Certified Secure Computer User

Become a Certified Secure Computer User

The purpose of the CSCU is to recognize the competency and expertise of a professional in security and networking skills thereby adding value to the workplace. By hiring Certified Secure Computer Users, organizations are able to decrease the learning curve of a new employee and increase productivity. Educational institutions can provide greater value to students by providing them a solid base from which to build their career in the corporate world.

Certified individuals have an assured means of demonstrating formal recognition of their expertise and skills on their resume to prospective employers. This improves their prospects for employment advancement, higher salaries, and greater job satisfaction. Established and credible proofs of technical abilities can open doors for increased responsibility and better opportunities.

This certification is an excellent complement to educational offerings in the domain of security and networking. The CSCU certification verifies a candidate’s knowledge and skills to protect their information assets. The candidate is introduced to various computer and network security threats such as identity theft, credit card fraud, online banking phishing scams, virus and backdoors, emails hoaxes, sex offenders lurking online, loss of confidential information, hacking attacks and social engineering.

Certification Target Audience

This certification is specifically designed for today’s computer users who use the Internet extensively to work, study, and play.

Exam Information

CSCU (Prefix 112-12) exam is available at the ECC Exam Center.

EC-Council reserves the right to revoke the certification status of candidates that do not comply with all EC-Council examination policies found here.


CSCU Exam Details
Duration2 Hours
Questions50
Passing Score70%
CSCU Blueprint

Clause: Age Requirements and Policies Concerning Minors

Minors are not permitted to take the EC-Council exam without a written consent/indemnity letter signed by their parent or legal guardian, along with a supporting letter from their institution of learning. Only candidates from a nationally accredited institution of learning shall be considered.

Minor/Adult legal ages are defined by the country of residence/origin of the candidate. For further clarification or to submit a consent letter, please contact [email protected].

Disclaimer:
  • EC-Council reserves the right to impose additional restriction to comply with the policy.
  • EC-Council reserves the right to modify certification policies without notice.
  • EC-Council reserves the right to revoke the certification of any person determined to be in breach of this policy.

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