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$7 Million Allocation for Cyber Security Technician (C|CT) Scholarship Program

We are pleased to announce the renewal of our C|CT Cybersecurity Scholarship Program.

Launched in March 2023 with an initial investment of $3.5 million, the CCT Scholarship Program received a significant response, with applications pouring in from 170 countries. This global interest highlights the widespread demand for cybersecurity expertise and ensures a diverse pool of candidates with varied perspectives, essential for effectively addressing cyber threats.

The Scholarship Program has become a cornerstone in tackling the global cybersecurity workforce deficit. By nurturing a diverse and skilled talent pool, EC-Council is actively strengthening global cybersecurity resilience. Our continued commitment to this initiative, aligned with our mission to empower individuals and organizations with cybersecurity expertise, signals a future where digital environments are safer for everyone.

For more insights, you can download the Impact of CCT Scholarship report.

Mission:

At a time when governments, critical infrastructure, and industries across the globe are under a constant threat of ever-evolving attack vectors, the demand for cybersecurity professionals has outpaced the supply. This new initiative will accomplish the following:

As a commitment to closing the cybersecurity workforce gap by creating multi-domain cyber technicians, EC-Council pledges $7 million towards C|CT education and certification Scholarships to certify approximately 20,000 cyber professionals ready to contribute to the industry. 

This scholarship initiative will offer successful awardees a unique, entry-level technical course which will be partially funded by EC-Council and will cover complete fees for instruction, e-courseware, practical hands-on labs, critical thinking challenges, and live Cyber Range activities.

Successful awardees will receive a scholarship to cover the cost of the education, and certification resources. The scholarship will not cover the certification exams proctoring and technology fee of $199, which the awardees will be required to pay to avail the benefits of this program.

C|CT Cybersecurity Scholarship

Official Curricula e-Courseware covering 22 Immersive Modules
 200 Hours of Premium Learning
85 Hands-On Labs ( to practice everything you learn)
Proctored Exam Voucher for the Performance- Based Exam
2,400 Pages of Content (includes 900 pages of lab guides)

How do I Apply for this Cybersecurity Scholarship?

01

Apply

Complete and submit the application form.

02

Verify

EC-Council will reconvene in 3 weeks or less on the status of your scholarship application.

03

Accept

Upon acceptance, your scholarship will be applied and is available immediately. You may proceed to submit the $199 USD payment within 7 days of the scholarship being granted.

Register to Apply for Cybersecurity Scholarship

Impact of EC-Council’s C|CT Scholarship Program to Development of Global Cyber Talent Pool

The scholarship program catered to a broad range of aspiring cybersecurity professionals, including high school students, university students, and working professionals seeking to enter or advance their careers in cybersecurity profession. Due to overwhelming demand globally, EC-Council extended the application deadline, further demonstrating its commitment to empowering aspiring cybersecurity professionals worldwide.

Why People Love C|CT

Learn what our students have to share about their training experience and how earning the C|CT certification impacted their careers.

Unique Benefits You Get from the Certified Cybersecurity Technician C|CT Program

Strong Foundational Coverage:

The Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) raises the bar for entry-level cybersecurity programs. The C|CT provides immersive, foundational cybersecurity domain coverage, including key concepts, practical hands-on labs, and critical thinking challenges to produce world-class cyber security professionals.

Attain Multi-domain Skills
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Network Security
  • Digital Forensics
  • SOC
  • Threat Intelligence & Hunting
  • Incident Handling
  • Risk Management
  • Governance & Compliance
  • BC & DR
  • Application Security
  • Configuration & Asset Management
  • OT Security
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Network Log Monitoring & Analysis
Gain & Validate Hands-on Technical Skills
The C|CT offers individuals who are starting their IT and cybersecurity careers a training and certification program to gain, build, and validate their hands-on technical skills across a wide range of topics in the various domains mentioned above.

Hands-on Labs

The C|CT includes 85 hands-on labs (three times more than any entry level certification), ensuring hands-on skill development in the course.

Performance Based Exam

Measuring more than the knowledge transferred, C|CT exams are delivered on a live cyber range to validate the skills candidates need to thrive in a cybersecurity role and prove themselves to potential employers. Attaining this certification proves your skills.

Capture the Flag

The C|CT certification offers capture the flag (CTF) style critical thinking challenges, putting knowledge into practice and providing a proven record of skill demonstration.

Live Range Experience
The C|CT program is delivered on a live cyber range, utilizing live targets and real attack systems for a truly immersive, realistic practice and assessment platform.

“For decades, there has been a serious lack of technical cybersecurity competencies, across many industries. EC-Council is proud to give back to the community by making its commercial, world-class Certified Cybersecurity Technician program available to aspiring professionals via its scholarship initiative.” 

JAY BAVISI
Group CEO and President, EC-Council.

C|CT Scholarship Goal:

Cybersecurity Workforce

By 2025, train at least 20,000 skilled, workforce ready, Cybersecurity technicians through scholarship. 

