Professional EC-Council Certification Pathways
Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) provides hands-on training in essential cybersecurity skills, including networking, system security, threat detection, incident response, ethical hacking fundamentals, and security operations.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Aspiring cybersecurity professionals, students, career changers, and IT support professionals
Criteria: No prior cybersecurity experience required
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $ 999
Your Price: $ 899
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Network Defender (C|ND) validates the skills needed to protect, detect, respond to, and recover from network security threats using a defense-in-depth approach.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Network administrators, cybersecurity analysts, and IT professionals responsible for securing enterprise networks
Criteria: Basic networking and cybersecurity knowledge recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $ 1,699
Your Price: $ 1,529
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI) develops the skills needed to identify, collect, preserve, analyze, and present digital evidence for cybersecurity investigations and incident response.
Level: Advanced
Target Audience: Digital forensic investigators, incident responders, law enforcement professionals, and cybersecurity professionals
Criteria: Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity, networking, operating systems, and digital forensics recommended.
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $ 1,699
Your Price: $ 1,529
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Cloud Security Engineer (C|CSE) validates the knowledge and skills required to design, implement, manage, and secure cloud environments using industry best practices.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Target Audience: Cloud engineers, cloud administrators, security engineers, and IT professionals working with cloud technologies
Criteria: Basic understanding of cloud computing, networking, and cybersecurity principles recommended.
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $ 1,699
Your Price: $ 1,529
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Offensive AI Security Professional (C|OASP) focuses on identifying, assessing, and exploiting security vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence systems and applications using offensive security techniques.
Level: Advanced
Target Audience: AI security professionals, penetration testers, red team members, and cybersecurity professionals working with AI systems
Criteria: Prior knowledge of cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and artificial intelligence concepts recommended.
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $ 2,199
Your Price: $ 1,979
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Responsible Governance & Ethics (C|RAGE) focuses on the governance, risk management, ethics, compliance, and responsible use of artificial intelligence within organizations.
Level: Advanced
Target Audience: AI governance professionals, risk managers, compliance professionals, security leaders, and technology decision-makers
Criteria: Basic understanding of artificial intelligence, IT systems, or organizational risk management recommended.
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $ 1,399
Your Price: $ 1,259
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) provides hands-on training in ethical hacking, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, network security, and attack techniques. Participants learn to identify and address security weaknesses using tools and methodologies employed by cybersecurity professionals.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced Target Audience: Cybersecurity professionals, security analysts, network administrators, and aspiring ethical hackers
Criteria: Foundational knowledge of networking, operating systems, and cybersecurity recommended Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,699
Your Price: $1,529.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified AI Program Manager (C|AIPM) provides training in AI project planning, program management, implementation strategies, risk assessment, and responsible AI adoption. Participants learn to coordinate AI initiatives, manage resources, and align AI solutions with organizational goals.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: Project managers, program managers, IT professionals, business leaders, and professionals overseeing AI initiatives
Criteria: Basic understanding of project management, business operations, or artificial intelligence recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,399
Your Price: $1,259.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Penetration Testing Professional (C|PENT) provides advanced, hands-on training in penetration testing, vulnerability exploitation, network attacks, web application security, and security assessment methodologies. Participants develop practical skills to identify, exploit, and report security vulnerabilities in complex environments.
Level: Advanced
Target Audience: Penetration testers, ethical hackers, cybersecurity analysts, security consultants, and experienced IT security professionals
Criteria: Prior knowledge of ethical hacking, networking, and cybersecurity principles strongly recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,999
Your Price: $1,799.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) provides hands-on training in essential cybersecurity skills, including networking, system security, threat detection, incident response, ethical hacking fundamentals, and security operations.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Aspiring cybersecurity professionals, students, career changers, and IT support professionals
Criteria: No prior cybersecurity experience required
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified DevSecOps Engineer (E|CDE) provides hands-on training in integrating cybersecurity into software development and IT operations. Topics include secure coding, automated security testing, continuous integration and deployment, vulnerability management, and DevSecOps practices.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Target Audience: Software developers, DevOps engineers, IT professionals, security engineers, and application security specialists
Criteria: Basic knowledge of software development, IT operations, or cybersecurity recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity provides specialized training in securing industrial control systems and supervisory control and data acquisition environments. Topics include industrial network security, threat detection, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and protection of critical infrastructure.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: Cybersecurity professionals, industrial engineers, IT and OT specialists, network administrators, and critical infrastructure personnel
Criteria: Basic understanding of networking, cybersecurity, or industrial control systems recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Disaster Recovery Professional (E|DRP) provides training in disaster recovery planning, business continuity, risk assessment, incident management, and IT infrastructure restoration. Participants learn to develop and implement strategies that minimize operational disruptions and support organizational resilience.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: IT professionals, cybersecurity specialists, business continuity managers, risk managers, and disaster recovery coordinators
Criteria: Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, or business operations recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified SOC Analyst (C|SA) provides hands-on training in security operations center activities, including security monitoring, threat detection, log analysis, incident investigation, and security information and event management (SIEM) tools. Participants develop skills to identify, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Aspiring SOC analysts, cybersecurity students, IT support professionals, network administrators, and entry-level security professionals
Criteria: Basic understanding of networking and cybersecurity concepts recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Incident Handler (E|CIH) provides hands-on training in cybersecurity incident detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery. Participants learn to investigate security incidents, respond to cyberattacks, manage digital evidence, and implement effective incident response procedures.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: Cybersecurity analysts, incident responders, SOC professionals, network administrators, and IT security specialists
Criteria: Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems, and cybersecurity fundamentals recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (C|TIA) provides training in cyber threat intelligence collection, analysis, and reporting. Topics include threat actor identification, intelligence frameworks, threat modeling, open-source intelligence, and the use of actionable intelligence to strengthen organizational cybersecurity defenses.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: Cybersecurity analysts, threat intelligence professionals, SOC analysts, incident responders, and security researchers
Criteria: Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity, networking, and threat analysis recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $999
Your Price: $899.10
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C|CISO) provides advanced training in cybersecurity leadership, information security governance, risk management, strategic planning, financial management, and organizational security operations. Participants develop the skills to lead cybersecurity initiatives, align security strategies with business objectives, and manage enterprise-wide information security programs.
