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Cisco Certification Training Course
Cisco CCST Cybersecurity 100-160 Certification Training Course
We'll get you ready for the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity (100-160) exam, an entry level credential for people moving into security work.
Course focus: Security principles, network security, endpoint security, vulnerability and risk management, and incident handling.
Course Overview
What the CCST Cybersecurity course covers and who it's for.
CCST Cybersecurity shows you know the basics of protecting networks and endpoints and responding to incidents. It's a good first step before CCNA Cybersecurity.
We cover the five topic areas Cisco lists for the exam and tie each one back to the tasks a junior analyst or support tech handles.
Instructor-led classes with hands-on labs and practice questions.
Accumentum is an independent training provider and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Cisco. Cisco sets exam content, prices and policies, so check cisco.com before you book.
Course Objectives
Get ready for CCST Cybersecurity the way the exam is built.
01
Cover Every Exam Topic
Work through all 5 topic areas in the official 100-160 exam topics.
02
Spend Time Where It Counts
Cisco doesn't publish weights for this exam, so we give each topic area real time and focus on hands-on skills.
03
Practice in a Lab
Hands-on lab work on the tasks Cisco lists for 100-160 on real configs.
04
Be Ready for Test Day
The exam runs 50 minutes. We practice timed questions so the clock doesn't surprise you.
Who Should Attend
- People starting a cybersecurity career.
- IT support staff who handle security tickets.
- Service members and veterans moving into cyber roles.
- Students planning to go on to CCNA Cybersecurity.
Prerequisites
- Cisco doesn't require another certification first, and we don't have enrollment prerequisites either.
Pathway Map
The CCST Cybersecurity course in 5 modules.
Each module is one topic area from the official Cisco exam topics. Cisco doesn't publish weights for this exam.
Course Content
- Network protocols and their weaknesses
- Firewalls, VPNs and network access controls
- Securing operating systems and endpoints
- Malware protection and patching
- Vulnerability scanning and risk scoring
- Risk management basics
- Monitoring and incident response steps
- Evidence handling and reporting
Course Features
How we teach CCST Cybersecurity.
Instructor-Led Classes
Live instruction with time for questions, so you aren't figuring out the hard parts alone.
Hands-On Labs
Lab work tied to the tasks in the 100-160 exam topics.
Exam Topic Mapping
Every module maps to a topic area in the official 100-160 exam topics.
Exam Strategy
Timed practice questions plus test day tips for the test center or online.
Certification Exam
About the CCST Cybersecurity exam.
CCST Cybersecurity Exam Readiness
Our students pass at a 98.8% rate across Accumentum courses. We'll get you ready for CCST Cybersecurity the same way.
Per Cisco, 100-160 is a 50 minute exam priced at $125 USD, and taxes may apply. Cisco delivers its exams through Pearson VUE, at a test center or online.
If you don't pass, Cisco requires a 5 day wait before a retake. Cisco publishes recertification options, including continuing education credits, on its recertification page. Full details are on the official Cisco exam page.
Accumentum is an independent training provider and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by Cisco. Cisco sets exam content, prices and policies, so check cisco.com before you book.
Careers and Exam Domains
Where CCST Cybersecurity fits in your career.
Roles that use CCST Cybersecurity skills
- Cybersecurity support technician
- Junior security analyst
- IT support with security duties
Security principles, network security, endpoint security, vulnerability and risk management, and incident handling. is the core of these jobs, and 100-160 is how Cisco checks you can do it.
100-160 exam domains
- Essential Security Principles
- Basic Network Security Concepts
- Endpoint Security Concepts
- Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Management
- Incident Handling
Cisco lists these topic areas without weights.
Format, Funding and PathPay
How you take CCST Cybersecurity with us and how to pay for it.
Class format
Live instructor-led sessions with labs on the 100-160 tasks, timed practice questions and time for questions. Ask us about upcoming dates.
Military and veteran funding
We're an Army CA and Air Force COOL Approved Vendor. See funding options or email info@accumentum.net to check if CCST Cybersecurity qualifies for you.
PathPay
Prefer to spread out the cost? PathPay lets you pay for training over time.
CareerSync®
Not sure CCST Cybersecurity is the right next step? CareerSync® helps you match a certification to your role and timeline.
Related Courses
Courses that pair with CCST Cybersecurity.
See every option on our Cisco training page or the full course catalog.
Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking
Network basics, addressing, devices and troubleshooting. A first Cisco credential before CCNA.
Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support
Help desk skills, hardware, connectivity, operating systems and common threats.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Network fundamentals, access, IP connectivity, services, security and automation for the 200-301 exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our CCST Cybersecurity course.
Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity is a entry level Cisco certification earned with the 100-160 exam. Details are on the official Cisco page at https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/learn/training-certifications/exams/list.html
No. We're an independent training provider. Our course follows the official Cisco exam topics, and Cisco offers its own training through Cisco U.
Cisco lists the exam at $125 USD, plus tax. Check the Cisco exam page before you buy, since prices can change.
Yes. Cisco delivers its exams through Pearson VUE at a test center or as an online proctored exam.
Cisco publishes recertification rules on its recertification page, including how continuing education credits and other exams count toward renewal.
Cisco doesn't require another certification first, and we don't have enrollment prerequisites either.
Instructor-led classes with hands-on labs and practice questions. Ask us about upcoming class dates.
Yes. We're an Army CA and Air Force COOL Approved Vendor. Email info@accumentum.net and we'll walk you through the options.
Use the registration page linked below, or email info@accumentum.net and we'll follow up with dates and next steps.
Enrollment
Enroll in CCST Cybersecurity training with Accumentum.
Enroll in our CCST Cybersecurity course to get ready for the 100-160 exam with instructor-led classes and hands-on labs.
For dates and next steps, use the registration page linked below or email info@accumentum.net.
Ready to start on CCST Cybersecurity?
Tell us your target date and we'll help you plan the path.