Unlock Cybersecurity Education with a Scholarship from the National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy
175 Graduate Certificate Scholarships Available for HS Cyber Teachers
Are you a high school teacher interested in empowering the next generation to navigate today’s digital landscape securely? The National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy (NCTA) offers an incredible opportunity to gain specialized skills in cybersecurity education and bring this critical knowledge into your classroom.
NCTA is a graduate certificate program designed specifically for high school teachers. Through online summer courses, you’ll dive into key topics like cybersecurity fundamentals, network security, and advanced cybersecurity concepts. This program prepares you to confidently teach high school cybersecurity courses, enhancing both your professional expertise and your students’ future readiness. Depending on the participating institution, some programs are delivered synchronously and some are delivered asynchronously. A list of participating universities along with courses of student and delivery method can be found here.
Applications are open now, and scholarships are available to cover tuition costs! But hurry—the scholarship application deadline is January 15, 2025.
Apply now to be part of a program supported by the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) and the National Security Agency. For details, read the program descriptions and FAQ on the official website.
Don’t miss this chance to join a community of educators dedicated to building a secure future for students everywhere!
Resources:
Overview: https://teachcyber.org/ncta/
Promo Flier: https://teachcyber.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NCTA-Flyer-Print-Version-_Final2.pdf
Program Descriptions: https://teachcyber.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/NCTAProgramDescriptionsNov2024.pdf