Foundations in IT

In this rapidly evolving digital age, organizations are increasingly adopting cloud platforms, making them susceptible to cyberattacks. There is also an increase in the demand for skilled individuals with cloud computing and data security skills.

The Foundations in IT Bridging Program provides Internationally Educated Professionals with comprehensive knowledge in the areas of Cloud Computing and Information Security (InfoSec).

The key areas we cover are:

- Cloud Concepts
- Cloud System Architecture
- Compliance
- Data Security
- Legal Risk
- Foundations in Project Management

This training enables IEPs to achieve two certifications: CCSK+ (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge) and CSA (Cloud System Architect).

Benefits for Participants

Job development: job leads, connections to employers, and work placement
Industry-specific training on workplace communication, pre-employment coaching, and technical skills training
Skill development to attain certification in Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK+) and Cloud Systems Architecture (CSA)
Free membership to Canada’s Association of IT Professionals (CIPS)
Access to the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) skills assessment
One-on-one job search and job coaching support

Program Eligibility

To be eligible for the Foundations in IT program, you must:

Have previous education or work experience in IT from outside Canada
Have one of the following statuses:
- Naturalized Canadian citizen
- Permanent resident
- Convention refugee with a valid open work permit
- Refugee claimant with a valid open work permit
- CUAET visa holder with a valid open work permit
Be a resident of the province of Ontario
Have attained at least Level 7 Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment
Possess accredited post-secondary education

Program Duration

This program is a total of 11 weeks, consisting of asynchronous and synchronous learning, which includes the following areas:

Sector-specific training that prepares participants for the CCSK+ (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge) and CSA (Cloud System Architect) exams
Employment and job search workshops as well as job search assistance
Check-ins and follow-ups after program completion

What You'll Gain from the Program

Placement into a full-time job opportunity in the field
Industry recognized certification in Cloud Security
Structured support and training on employability and communication skills and understanding of the Canadian job market
Job search support and coaching for résumé writing, interview skills, and how to network to optimize your job search

Registration Fee

The program’s registration fee is $500, which covers:

Two exam tokens for CCSK+ (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge)
Two exam tokens for CSA (Cloud System Architect)
Study materials, including PDF documents, study workbooks, lab workbooks
Membership to Canada’s Association of IT Professionals (CIPS)
A skills assessment using the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA)
Job search support
Employer connections

Check in with us for financial aid options.

Learn More about the IT Program

Apply to the Ontario Bridge Training Program!

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