Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate V2
Issued by
Coursera
Those who earn the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, developed by Google, have demonstrated their competence in foundational cybersecurity tactics. Through hands-on activities and assessments, graduates develop proficiency in identifying common risks and vulnerabilities and using Python, Linux, SQL, SIEM tools, and Intrusion Detection Systems to mitigate threats, preparing them for entry-level roles in cybersecurity.
Additional DetailsSkills
- Authentication
- Cybersecurity Assessment
- Information Assurance
- Information Security
- Information Systems
- Intrusion Detection and IDS tools
- Linux
- Network Analyzer (sniffing) tools
- Network Security
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Python
- Risk Assessment
- Risk Management Framework
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
- SQL
- Threat Analysis
- Vulnerability Assessment
Earning Criteria
Standards
The learning outcomes and skills acquired can be recognized as modules in subsequent educational courses, with a recommendation for recognition at EQF levels 5 and 6 for their designated ECTS credits. This certificate includes a workload of approximately 171 learning hours, providing a comprehensive learning experience.
Higher Education Institutions within the European Higher Education Area are obligated to recognize prior learning and non-formal learning experience, accepting up to a certain amount from non-university modules, provided there are no major differences in learning outcomes. Specific acceptance and applicability may vary by institution.
Endorsements
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American Council on Education
This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 9 college credits. For more information about ACE Learning Evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu. -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Introduction to Linux in the lower-division undergraduate category -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Attacks and Exploits in the lower-division undergraduate category -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Security Fundamentals in the lower-division undergraduate category -
FIBAA
This credential has been successfully certified by the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation and is recommended for recognition of up to 7 ECTS credits. For more information about FIBAA, visit www.fibaa.org. -
FIBAA
7 semester hours
