The Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship Program will help address critical workforce needs in the cybersecurity field while creating educational pathways that ensure students are career-ready upon graduation. Program partner Advantage Consulting & Solutions is a leading provider of cybersecurity training and solutions, working with educational institutions and businesses to address the critical need for skilled cybersecurity professionals in today’s workforce.
Ten students from WCCD, Trenholm State Community College, and Enterprise State Community College will be selected to participate in the program, slated to begin in the Spring 2025 semester. Participating students will enroll in a 16-week course that includes both hands-on labs and paid on-the-job training with industry partners. Each college will offer the course as a co-op, practicum, or internship for 3 credits, allowing students to earn academic credit while gaining practical cybersecurity experience.
For more information about the Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship Program, to inquire about student application details, or to participate as a fellowship host, please complete the form below or contact Martha Compton at 334-556-6822 or mcompton@wallace.edu.