Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Program

Empowering you to launch a successful career in the cybersecurity sector.

No longer accepting new students. For cybersecurity training, please see CLIC.

 

Overview

The Accelerated Cybersecurity Training Program (ACTP) was designed to help people from diverse personal and professional backgrounds launch meaningful careers in cybersecurity, while supporting employers across Canada to build their cyber-talent pipeline. Graduates of the intensive, seven-month program are qualified with internationally-recognized Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) certifications – the highest and most rigorous assurance of cybersecurity knowledge and skills. The ACTP was delivered in partnership with SANS Institute and made possible thanks to the generous support of the Government of Canada, Rogers Communications and Royal Bank of Canada. As part of the Catalyst’s next phase of growth and in order to meet increasing demand for cyber talent, CLIC has replaced ACTP as our flagship cybersecurity training program for individuals.

ACTP's Impact

The ACTP is currently on its 10th and final cohort, with a total of 895 people having been admitted to the program since 2020.

Diversifying the workforce
Filling the talent gap
Professional Alumni Network
57% of ACTP graduates are women
68% of students self-identified as racialized persons
150 organizations across Canada have employed ACTP graduates
Since 2020, over 700 people have joined the Catalyst Alumni Network as graduates of the ACTP — and that number keeps growing

A Proven Cybersecurity Talent Solution

The ACTP helps fill the cybersecurity talent gap by increasing the availability of certified cybersecurity professionals in the Canadian labour market.

Learn more about getting access to a talent pipeline of certified and employment-ready cyber professionals.

 

Interested in Cybersecurity Training?

In 2023, we launched CLIC – an elite dual-certification program designed to help individuals launch or elevate their cybersecurity career.