Level: Advanced to Executive
Target Audience: Cybersecurity managers, IT directors, security architects, aspiring Chief Information Security Officers, and experienced information security professionals
Criteria: Exam eligibility depends on professional experience and the certification level pursued (Associate C|CISO or C|CISO)
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: TBD
Your Price: TBD
The price includes the official EC-Council eligibility application process to determine which exam the participant qualifies for (Certified C|CISO or Associate C|CISO). Final eligibility is determined by EC-Council based on the applicant's professional experience and qualifications.
Plus an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email
Exam Eligibility: C|CISO vs. Associate C|CISO
Certified C|CISO Exam: Requires at least five years of verified information security management experience in three of the five C|CISO domains when completing official training.
Associate C|CISO Exam: Designed for emerging cybersecurity leaders who do not yet meet the full C|CISO experience requirements. Candidates generally need at least two years of technical or management experience in one C|CISO domain, an eligible professional certification (CISSP, CISM, or CISA), or qualifying academic credentials through an EC-Council Academia Partner.
Both pathways use the same training curriculum. Associate C|CISO holders can pursue the full C|CISO certification after meeting the required professional experience and examination requirements.
EC-Council Essentials
Artificial Intelligence Essentials (AI|E) provides foundational training in artificial intelligence concepts, machine learning, AI applications, and responsible AI practices. Participants explore how AI technologies work, their practical applications across industries, and the security and ethical considerations associated with their use.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, career changers, IT professionals, and individuals interested in artificial intelligence
Criteria: No prior artificial intelligence or technical experience required
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
DevSecOps Essentials (D|SE) provides introductory training in integrating cybersecurity into software development and IT operations. Topics include secure development practices, automated security testing, vulnerability management, and the fundamentals of DevSecOps workflows.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Software developers, IT professionals, aspiring DevOps engineers, and individuals interested in application security
Criteria: Basic understanding of IT systems or software development recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
Cloud Security Essentials (C|SE) provides foundational training in cloud computing security, including cloud infrastructure, identity and access management, data protection, security risks, and cloud security best practices. Participants learn essential concepts for protecting cloud-based systems and information.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, aspiring cybersecurity professionals, IT support specialists, and individuals interested in cloud computing
Criteria: Basic computer and IT knowledge recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
Digital Forensics Essentials (D|FE) provides introductory training in digital investigations, evidence collection, forensic analysis, and cybercrime investigation techniques. Participants learn how digital evidence is identified, preserved, and analyzed to support cybersecurity investigations.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, aspiring digital forensic investigators, cybersecurity professionals, and individuals interested in cybercrime investigations
Criteria: Basic computer knowledge recommended; no prior digital forensics experience required
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
Threat Intelligence Essentials (T|IE) provides foundational training in identifying, analyzing, and understanding cybersecurity threats. Topics include threat intelligence collection, threat actor identification, cyber threat analysis, and the use of intelligence to support security decisions.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, aspiring cybersecurity analysts, IT professionals, and individuals interested in cyber threat intelligence
Criteria: Basic understanding of computers and cybersecurity concepts recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
SOC Essentials (S|CE) provides introductory training in security operations center activities, including security monitoring, threat detection, incident analysis, and cybersecurity response procedures. Participants learn how security teams identify and respond to potential threats using common security operations practices.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, aspiring SOC analysts, IT support professionals, and individuals interested in cybersecurity operations
Criteria: Basic computer and networking knowledge recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
IoT Security Essentials (I|SE) provides foundational training in securing Internet of Things devices and connected systems. Topics include IoT architecture, device vulnerabilities, network security, data protection, and strategies for reducing security risks in connected environments.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, IT professionals, aspiring cybersecurity specialists, and individuals interested in connected technologies
Criteria: Basic understanding of computers and networking recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
Network Defense Essentials (N|DE) provides foundational training in network security, including network architecture, common cyber threats, access controls, firewalls, intrusion detection, and defensive security practices. Participants develop an understanding of how to protect networks from unauthorized access and cyberattacks.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, aspiring cybersecurity professionals, network administrators, and IT support specialists
Criteria: Basic computer knowledge recommended; no prior network security experience required
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
Ethical Hacking Essentials (E|HE) provides introductory training in ethical hacking principles, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, penetration testing fundamentals, and common attack techniques. Participants learn how ethical hackers identify security weaknesses and help organizations strengthen their defenses.
Level: Entry
Target Audience: Students, aspiring ethical hackers, cybersecurity beginners, IT professionals, and career changers
Criteria: Basic computer and networking knowledge recommended; no prior ethical hacking experience required
Duration: 12 weeks
Your Price: $299