Enhanced Technical Skills

Administering hands-on learning with curated labs and live cyber range access to scholarship recipients. 

Multi-Domain Skills

Cross-training Cybersecurity technicians in various domains to support a strong skills foundation and career mobility. 

Availability

Offering complete C|CT training and certification scholarships to candidates who may not otherwise have the means to pursue this type of education and certification. 

Who Should Apply for this Cybersecurity Scholarship?

High School Students
Get an early start on your cybersecurity career and master security fundamentals online.
College/University Students
Prepare for a cybersecurity career, and improve your IT education.
Working Professionals
Transition into a cybersecurity career, even if you aren’t sure where to begin your educational journey.
IT Professionals
Switch your career easily from IT to cybersecurity.

Anyone who wants to start a career in cybersecurity can apply for EC-Council’s C|CT scholarship.

What is Covered in the Scholarship?

Official Curricula e-Courseware covering 22 Immersive Modules

200 Hours of Video Based Learning of the C|CT course

85 Hands- on Labs (to practice everything you’re learning)

Capture the Flag Exercises
Certification Exam Voucher for Performance-based Exam

2400 Pages of Content (includes 900 pages of lab guides)

Why Pursue a Career in Cybersecurity?

$78,603 to $113,190

Is the Average Salary range for an Entry Level Cyber Security Job per year in the United States.
(as per salary.com)

3.5 Million

job vacancies in the world by 2025

2.4x

faster growth in employer demand for cybersecurity professionals than the overall rate across the U.S. economy.

0%

Unemployment
Rate

EC-Council’s Scholarship offers

(C|CT) Certified Cybersecurity Technician Program

The world’s only entry-level certification that builds multi-domain technical skills, hands-on!
3.5m
Job Vacancies in the world till 2025
0%
Unemployment Rate

Our Certified Members Work at :

EC-Council’s Impact on Cybersecurity

145
COUNTRIES
220,000
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS
3,000
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES
350
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS

Since 2003, EC-Council has been recognized globally as a pioneer in the ethical hacking training and certification industry. The CEH certification is one of the most respected certification programs in the world today. It has gained recognition from the US Department of Defense, US Army, US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Airforce, British NCSC, ANSI, and several other reputable international entities.

Creators of Globally Recognized & Highly Sought After

Certified Network Defender
Computer Hacking & Forensics Investigator
Certified SOC Analyst
EC-Council Incident Handling
Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst
Certified Penetration Testing Professional
to view more, certifications visit: www.eccouncil.org/programs

Frequently Asked Questions

I don’t have any experience—can I really start a career in cybersecurity?

Yes, you can start a career in cybersecurity even if you don’t have any prior experience. In fact, according to a study by (ISC)², 57% of cybersecurity professionals in the U.S. entered the field without prior experience in the industry. As Vasu Jakkal (Corporate Vice President of Security, Compliance, and Identity at Microsoft) has rightly said, “Cybersecurity needs you.” With the right training and education, you can gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this field.

Being a Non-IT professional, can I find a job in cybersecurity?

Yes, non-IT professionals can find a job in cybersecurity. According to recent industry reports, there will be 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity jobs globally by 2025. Many organizations are looking for individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with non-IT experience, to fill these roles.

Do I need to know coding to become a cybersecurity professional?

No, you do not need to know coding to become a cybersecurity professional. According to a recent study by (ISC)², only 20% of cybersecurity professionals listed coding as a necessary skill in their job. However, it is beneficial to have some knowledge of programming languages, as it can enhance your ability to understand and analyze malicious code.

How quickly can I transition from IT professional to Cybersecurity?

The transition from IT to cybersecurity can vary depending on your current skills and experience as well as the specific role into which you are looking to transition. It is important to note that cybersecurity roles often require specialized knowledge and certifications, such as a C|EH or C|CT. Therefore, start by researching and gaining knowledge in the specific areas of cybersecurity you are interested in, and then pursue relevant certifications. Additionally, gaining hands-on experience through internships or entry-level cybersecurity positions can help speed up the transition process.

Do cybersecurity professionals get paid more than IT professionals?

Without a doubt, cybersecurity professionals typically earn higher salaries than IT professionals. A recent Burning Glass report states a 300% increase in demand for cybersecurity job postings compared to the overall IT job market. According to IBM, cybersecurity jobs also pay 16% — or about $13,000 — more than the average for all IT jobs. The average advertised salary for a cybersecurity job is now $93,540.

What are the primary skills I need to learn to pursue a cybersecurity career?

To join a cybersecurity job, the primary skills one should focus on learning include the following:
• Network security and administration
• Risk management and compliance
• Cybersecurity policies and procedures
• Cyber crime investigation and forensic analysis
• Information security management
• Communication and presentation skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

What will I learn from EC-Council's C|CT program?

