Learnix Center School Catalog: QA and Cybersecurity Courses

Since 2012, the Learnix Tree Center has been an authorized Training Provider Partner of Target Labs, Inc. and EC-Council. All instructors at the center are practicing IT professionals with over 20 years of experience and extensive academic training. The Learnix Tree Center offers comprehensive programs that combine academic education, hands-on practical experience, and the development of essential soft skills.

Mission Statement

The Learnix Tree Center, a career-technical school, offers comprehensive training in both software testing and cybersecurity. Our programs prepare students for roles as Quality Assurance Analysts, Software Testers, and Cybersecurity Technicians. The center’s robust curriculum, combined with extensive hands-on opportunities, equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the IT field. Additionally, our training prepares students to obtain an ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualification Board) Foundation Certification and the EC-Council Certified Cybersecurity Technician Certification.

Offered Academic Programs in Virginia

Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing
- Modality 1: On-campus (face-to-face)
- Modality 2: Distance Learning / Online Learning
Cybersecurity Technician
- Modality: Online

Powers, Duties and Responsibilities

The governing board consists of two co-founders:

• Andrew Duplyakin, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, is a seasoned IT professional with 20 years of experience in technology leadership. He possesses a blend of expertise in infrastructure and software architecture, system integration and analysis, as well as design and development. Andrew Duplyakin serves as the Director and Administrator of the school.

• Larry Poltavtsev, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, is the President and CEO of Target Labs, Inc. With nearly 20 years of experience in technology and entrepreneurship, he is a subject matter expert in IT consulting, staffing, security, and project development. Holding a PhD in Physical Chemistry, Larry has extensive knowledge of the IT industry and labor market and is an expert in IT career advising and development. He supervises and executes software testing projects for multiple Fortune 500 clients as the President of Target Labs. Larry Poltavtsev serves as an Administrator of the school.

The governing board reviews all school decisions and makes final approvals for all operations. The Director oversees day-to-day operations and makes recommendations to the governing board.

Facility and Equipment:

The facility consists of one classroom, a student lounge area, and an administrative office.

The school is equipped with main and backup WiFi routers to ensure reliable internet access, one overhead projector, and one smart TV. We utilize a variety of resources, including Bugzilla hosting subscriptions on Arvixe, Selenium IDE (an open-source automation testing tool), MySQL, JIRA, MS SQL Server 2014, and MS Azure.

Library:

The Learnix Tree Center library is conveniently located in the cloud on Google Drive, making it easily accessible for regular student use. The library includes a wide range of materials, such as assignment books, course materials and slides, handouts, testing documentation templates, sample project documentation, and testing metrics templates. This service is available to students 24/7 via the internet.

The Learnix Tree Center offers Certificates of Completion for two specialized programs: the Software Testing/Quality Assurance Program and the Cybersecurity Technician Program. Graduating students who have completed the 96 clock hours of instruction in the Software Testing/Quality Assurance Program will be eligible to sit for the ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualification Board) certification exam. Similarly, students who complete the 102 clock hours of instruction in the Cybersecurity Technician Program will be prepared to take the EC-Council Certified Cybersecurity Technician Certification exam.

The Learnix Tree Center is dedicated to training students for careers in Software Testing, Quality Assurance, and Cybersecurity.

The Learnix Tree Center offers its training programs in multiple modalities to accommodate different learning preferences. Our Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing program is available both on-campus (face-to-face) at our principal location at 1934 Old Gallows Road, Suite 350, Vienna, VA 22182, and through distance learning/online learning. The Cybersecurity Technician program is offered exclusively online.

