Cloud Security

Sheridan College - Davis
Canada, Ontario, Brampton

Study location	Canada, Ontario, Brampton
Type	Graduate Certificate, College
Nominal duration	1 year/ 2 semesters
Study language	English
Course code	PCLSE

Tuition fee	CA$18,580 per year The fees are for the 2024–2025 academic year and include tuition (CA$16,609), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change.
Registration fee	CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy.

Tuition fee

CA$18,580 per year

The fees are for the 2024–2025 academic year and include tuition (CA$16,609), health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change.

Registration fee

CA$400 one-time

The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).

Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy.

Entry qualification	Undergraduate Diploma (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess: A Post-secondary diploma, advanced diploma or degree in information technology, computer science or equivalent fields. Note: Applicants applying with a degree in science will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Entry qualification

Undergraduate Diploma (or higher)

To be eligible for admission, you must possess:

A Post-secondary diploma, advanced diploma or degree in information technology, computer science or equivalent fields.

Note: Applicants applying with a degree in science will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Language requirements	English If English is not your first language, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below: IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 (min Listening: 6.0, min Reading: 6.0, min Writing: 6.0, min Speaking: 6.0) TOEFL (IBT): Total score of 88 (min Reading: 21, min Listening: 21, min Speaking: 21, min Writing: 21) Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 115 (with no individual subscore lower than 95) Other accepted language tests or evaluation methods.

Language requirements

English

If English is not your first language, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:

IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 (min Listening: 6.0, min Reading: 6.0, min Writing: 6.0, min Speaking: 6.0)

TOEFL (IBT): Total score of 88 (min Reading: 21, min Listening: 21, min Speaking: 21, min Writing: 21)

Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 115 (with no individual subscore lower than 95)

Other accepted language tests or evaluation methods.

More information	sheridancollege.ca/programs/cloud-security

Learn to navigate the unique security challenges of cloud environments.

Specialized training for an in-demand role

As the use of cloud computing grows, so does the need for professionals who can navigate and secure cloud environments. Stand out to employers with a graduate certificate focusing specifically on cloud security — the first credential of its kind offered by Ontario public colleges. In just eight months, you’ll understand theory behind cloud security and know how to apply it in real-world scenarios.

Comprehensive curriculum

This program covers a wide range of topics that provide a well-rounded understanding of cloud principles and practices, including:

Linux operating systems.
Designing and securing infrastructures in cloud-based ecosystems.
Vulnerability management strategies.
Unique challenges and solutions within cloud architectures.
DevSecOps software development best practices.

Start or advance your cloud security education journey

No previous cloud security training is required for entry into this specialized program. It could be your first step towards further education in the field, including an Amazon Web Services (AWS) certification.

It can also enhance your existing computer science expertise or complement other graduate certificate programs at Sheridan, such as Internet of Things and Machine Intelligence.

The technical knowledge and hands-on experience you gain in Sheridan’s Cloud Security graduate certificate program will prepare you to work in a variety of roles that enhance the security of cloud environments, including: