Security at the Edge Specialization

The application deadline is Anytime; tuition is $120 USD.

The Security at the Edge Specialization is a non-degree program for students who want to learn about security. It is taught in English and can be completed online. The program lasts several weeks and is open to students with a pre-high school education.

This program will help students develop skills in security and edge computing. They will learn about specific subjects like network security and data protection. The program includes hands-on components to give students practical experience.

After completing this program, students can work as Security Consultants, Cybersecurity Analysts, Network Administrators, or IT Managers. They can work in industries like finance, healthcare, or government, and for employers like banks, hospitals, or tech companies.

LearnQuest is a New York based online learning platform established in 1997 that offers flexible, industry-focused courses, specializations and certification programs. Serving a global learner base of roughly 10,000 students including about 3,000 international learners, LearnQuest focuses on practical upskilling for professionals and lifelong learners through self-paced content and instructor-led modules developed with subject matter experts.

The platform hosts a broad program portfolio covering technical skills, business and creative disciplines, with nearly 170 programs available and partnerships that emphasize current workplace relevance. Course design prioritizes applied learning, career-relevant projects, and clear milestones that help learners build portfolios and demonstrate competencies to employers. LearnQuest combines recorded lessons, hands-on assignments and community forums to support progress and peer interaction.

Students benefit from flexible enrollment, modular pathways to certifications and dedicated learner support for onboarding and course navigation. For international learners, LearnQuest offers accessible scheduling, materials that reflect global professional standards and options to combine short courses into longer professional tracks. This makes LearnQuest a practical option for those seeking to advance technical skills, earn credentials and align learning with career goals without relocating.