Office Hours:

The Learnix Tree Center maintains the following business hours:

Monday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Tuesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Wednesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm

Outside of training hours, students are able to meet with instructors and administrators during the following office hours:

Monday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Tuesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Wednesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm

The Learnix Tree Center Calendar

Academic Terms:

Winter: November 25 – March 1
Spring/Summer: February 24 – August 21
Fall: August 24 – November 25
Winter: November 30 – March 1

Federal Holidays (School Closed):

New Year’s Day: January 1

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Third Monday of January

President’s Day (George Washington’s Birthday): Third Monday of February

Memorial Day: Last Monday in May

Juneteenth: June 19

Independence Day: July 4

Labor Day: First Monday in September

Indigenous Peoples’ Day (also observed as Columbus Day): Second Monday in October

Veterans Day: November 11

Thanksgiving Day: Fourth Thursday in November

Christmas Day: December 25

Student Communications / School Communications

The Learnix Tree Center emphasizes clear communication as a cornerstone of the educational process and upholds an open-door policy for both students and faculty members. We encourage students to engage with their instructors during class and actively participate in academic sessions. Beyond classroom hours, students can reach their instructors through various channels, including email, phone, voicemail, instant messaging, Zoom video conferencing, or by scheduling face-to-face meetings.

Furthermore, students are urged to collaborate with their peers both on-campus in study groups and off-campus through instructor-approved email lists, IM threads, and other communication platforms.

The administration of Learnix Tree Center is also readily accessible to both students and faculty. We welcome communication at any time, whether through face-to-face meetings, email, phone, or voicemail.

Off-Campus Activities/Outside Activities/Career Advising/Placement Assistance

The Learnix Tree Center provides a comprehensive Distance Learning/Online Learning program. All activities and guidelines related to this modality are detailed in our Distance Learning/Online Learning Policy, which is included in this catalog.

Additionally, Learnix Tree Center offers optional career development resources, including resume writing, soft skills development, interview training workshops, and placement assistance sessions. These are conducted by professional technical recruiters and life coaches. Each program includes two workshops, totaling six (6) hours of career-enhancing support.

Transferability of Courses, Diplomas, Certificates

Learnix Tree Center courses and certificates are designed to provide comprehensive training and education in the fields of Software Testing/QA and Cybersecurity. However, it is important to note that the transferability of coursework or certificates earned at Learnix Tree Center to other institutions is determined at the discretion of the receiving institution. Students intending to transfer credits or certificates should contact the admissions office of the receiving institution to understand its policies and requirements regarding transfer credits. Learnix Tree Center encourages students to keep all academic records and course syllabi, as these may be required by the receiving institution during the transfer process.

Admission, Entrance Requirements, and Enrollment

Applicants seeking admission to Learnix Tree Center must submit an Application for Admission/Enrollment. This application, along with the tuition payment, should be submitted before the start date of the training session. Please note that applications will not be processed without the accompanying tuition fee. Additionally, Learnix Tree Center does not accept transfer credits from other institutions.

Learnix Center entrance requirements:

18 years of age and older
Education level and proof: not required
Work Experience: not required
Government-issued ID

Student Disclosure Information

A student’s academic progress at Learnix Tree Center will be assessed using the following grading scale:

Pass Grades (P): A grade of P indicates successful completion of a course and carries credit. This grade requires performance equivalent to at least a letter grade of B.

Low Pass (LP): A grade of LP signifies satisfactory completion of a course and carries credit. This grade requires performance equivalent to at least a letter grade of C-.

No-Pass Grades (NP): A grade of NP indicates unsatisfactory performance in a course and results in no credit earned.

Incomplete Grade (I): An instructor may issue a grade of I (Incomplete) when certain criteria are met and satisfactory arrangements are made between the student and instructor. The deadline for completing an Incomplete is one calendar year, though the instructor may set a shorter deadline, which is binding. Failure to complete the requirements by the deadline will result in the grade of I automatically converting to a grade of NP.

Graduation Requirements:

• For the Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing program, students must successfully complete a minimum of 96 clock hours of course credit with grades of LP or better.

• For the Cybersecurity Technician program, students must successfully complete a minimum of 102 clock hours of course credit with grades of LP or better.

Students will receive their official progress reports within a week of the midterm and at the end of the training program.

Appeals and Grievances from Students

Overview: Students may appeal decisions regarding enrollment, grades, or general academic policies to the Learnix Tree Center following the procedures outlined below. Only students may submit appeals, which must be made within 30 days of the decision. Learnix Tree Center will respond to the appeal within 30 days.

