AA/AS in Information Science/Studies

The Cybersecurity and Networking program at Southwestern Illinois College prepares students for entry-level jobs in two expanding technology fields. Courses are delivered through the Cisco Networking Academy and lead to digital badges as well as a pathway toward CCNA and CompTIA credentials. Students may start with a networking certificate, move on to a cybersecurity specialist certificate, or complete an applied science degree that adds general education. Anyone already holding a degree from an accredited school can use an accelerated route that skips the general education portion. Classes meet in person or online at the Granite City and Belleville sites, and new students can begin in fall, spring or summer. An articulation agreement lets the degree transfer completely into a bachelor's program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.