The EC-Council certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) program provides an entry-level certification that validates foundational technical, hands-on, and multi-domain skills across network defense, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and security operations. Upon completing the program, you will be well-prepared to take on a role as a cybersecurity technician and handle a wide range of complex issues related to securing software, networks, and IT systems against common cyberthreats and attacks.

Do I get access to practical labs?

Yes, the C|CT certification program is the world’s-only entry-level program to provide total foundational cybersecurity domain coverage with 85 hands-on labs (three times more than any other entry-level certification), ensuring realistic, practical skill development.

What do I get if I am awarded the C|CT Global Scholarship?

Successful scholarship awardees will need to pay a small fee ($199) to cover the exam proctoring and technology fee for the certification exam and will receive the following:

  • Official Curricula e-Courseware Covering 22 Immersive Modules (1-year access)
  • 200 Hours of Premium Learning
  • 85 Hands-On Labs to Practice Everything That You Are Learning (6-month access)
  • A proctored exam voucher for the performance-based exam (1-year validity)
  • 2,400 Pages of Content (includes 900 pages of lab guides)
  • Official EC-Council certification
Do I get to learn ethical hacking with the C|CT Global Scholarship?

Yes, EC-Council’s Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) program includes a module on ethical handling and compliance in cybersecurity. The topics covered include data privacy, legal and regulatory compliance, and responsible use of cybersecurity tools and techniques.

Can I get employed with Top 500 Fortune companies?

Yes, pursuing this certification from EC-Council will positively increase your chances of getting hired by a Fortune 500 company. EC-Council is recognized globally as a pioneer and inventor of the ethical hacking training and certification (C|EH) program and other niche cybersecurity programs endorsed and valued by governments, and public and private sector organizations, including 7 Fortune 10 companies, 47 Fortune 100 companies, the U.S. Department of Defense, global intelligence communities, and NATO.

How do I approach my company to sponsor my scholarship?

To approach your company to sponsor the EC-Council’s Certified Cybersecurity Technician C|CT scholarship, you can share a letter (a sample draft letter can be accessed on this link) detailing the following:• benefits of pursuing the C|CT program for both the company and your career
• statistics and data on the rising cyberthreats and costs of data breaches to companies
• the importance of investing in cybersecurity to protect the company’s assets and reputation
• a proposal of how the scholarship will provide financial assistance and the EC-Council legacy of being a globally recognized and trusted certifying organization in the cybersecurity industry
Follow up with the company after a few days to check on the status of your request.

What happens if I do not accept the grant within 7 days?

As we expect there to be more applications than the number of seats available for the scholarship, failure to accept the scholarship within 7 days of the award will render the award as rescinded and EC-Council reserves the right to provide that award to other candidates. 

For how many days is the C|CT Scholarship exam voucher valid for?

The exam voucher is valid for a period of 1 year from the acceptance of the scholarship application.

How do I get into cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing industry, and to excel in this field, it is important to have a robust knowledge base and establish a strong foundational skill set. The Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT) by EC-Council is an entry-level cybersecurity program that empowers individuals starting their careers in IT and cybersecurity with valuable insights and essential expertise. Career starters looking to get into cybersecurity can leverage the EC-Council CCT scholarship: which aims to empower aspirants with entry-level technical skills. Through the scholarship initiative, EC-Council aims to foster multi-domain cyber technicians and train around 20,000 professionals to contribute to this dynamic industry. Since this is a partial cybersecurity scholarship, recipients will still be required to pay a nominal fee of $199 to cover exam proctoring costs and technology fees.

Is C|CT accredited?

C|CT is accredited by the ANAB (ANSI National Accreditation Board) under the ISO/IEC 17024 standards.

  • This is a partial scholarship which will cover fees for instruction, e-courseware, practical hands-on labs, critical thinking challenges, and live Cyber Range activities. The scholarship will not cover the certification exams proctoring and technology fee (of $199) which must be borne by the applicant. Please apply for this scholarship only if you can bear this fee.
  • Scholarships are limited in number and subject to availability
  • C|CT vouchers issued through the scholarship cannot be redeemed for their monetary value.
  • Candidates are requested to furnish true and accurate information. Failing to do so will result in the immediate disqualification of their application.
  • It is mandatory to share the contact details and designation of a verifier who can validate the claims made by the applicant.
  • Scholarships will be granted at the sole discretion of EC-Council.
  • Scholarships are not available with any other discount or special pricing offer. Decisions with regards to scholarships are final, and no further correspondence will be considered.
  • This Scholarship is nontransferable, and partial. The recipient must bear the cost of the exam proctoring and technology fees of $199. The applicant must pay this fee within 7 days of the scholarship being granted. This fee is non-refundable.
  • Inability to pay the certification exams proctoring and technology fee and/or changing your program start date will result in forfeiture of any scholarship awarded.
  • The deadline for scholarship submissions is March 31st 2025.

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