Deadlines: Students wishing to appeal penalties related to missed deadlines must submit their appeals in writing to the Administrator of Learnix Tree Center.

Grading and Classroom Issues: Students who wish to appeal a grade must first attempt to resolve the issue with the course instructor. If the issue remains unresolved, the student should consult with the Program Director. Should this not lead to a resolution, the student may then appeal to the President of Learnix Tree Center.

Appealing to The Learnix Tree Center Rules: Students whose petitions for exemption from Learnix Tree Center rules have been denied by the Program Director may appeal to the President of Learnix Tree Center.

External Appeals:

If the above processes do not yield a satisfactory outcome, students may contact the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV):

• Address: 101 N. 14th Street, Richmond, VA 23219

• Phone: 804-225-2600

• Website: www.schev.edu

Students will not face discrimination by any school officials as a result of initiating a complaint.

Probation, Dismissal, and Readmission

A minimum grade average of LP must be maintained by all students. A student whose grades fall below this requirement will be placed on probation for one term. If the student does not achieve a cumulative grade of LP or better by the end of the term, they will be dismissed from the school.

A dismissed student may re-enter the program at the beginning of the next term if they petition the school’s admission committee with an explanation of how they have resolved the issues that caused their unsatisfactory progress or conduct.

The school will permanently retain a transcript of students’ academic and coursework. This record will include the academic and course progress at the school including programs of study, dates of enrollment, courses taken and completed, grades, and indications of the students’ states (graduated, on probation, etc.). The admission records for each student will be maintained by the school for three years after the student’s last date of attendance. The financial records for each student will be maintained by the school for three years after the student’s last date of attendance.

Student Records

The School will afford a student certain rights with respect to his or her educational records. These include:

The right to inspect and review his or her education records within 45 days of the day the school receives a request for access.
The right to request the amendment of education records that he or she believes are inaccurate or misleading.
The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in his or her education records. One exception that permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.

The School will maintain records on all enrolled students:

Each student’s application for admission and admissions records containing information regarding the educational qualifications of each regular student admitted that are relevant to the postsecondary school’s admissions standards. Each student record must reflect the requirements and justification for admission of the student to the postsecondary school. Admissions records must be maintained by the school, its successors, or its assigns for a minimum of three years after the student’s last date of attendance.
A transcript of each student’s academic or coursework at the school, which shall be retained permanently in either hard copy forms or in an electronic database with backup by the school, its successors, or its assigns.
A record of student academic or course progress at the school including programs of study, dates of enrollment, courses taken and completed, grades, and indication of the student’s current status (graduated, on probation, etc.) must be retained permanently. Any changes or alterations to student records must be accurately documented and signed by an appropriate school official.
A record of all financial transactions between each individual student and the school, including payments from the student, payments from other sources on the student’s behalf, and refunds. Fiscal records must be maintained for a minimum of three years after the student’s last date of attendance. When tuition and fees are paid by the student in installments, a clear disclosure of truth-in-lending statement must be provided to and signed by the student.
The school shall make the documents referenced in subdivisions 1 through 4 of this subsection available to the student upon request. Academic transcripts shall be provided upon request if the student is in good financial standing.

Student Conduct

The Learnix Tree Center Training Program provided for students is solely for training purposes. The Training Programs may not be copied, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or retransmitted in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, whether electrical, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the Learnix Tree Center.

Attendance/Leave of Absence Information

If a student’s absences exceed 15 clock hours of the scheduled hours in a program, the school will withdraw the student from the program unless a student requests a leave of absence as per the Learnix Center Leave of Absence Policy. A student would be required to withdraw and re-enroll at the beginning of the next term. If eligible a student should request a leave of absence as soon as possible but no later than within five (5) business days after missing 15 clock hours of the scheduled hours in a program to avoid automatic termination.

