Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Cyber Forensics (Specialization in Digital Safety, Awareness)

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

A.A. in Faith-Based Cyber Forensics

Total program length

60 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Faith-Based Cyber Forensics core

30 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Cyber Forensics with a specialization in Digital Safety and Awareness provides students with a foundational understanding of the intersection between digital technology, forensic investigation, and ethical stewardship. The curriculum focuses on the technical skills required for data analysis and incident response, while simultaneously embedding principles of integrity, responsibility, and the ethical use of technology within the modern digital landscape. Students engage with both the theoretical framework of cyber security and the practical applications of digital forensics to safeguard information assets. By analyzing complex digital environments, participants gain proficiency in identifying vulnerabilities and implementing safety protocols that protect organizational data and community privacy. The program fosters a commitment to high ethical standards and the responsible management of technological resources. This course of study is designed to develop well-rounded professionals who view their technical expertise as a tool for service and effective stewardship in diverse institutional settings.

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Cyber Forensics provides foundational study in the technical and ethical dimensions of digital safety and awareness. The curriculum integrates core cybersecurity methodologies with human development and communication principles, emphasizing the intersection of technology and faith-based values. Students examine ethical frameworks, community resources, and supportive service practices to effectively address the challenges of digital security within diverse environments, preparing them for specialized technical roles grounded in responsible stewardship.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 60
• Duration: 2 years
• Degree Level: Associate

General education | 18 credit hours

• Faith-Based Cyber Forensics core | 30 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 9 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 4 | None
• CYB100 | Introduction to Cyber Security | 4 | None
• MAT110 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | None
• PHI105 | Foundations of Professional Ethics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CYB150 | Digital Forensics Principles | 4 | CYB100
• SOC120 | Community Engagement and Service | 3 | None
• COM210 | Professional Communications | 3 | ENG101
• BUS205 | Nonprofit Administration | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CYB210 | Network Security and Defense | 4 | CYB150
• PSY220 | Social Psychology of Digital Interaction | 3 | None
• HIS250 | Ethics and Technology in History | 3 | None
• CYB220 | Data Privacy and Policy | 4 | CYB100
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CYB280 | Digital Safety Awareness Training | 3 | CYB210
• MIN250 | Leadership in Service | 3 | None
• RES200 | Applied Research Methods | 4 | MAT110
• CAP299 | Cyber Forensics Capstone | 4 | CYB280, RES200

Career Opportunities

• Cybersecurity Technician
• Digital Safety Educator
• Nonprofit Information Security Coordinator
• Faith-Based Institutional Network Assistant
• Digital Privacy Compliance Liaison
• Community Information Technology Support Specialist

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | A.A. in Faith-Based Cyber Forensics
• Total program length | 60 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years