The White House on Monday announced a new pledge by a cyber certification organization to offer $15 million in scholarships for cybersecurity programs at educational institutions, with a goal of reaching more than 50,000 students.
U.S National Cyber Director Harry Coker Jr. said on Monday that EC-Council, a cybersecurity technical certification body, has pledged $15 million in scholarships to reach over 50,000 students, “supporting them in earning new industry credentials and participating in growing their cybersecurity skills through hands-on programs.”
EC-Council has created hundreds of certifications and training programs including the “Ethical Hacker” credential. The organization said that through the Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD), they plan to provide eight hands-on programs through their partnerships with 800 institutions across North America.
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