Learnix Center Leave of Absence Policy

Introduction: At Learnix Center, we understand that students may occasionally need to take a leave of absence due to personal, medical, or other significant reasons. This policy outlines the procedures and guidelines for requesting and processing a leave of absence to ensure minimal disruption to the student’s educational progress and to maintain the integrity of our programs.
Eligibility: Students enrolled in any Learnix Center course, including Software Testing/QA and Cybersecurity Technician, are eligible to apply for a leave of absence.
Types of Leave:
- Personal Leave: For personal reasons, including family matters, travel, or other significant life events.
- Medical Leave: For health-related issues, either physical or mental, that require time away from the program.
- Emergency Leave: For unexpected events or emergencies that necessitate immediate absence.
Application Process:
- Request Submission: Students must submit a written request for leave of absence to the school manager via email at larry@learnixcenter.com. The request should include the reason for the leave, the expected start date, and the duration of the leave.
- Supporting Documentation: For medical leave, students must provide a note from a healthcare provider. For emergency leave, supporting documentation may be required, depending on the situation.
- Approval Process: The school manager will review the request and supporting documents. A decision will be communicated to the student within 5 business days of receipt of the request.
Duration of Leave:
- Short-Term Leave: Up to 2 weeks.
- Long-Term Leave: More than 2 weeks and up to 6 months. Requests for leaves longer than 6 months will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Impact on Course Progress: Students are encouraged to discuss the potential impact of their leave on their course progress with their instructors. Arrangements for making up missed classes or assignments should be coordinated with the instructor prior to the leave, where possible.
Returning from Leave: Students must notify the school manager of their intent to return at least one week prior to the end of their leave. A meeting may be scheduled to discuss the student’s return and plan for reintegration into the course.
Extensions: If an extension of the leave is needed, the student must submit a new request following the initial application process. Extensions are subject to approval and may require additional documentation.
Withdrawal: If a student decides not to return from a leave of absence, they must formally withdraw from the course by notifying the school manager in writing.
Contact Information: For questions or to submit a leave of absence request, please contact:

Larry Poltavtsev, CEO, Learnix Center
Email: larry@learnixcenter.com

A student arriving over 10 minutes tardy for a scheduled class will be marked absent for the full time of that class.

Tuition, Fees, and Refunds

Software Testing/Quality Assurance Program tuition: $4,500.00. This tuition includes all required books and materials.

Refund policy follows the SCHEV refund policy:

Proportion of Total Program Taught by Withdrawal Date	Tuition Refund
1-25%	75% Refund
26-50%	50% Refund
51-75%	25% Refund
76% and above	No refund

A copy of this regulation can be obtained from the school Administrator.

Financial Aid:

Learnix Tree Center does not directly offer financial aid, grants, or scholarships. However, we do accept vouchers from specific organizations that provide financial assistance to eligible students. Students are encouraged to check with their respective organizations or employers about the availability of such vouchers. For more information on how to use these vouchers at Learnix Tree Center, please contact our admissions office.

Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing Program Curriculum

Certificate — Software Testing/Quality Assurance

As demand for IT testers and analysts soars in today’s IT market, Learnix Tree Center has developed a comprehensive, robust training program designed to qualify students for Quality Analyst and Software Tester positions. Students will gain knowledge of theory and best practices, as well as develop practical skills through hands-on exercises. To set students up for success, they will receive resume-writing and interview strategy tips as part of this program.

The length of the program is 96 clock hours.

Course	Theory (hours)	Labs (hours)	Total (hours)
Building a Career in Software Testing (Fundamentals of Testing)	6h	6h
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC and Test Process and Levels)	6h	6h
Agile/SCRUM Process	6h	6h
Quality Factors/ Attributes	6h	6h
Testing Principles and Techniques (Test Types)	12h	12h
Web and E-commerce Testing	6h	6h
508 Compliance Testing	3h	3h
SQL Database for Testers	6h	3h	9h
Writing Effective Test Documentation (Test Management and Planning and Defect Management)	9h	9h
Software Testing Tools	6h	6h
Hands-on Project	21h	21h
Shadow Tester Workshop	6h	6h
Total Clock Hours			96h

Course Description / Objectives / Outcomes

Building a Career in Software Testing: Introduction to the Software Testing/Quality Assurance position. Overview of IT terminology. Understand and focus on various career options that come with Software Testing. Explore how software testers are compensated. Explore skills and experience necessary to build a successful IT career. Understand the Fundamentals of Testing. This introductory course provides an overview of the Software Testing/Quality Assurance job role, including compensation, career path, and necessary skills and experience from entry to senior level. The student will also become familiar with IT terminology and the fundamentals of IT testing.

