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Security+ 3 10151105

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines risk and the standard procedures for security, data security, cryptography, and Public Key Infrastructure and processes for mitigation. Building upon security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/10/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    11/10/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Nov 10 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    #01 Spring
    Open
    04/20/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Apr 20 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Overview Of Mental Health Disorders 10550203

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Provides an overview to the history, diagnosis, treatment strategies, legal and ethical considerations, and documentation of mental health conditions. Focus is on understanding the mental health conditions that co-occur with substance use disorders.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 20
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Security+ 1 10151103

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $392.83
  • Introduces the learner to security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing,mitigating and responding to security incidents. In Security+1, students will examine network security, threats and vulnerabilities, and examine tools for securing systems and troubleshooting problems. Common security issues and mobile security risks will be discussed. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/04/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 4
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $392.83
    Post Secondary

    Introduction To The SUDC Profession 10550200

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Explore characteristics that are incorporated into substance use counseling and practice. Determine personal values, beliefs, strengths and weaknesses. Analyze the eight practice dimensions used to effectively treat substance use disorders: Clinical Evaluation; Treatment Planning; Referral; Service Coordination; Counseling; Patient, Family and Community Education; Documentation; and Professional and Ethical Responsibilities. Evaluate legal and ethical issues surrounding substance use counseling. Evaluate Information about Wisconsin licensing for substance use counseling.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Intro To Interviewing & Counseling Skills 10550206

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $596.45
  • Analyze foundational skills in the counseling relationship. Analyze the stages of the helping processes and the roles professionals play in the processes. Analyze the importance of establishing therapeutic relationships. Apply basic counseling techniques. Apply interviewing and counseling skills through mock counseling sessions and personal experience reflections. Examine issues of boundaries and ethics.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    04/13/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 26 – Apr 13
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building
    Tracy Vaughan
    Jan 26 – Apr 13
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    A228 - Classroom - A Building
    Tracy Vaughan
    $596.45
    #02 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Tracy Vaughan
    $596.45
    #03 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Tracy Vaughan
    $596.45
    Post Secondary

    Counseling Theory 10550205

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Summarize the history of, and explore the primary concepts within, the major approaches to counseling. Explore the empirical foundations of each theory. Examine application of theories to counseling. Review specific techniques of each theoretical approach. Examine the role of the counselor within each theoretical approach. Explore the role of the counselor, the scope of practice, and the ethical implications in counseling.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Psychopharmacology 10550207

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Overview of psychopharmacology including drug categorization history, drug categorization, and drug classification. Includes analysis of neurophysiology of the brain and endocrine system, effects of substances on the body, analysis of delivery systems, and analysis of medical aspects of SUDs. Also includes etiology of addiction, psychopharmacological aspects of withdrawal management, analysis of medications used to treat SUDs and mental health disorders, and SUD medical impacts on the body.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Family Systems 10550209

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Provides a broad understanding of family systems theory and practice relevant to the human services field. Focus is on evaluating the communication and interaction patterns and applying interventions and strategies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Understanding Substance Use 10550201

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Explore the bio-psych social dynamics of substance use. Examine treatment approaches, models, and screening criteria. Examine substances of abuse, history of SUDs, and their impact on the individual and society.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
    $503.87
    #02 Spring
    Open
    03/25/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 25 – May 20
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A239 - Classroom - A Building
    Christina Lucas
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    SUDC Assessment, Diagnosis And Treatment 10550208

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Explore the core components of substance use disorder treatment. Apply the core practice dimensions of Substance Use Disorder Counseling. Evaluate process for SUD clients for the purpose of developing treatment plans and documenting the treatment process.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Boundaries & Ethics - Helping Professions 10550210

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Evaluate the ethical codes of the helping professions. Examine professional boundaries related to the helping professions. Incorporate ethical standards into decision making processes. Examine ethical considerations related to professional standards for the helping professions. Examine ethical considerations related to state and federal regulations for the helping professions. Examine the ethical considerations related to professional self-care.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    $503.87
    #03 Spring
    Open
    01/27/2026 –
    05/19/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 27 – May 19
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A239 - Classroom - A Building
    $503.87
    #02 Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Cristin Czerwonka
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Security Policy 10151112

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examine a thorough grounding in information security policies used to design structure in the workplace. Develop policy that explains the will of the organization’s management in controlling the behavior of its employees with regard to the appropriate and secure use of its information and information resources. Policy is designed to create a productive and effective work environment, free from unnecessary distractions and inappropriate actions.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Security Capstone 10151115

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $503.87
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding cyber security investigation and analysis including; vulnerability exploits, malware analysis; and hardening of systems to protect against exploitation. Learners will investigate a compromised system and learn to analysis systems to find malicious indicators. By the end of this course, the learner will be able to detect the key areas where an exploitation may reside and use various Windows built-in tools as well as 3rd party tools to detect malicious activity.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Business Continuity 10151110

