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    Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Program

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    Corporate Training

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    Mastercard Emerging Leaders Cyber Initiative

    Catalyst Fellowship Program​

CLIC Program Schedule

Date
Session
Section 1
September 29, 2025
Section 1 Start
September 29, 2025
Onboarding Starts – Various items as per your
Onboarding Checklist
Includes optional evening webinars (Dates TBC)
October 9, 2025
Orientation – Virtual Live
6:00 – 9:00 PM EST
Mandatory Attendance
October 14 – December 7, 2025
Course work starts – SANS SEC275 course
Self-Study Online – 25+ hours per week
Weekly one-hour Technical Advisor Calls (evening)
December 11, 2025
Deadline to complete GFACT Certification Exam
Virtually proctored or in-person at a Pearson Vue Exam Centre
Section 2
January 5, 2026
Section 2 Start
January 5 -16, 2026
Cyber Career Webinars and Resources
Live Online, Self-Guided
(noon or evening workshops)
January 19 – March 22, 2026
Course work starts – SANS SEC401 course
Self-guided online – 25+ hours per week
Weekly one-hour Technical Advisor calls (evening)
March 26, 2026
Deadline to complete GSEC Certification Exam
Virtually proctored or in-person at a Pearson Vue Exam Centre
March 30 – April 10, 2026
Cyber Career Webinars and Resources
Live Online, Self-Guided
(noon or evening workshops)
April 13 – 17, 2026
Mandatory Cybersecurity Professional Practice Course and
Cyber Range Workshops
Virtual Live, Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Time off work required
April 17, 2026
Program Study Ends
April 20 – October 31, 2026
Continued Access to Employment Resources:
Job Search Workshops, Employer Events, Networking Opportunities,
Catalyst Job Board & 1:1 Career Advising
Live Online or Self-Guided
(noon or evening workshops)