Software Development Life Cycle: Detailed discussion of the software development process, relationships, and dependencies between the testing process and SDLC phases. Explore the artifacts related to SDLC, the Test Process, and Test Levels. This course covers the software development process to give students an understanding of when testing happens. Through detailed discussion of the software development process and the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), students explore the relationship and dependencies between IT testing and development.

Agile/Scrum Process: Lecture/seminar introducing the Agile/Scrum methodology. Explore main principles and core elements of Scrum methodology. Focus on Scrum-specific terminology, roles, and responsibilities. Explore the Scrum release planning process, including when and how testing is done. As most IT development is done using the Agile method, this class teaches students the principles and core elements of Scrum. Students will learn Scrum-specific terminology and process, what a typical project team looks like, the roles and responsibilities of team members, and how testing fits into the process.

Quality Factors and Attributes: Study quality factors, description, and purpose, with a focus on risk-based quality factor ranking. Practice ranking quality factors. This course teaches students to conduct a risk-based quality factor ranking. Students will master working with quality factors and attributes by studying theory on quality factors, the purpose of ranking, and best practices. Specific hands-on practice prepares students to apply these skills on the job.

Testing Principles and Techniques: Explore different categories of testing: dynamic versus static testing, Black box testing, White box testing, Gray box testing. Explain differences between test types. Detailed discussion about various testing techniques and how to apply these techniques to different types of projects. Focus is on critical skills required for different types of testing. No two projects are alike, so testing needs to fit the needs of each project. This course explores the different types of testing such as dynamic testing, static testing, Black box testing, White box testing, and Gray box testing. Students discuss the differences between testing techniques, and when and how to apply these techniques, no matter what type of project they may be working on.

Web and E-commerce Testing: Study different types of Web Systems and basic Web architecture. Explore the layers of a typical web/E-commerce application and processing on each layer. Practice finding potential defects associated with each layer. This course teaches students to work with different types of Web Systems and basic Web architecture to find potential defects. Students will study the typical layers of Web and E-commerce applications, understand common defects at each layer, and practice finding them.

508 Compliance/Accessibility Testing: Lecture/Seminar introducing Section 508, focusing on Accessibility Web standards and testing tools. Accessibility, or Section 508, testing is crucial to avoiding federal lawsuits for noncompliance. This lecture-based course focuses on guidelines, standards, and testing tools to make sure websites meet accessibility guidelines.

SQL Database for Testers: Study different types of databases. Explore basic concepts and SQL tools, and how to apply these tools. Practice with SQL tools. This course explores different types of databases and the basic concepts of testing databases. Students will learn the different types of SQL tools available to them and how to apply these tools, before getting plenty of guided practice.

Writing Effective Test Documentation: Study different types of test documentation. Understand test planning, including how to organize test cases, and writing and tracking test cases. Practice how to create effective test documentation: test plans, test cases, traceability matrices, and defect reports. Study Test Management, Test Planning, and Defect Management. Finding defects during testing is only half the battle; it’s useless without the ability to clearly direct developers to the defect. This course explains different types of test documentation such as test plans, test cases, traceability matrices, and defect reports, and how to write each one effectively. Students will also learn about Test Management, Test Planning, and Defect Management.

Software Tools: Discussion on testing tools being used in the industry, test management, and productivity tools. Explore test automation tools such as HP QTP, Rational Functional Tester, and Selenium. Practice using different types of testing tools. This course will help you automate and manage parts of your workflow. Students will learn about and practice using testing, management, and productivity tools used in the industry (i.e., HP QTP, Rational Functional Tester, and Selenium).