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Introduces learners to the proper execution of Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery. It is the payoff for cost-effective buying of spare machines and servers, performing backups and bringing them off-site, assigning responsibility, performing drills, educating employees and being vigilant. Upon completion of this material, the learner will be able to: list the elements of Business Continuity (BC), identify who should be included in the BC team, describe the methodology used to construct the Business Continuity Policy and Plan.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Cryptography 10151107

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Cryptography technologies including: use of Cryptography technology, symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, hashing, and digital signatures. Learner will gain familiarity with the Cryptography technologies as related to Authentication, Integrity, Confidentiality and Non-Repudiation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Firewall 10151106

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Firewall technologies including: most common firewall types, use of host-based software firewall technology and network hardware firewall technology. Learner will gain familiarity with firewall technologies as related to software and hardware layered approach as well as firewall rules, understanding network protocols related to firewall technology, and vendor/firewall selection.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Monitoring And Logging 10151109

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines the monitoring and logging concepts for the security of IT systems and networks. Learners examine security log management challenges, components, guidelines, and operations. Learners examine security audit policy and critical log review concepts.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    03/18/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – Mar 18
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Foundations Of Case Management 10550202

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • Introduction to case management techniques and processes. Incorporates intake assessment techniques, service planning techniques, referral processes, coordination of care, and discharge processes determined by a multidisciplinary team approach. Includes client self-determination and autonomy. Incorporates clinical documentation requirements and processes.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    $503.87
    #01 Spring
    Open
    01/29/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    01/31/2026 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Jan 29 – May 21
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A228 - Classroom - A Building
    Jan 29 – May 21
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Group Facilitation 10550204

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $503.87
  • An introduction to theory and practice of group dynamics and processes. Includes ethical considerations, effective group leadership, and stages of group development. Also includes demonstration of group facilitation skills, clinical documentation, co-facilitation strategies, reflective practitioner techniques, and group formation.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #02 Spring
    Open
    01/26/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Jan 26 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
    $503.87
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/26/2026 –
    05/21/2026
    03/28/2026 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Mar 26 – May 21
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A239 - Classroom - A Building
    Christina Lucas
    Mar 26 – May 21
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 04:50 PM
    A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building
    Christina Lucas
    $503.87
    Post Secondary

    Security+ 2 10151104

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines the architectures of security, securing mobile and web applications, cloud and virtualization issues, and account and access control processes. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification. Further introduces security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/09/2026 –
    04/15/2026
    01/31/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Mar 9 – Apr 15
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Python For Cybersecurity 10151117

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $195.95
  • Explore how attackers infiltrate a system to gather information and data. This course will explore how Python and Python scripts can be used to detect these attacks, and gain knowledge on how to write and use Python scripts to secure systems against cyberattacks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/22/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 22
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $195.95
    Post Secondary

    VPN 10151116

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Virtual Private Networks technologies including: history of VPNs, use of VPN technology, types and different platforms of VPNs; VPN configuration and security. Learner will gain familiarity with the protocols used in a virtual private network; and will configure a site to branch VPN. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated various VPN technologies and the protocols to secure a Virtual Private Network.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Intrusion Detection Systems 10151108

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines both the practical and conceptual skills that build the foundation for understanding Intrusion Detection System technologies. the What, Why and Who of IDS is explored, including the features of an IDS verses an IPS. The importance of IDS, IDS technologies, and Packet Capture and Protocols are covered. Learners will analyze and capture network traffic through the use of sniffer tools and programs. Learners capture, view, and analyze network traffic in an attempt to monitor and secure the network. By the end of this course, the learner will have analyzed, applied, and evaluated IDS terminology, technologies, and protocols to secure Network traffic.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Ken Hallas
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Secure Design 10151114

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Explore Secure Design using both standard networked devices and hardware that are designed specifically for security. Learner applies a layered security approach, which can significantly improve security. If only one defense mechanism is in place, an attacker has to circumvent only a single defense. A network with layered security makes it more difficult for an attacker because the attacker must have the tools, knowledge, and skills to break through the various layers. A layered approach also can be useful in resisting a variety of types of attacks.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Scott Biscobing
    $171.29
    Post Secondary

    Incident Response 10151111

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Security
  • $171.29
  • Examines cyber security incidents and response. Learners examine how to react toan incident by exploring its impact and using forensics to investigate the incident.Learners explore proper communication and incident response procedures. Learnersanalyze common cyber incident symptoms.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01VC Spring
    Open
    03/23/2026 –
    05/20/2026
    03/28/2026 Online Flexible Due Dates Online
    Mar 23 – May 20
    -
    Online
    Josh Kretzschmar
    $171.29

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