Cybersecurity Technician Course
Start training online for a new career in tech. Become a tech specialist with the Cybersecurity Technician course with CanScribe. Graduate and start working in less than a year!
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10.5 Month Hands-On Cybersecurity Technician Course
If you are looking for a new career in the tech industry that allows you to help people improve their current technical setup, this is the course for you.
We provide all the knowledge and support you need to get trained and get working as quickly as possible. Our strong industry connections play a major role in that, including our partnership with Total Support Solutions (TSS). This program has been created in conjunction with TSS and CompTIA.
CanScribe Career College is the Best Choice for a Cybersecurity Technician Training
✓ CanScribe has the most detailed program available and you can graduate online in less than 1 year.
✓ We have partnered with Total Support Solutions, so our students are sure to receive a top-quality educational experience.
✓ Our Cybersecurity Technician Course is designed with all learning styles in mind, so you can ensure you get to learn the way you want.
Why take this Cybersecurity Technician course?
This program provides a comprehensive pathway for students seeking to build and advance their expertise in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity. The program begins with foundational training in IT concepts and system administration through CompTIA A+ Cyber, establishing core competencies in hardware, software, networking, and operating systems. Learners then progress to CompTIA Security+, acquiring the knowledge and practical skills necessary to secure networks, applications, and data, while ensuring system integrity and availability.
Advanced coursework in CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) focuses on threat detection, vulnerability management, incident response, and the application of industry frameworks to maintain operational resilience. Students further develop specialized expertise through Ethical Hacker Pro and CompTIA PenTest+, where they apply ethical hacking techniques, conduct penetration testing, and evaluate security across enterprise, cloud, and IoT environments.
In addition to technical proficiency, the program emphasizes communication, teamwork, and project management, preparing graduates to thrive in collaborative professional environments. Learners also develop career readiness skills, ensuring adaptability and ongoing professional growth. Graduates will be well-positioned to pursue roles such as cybersecurity technician, system analyst, or penetration tester, equipped with the knowledge, certifications, and practical experience to safeguard digital infrastructure in diverse organizations.
INCLUDED IN THE CYBERSECURITY TECHNICIAN COURSE
- Access to all CanScribe staff via email, live chat and toll-free phone numbers.
- Training on current and relevant industry approved curriculum, where employers had input in the program development.
- Courses hosted on state-of-the-art Learning Management Systems.
- Access to staff, students, and graduates via online event rooms and forums.
- Scheduled online events with CanScribe staff and guest speakers.
- Regular follow-ups from Student Services.
- Instructor graded exams.
- Lifetime graduate support.
- Flexible payment plans.
- Instructors available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
This program does not require approval through PTIRU.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12 diploma or be a mature student (aged 19 at the start of the course). A copy of the student’s high school diploma is required if they are under the age of 19. If an applicant is under 19, a parent or guardian must sign on behalf of the applicant.
A copy of a government-issued piece of photo identification, such as a driver’s license, passport or other, which shows the student's date of birth.
Distance Learning students must have a PC (Mac or Windows-based) with minimum computer requirements and Internet access (high speed is recommended) as highlighted under the Computer Requirements section.
If English is not the student’s native language, the student must provide confirmation that they have achieved the minimum test score
from one of the following:
- IELTS 6 or higher with no module less than 5.5
- TOEFL with a minimum score of 60
- 5 Star English with a minimum grade of 70%
We also recommend that you use the latest version of either Firefox or Chrome as your browser.
INTERNET SPEED
It is recommended that you have high-speed internet access. This is not a requirement to take the program, but if you are interested in working from home, all employers require high-speed Internet. This means you have a download speed of 15 megabits per second and an upload speed of 5 megabits per second.
The program is 883 total hours long, however, you have 10.5 months to complete it. That is less than 22-hours per week if you take the program full-time.
Most graduates will see a starting hourly wage of between $25 and $33 per hour!
This is a fast growing industry and AI can't replace the large majority of workers. AI is a tool for tech workers to become faster and more efficient, if you look at the data, you'll see growth... and rapid demand for well qualified people.
Yes! Many tech support workers work from home, so it is a real option for you. Whether you want to work face-to-face with people, or virtually, there are options available to you.
Students are able to purchase extensions gives them more time in their program. Extensions can be purchased at a rate of $150 for one month. Students can only purchase up to 3 months of additional time.
Great question! Our programs include ‘a little bit of everything.’ We design our content to work with every learning style. You will read, watch, interact with, and complete quizzes. You are not going to just sit around and read. You will watch videos, complete various activities that are designed to highlight the tech support career. This course is designed by real CompTIA Specialists to teach you what you need to know. No fluff.
The CanScribe CompTIA A+ Course is competency-based. This means you move on to the next level when you are competent in the material being taught.
Many of our students have previous experience in several of the concepts taught in the program. Although you cannot skip any courses in the program, you are able to challenge any unit tests and exercises. Students are able to attempt exercises in the program multiple times.
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Becoming a Skilled Cybersecurity Technician
Quality training will be the key to your success as a Cybersecurity Technician and CanScribe graduates are highly sought after by employers throughout the industry. The Cybersecurity Technician Course with CanScribe allows you to gain certification with CompTIA, which is recognized globally.
Students have 10.5 Months to complete the Cybersecurity Technician course and you can study in the privacy of your own home or learn on campus in Kelowna.
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