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IT Launchpad Pathway

Designed specifically for beginners and those with little to no experience in the IT field, the Launchpad Pathway provides a comprehensive foundation in the essentials of IT. This track is perfect for individuals looking to start a new career in tech. Our curriculum covers everything from basic computer literacy to foundational programming skills, network administration, and cybersecurity basics. With hands-on training and support from dedicated instructors, students will be equipped with the skills necessary to land their first IT job and begin a promising career.

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To learn more about the IT Launchpad Pathway, you can reach Continuing Education by calling 757-683-5650, emailing cepd@odu.edu, or completing the quick form below.

  • The Cloud Fundamentals Certificate program is designed to help students learn essential cloud computing principles, covering concepts, governance, security, and service support. Explore how the cloud facilitates remote connection of critical services and data, enabling businesses globally to pursue digital transformation and enhance agility.

  • The Cybersecurity Audit Certificate equips audit and assurance professionals with the necessary expertise to thrive in assessing cybersecurity processes, policies, and tools. It aids in fortifying organizational infrastructure against cyber threats. Additionally, this certificate offers IT risk professionals insights into cyber-related risks and strategies for mitigating them.

  • Candidates for the Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate demonstrate their understanding of the principles that define cybersecurity, and the crucial function of cybersecurity professionals in protecting enterprise data and infrastructure. This program is designed for entry-level and rising professionals.

  • With the Data Science Fundamentals Certificate, you'll showcase your comprehension of vital data analysis principles and techniques for leveraging data in guiding strategic business choices. You'll be able to articulate data attributes, classifications, applications, and frameworks, delineate various data management systems, and discuss fundamental principles and protocols of data governance.

  • The IT Audit Fundamentals Certificate establishes a groundwork of knowledge and expertise essential for a successful career as an IT auditor. It encompasses fundamental audit principles, effective control utilization for conducting objective audits, and the hands-on application of audit principles in real-world scenarios.

  • The IT Risk Fundamentals Certificate is designed for individuals seeking to gain insight into risk and information and technology (I&T)-related risk. It can be used as a pathway to the CRISC® certification.

  • Through the Networks and Infrastructure Fundamentals Certificate, you'll bolster and validate your comprehension of network architecture, infrastructure, and components, along with mastering the foundational terminology of networking.

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