Hands-on Project: Professional Practice. This workshop-type course provides students practical experience in testing a web application for an external client with several minor enhancements, different release versions, and change requests. During the 21-hour workshop, students will have the opportunity to review and report requirements issues and concerns, create and develop test cases in MS Excel, execute manual test cases for releases and report defects via Bugzilla and JIRA, perform basic backend testing, write SQL queries to validate data, and perform automation testing using Selenium IDE. The project will be monitored by an instructor. The student may not be considered as a graduate or issued a graduation credential until this workshop has been satisfactorily completed.

Cybersecurity Technician Curriculum

Certificate — Cybersecurity Technician

Evaluation Process: We have implemented a rigorous evaluation process to ensure the effectiveness and relevance of our Cybersecurity Course:

Course Design and Review: Prior to launch, each course undergoes a meticulous design phase. Subject matter experts collaborate to outline the course objectives, content, and learning outcomes. This process includes alignment with industry standards and best practices.
Continuous Monitoring: Once the course is initiated, it is subject to continuous monitoring. Instructors regularly review and update course materials to reflect the latest cybersecurity threats, trends.
Assessment Tools: We employ a variety of assessment tools throughout the course, including quizzes, practical labs, and project assignments. These assessments not only measure students’ understanding but also provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of the curriculum.
External Audits: Periodically, we engage external auditors who are experts in the field of cybersecurity to evaluate the course’s content, relevance, and alignment with industry standards.
Student Feedback: We encourage students to provide feedback on course content, delivery, and their overall learning experience. This feedback is systematically collected and analyzed to identify areas for improvement technologies. Feedback from students is actively sought and Assessment Procedures: To assess the extent to which educational goals are being achieved within the Cybersecurity Course, we have established clear procedures:
- Learning Outcomes Analysis: At the beginning of each course, specific learning outcomes are communicated to students. These outcomes are assessed at regular intervals, allowing us to measure the extent to which students are meeting the predefined goals.
- Skills Assessment: In addition to theoretical knowledge, the course places a strong emphasis on practical skills. Students’ ability to apply cybersecurity concepts in real-world scenarios is assessed through hands-on labs and projects.
- Exam Performance: Comprehensive exams are conducted to evaluate students’ understanding of key cybersecurity principles and practices. Performance on these exams is used as an indicator of goal achievement.
- Case Studies and Capstone Projects: Students are required to complete case studies and capstone projects that simulate real-world cybersecurity challenges. The successful completion of these tasks demonstrates the application of knowledge in practical contexts.

Improvement Implementation: The results of these evaluations are instrumental in enhancing our Cybersecurity Course:

Curriculum Enhancement: Based on assessment results, curriculum updates are made to ensure that course content remains current and relevant to industry needs.
Instructor Development: Feedback from assessments informs instructor training and professional development efforts. Instructors are equipped with the latest tools and knowledge to provide high- quality education.
Resource Allocation: If areas for improvement are identified, we allocate resources accordingly to address deficiencies in materials, infrastructure, or instructional methods.
Student Support: Feedback and assessment results guide enhancements to student support services, ensuring that students receive the assistance they need to succeed in the course.

Our commitment to continuous improvement and the regular evaluation of our Cybersecurity Course ensures that we consistently deliver high-quality education that aligns with our mission and equips students for success in the cybersecurity field.

Course Objectives:

To provide students with a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

To equip students with the skills necessary to identify and mitigate cybersecurity threats.

To prepare students for industry-recognized certification exams.

To foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in the context of cybersecurity.

Course Outline:

The length of the program is 102 clock hours.

