Credentialing Assistance

What is Credentialing Assistance (CA)

Credentialing Assistance (CA) is a program designed to help service members obtain professional certifications and credentials that align with their career goals, enhancing their skills and employability.

What is SANS

SANS (SysAdmin, Audit, Network, and Security) Institute is a trusted organization that provides advanced training and certifications in cybersecurity, equipping professionals with practical skills to protect and defend networks and systems.

Recommended Certification using Credentialing Assistance (CA)

Check out the recommended SANS Roadmap.

Cybersecurity Skills Roadmap

Recommended Certification: SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, and Incident Handling: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).

Use TA for SANS Credentialing Assistance (CA)

• Create a SANS Account at SANS Account Creation using your .mil email.

• Order On-Demand SANS Training at SANS On-Demand.

  • Select your desired training and proceed to checkout.
    • Recommendation: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
  • Select “Pay by Phone or Multiple Credit Cards.”
  • Note your order number.

• Email for further assistance and discount details:

I request to have the discount down to $4k (the total annual amount for CA) for the following training:

Email being Forwarded to SANS

- Complete the ArmyIgnitED portion after receiving the updated SANS quote:
  - Log in to [ArmyIgnitED](https://www.armyignited.com/app/).
  - Request Credentialing Assistance at [Credentialing Assistance Request](https://www.armyignited.com/app/student/credential-paths/request).
    - Select “Other for MOS.”
    - Search for Pathway: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) if using the above recommendation.
    - Upload the quote received from the SANS email.
  - Profit!