Topic	Theory (hours)	Labs (hours)	Total (hours)
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity – Understanding the importance of cybersecurity – Historical perspective and evolution of cybersecurity – The role of a cybersecurity technician in modern organizations	6h	6h	12h
2. Fundamental Concepts – Types of cyber threats and attacks – Principles of network security – Cryptography and data protection	6h	6h	12h
3. Operating Systems and Security – Security features of Windows and Linux operating systems – Securing user accounts and permissions – Patch management and system updates	6h	6h	12h
4. Network Security – Basic networking concepts – Firewalls and intrusion detection systems – VPNs and secure communication	6h	6h	12h
5. Web Security – Web application vulnerabilities – Secure coding practices – Web security tools and best practices	12h	12h	24h
6. Security Policies and Compliance – Creating and enforcing security policies – Compliance frameworks and standards – Incident response and reporting	6h	6h	12h
7. Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies – Antivirus software and malware analysis – Security assessment tools – Network monitoring and log analysis	3h	3h	6h
8. Cybersecurity Certifications – Overview of industry-recognized certifications – Preparing for certification exams – Career pathways in cybersecurity	6h	6h	12h
Total Clock Hours			102h

Program Evaluation Process:

At Learnix Tree Center, we are dedicated to continuous improvement in our programs. To ensure that our Cybersecurity Technician course aligns with our mission and educational goals, we employ a comprehensive evaluation process:

Course Assessment: Each course module is assessed regularly to evaluate its effectiveness in meeting the learning objectives.
Student Feedback: We actively seek feedback from students to understand their learning experiences and gather suggestions for improvement.
Faculty Evaluation: Our instructors undergo regular evaluations to ensure the delivery of high-quality instruction.
Industry Relevance: We continually assess the course content’s relevance to industry demands and make necessary updates.

Improvement Procedures:

Based on the results of our evaluations, we implement the following procedures to enhance the Cybersecurity Technician course:

Curriculum Enhancement: We update the curriculum to reflect the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies.
Faculty Development: Our instructors participate in ongoing training and development programs to stay current with industry best practices.
Student Support: We offer additional support and resources to address areas where students may require further assistance.
Certification Alignment: We ensure that the course aligns with relevant industry certifications, helping students achieve professional recognition.

Our commitment to program evaluation and improvement ensures that our Cybersecurity Technician course remains a valuable and relevant educational experience for our students. We are dedicated to preparing our students for successful careers in cybersecurity, and we continuously strive to meet and exceed our educational goals.

Ownership and Faculty Information

Andrew Duplyakin, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, a seasoned IT professional with a proven track record in technology leadership and 20 years of experience in IT. Possesses a blend of expertise in infrastructure and software architecture, system integration and analysis, as well as design and development.

Larry Poltavtsev, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, President and CEO of Target Labs, Inc. with almost 20 years of technology and entrepreneur experience. A subject matter expert in IT consulting, IT staffing, IT security, and project development with a PhD in Physical Chemistry. Has a thorough knowledge of the IT industry and the IT labor market, and is an expert in IT career advising and development.

Michael Fabrik, Instructor, and Lead Software Tester with over 20 years of experience in the full life cycle of software and systems development for scientific, commercial, and financial systems. Graduated from Moscow Transport University in Moscow with a M.S. in Computer Science.

Faculty Accessibility: Each instructor will be accessible outside of regularly scheduled classroom hours by appointment, coordinated either by the instructor or the school Administrator. This consultation may be offered at the Learnix Tree Center offices or online during the period in which the courses are offered.

Contact Information

For any questions or further information, please contact:

Admissions Office

Learnix Tree Center

1934 Old Gallows Road, Suite 350

Vienna, VA 22182

Email: larry@learnixcenter.com

Student Services

Phone: 703-202-5244

Email: cyril@learnixcenter.com

Policies and Procedures

Please refer to our website or contact the administration for detailed policies and procedures regarding academic integrity, student conduct, and grievance procedures.

Resources and Support Services

Learnix Tree Center provides a variety of resources and support services to help students succeed, including:

Tutoring Services
- Career Services
- Counseling and Mental Health Services
- Disability Services

For more information, visit our website or contact Student Services.

Learnix Tree Center reserves the right to make changes to the courses, programs, and policies contained in this catalog as necessary. Students will be notified of any significant changes that may affect their course of study.

Final Note from the Administration

We are thrilled to have you join our community at Learnix Tree Center. Our commitment is to provide you with the best education and resources to ensure your success. Take advantage of all the opportunities available to you, and do not hesitate to reach out to our faculty and staff for support.

Wishing you all the best in your academic journey.