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Official ISC2 Curriculum

Marine Corps COOL has partnered with ISC2, the world’s leading cybersecurity professional organization, to offer a 20% discount on Official ISC2 Online Boot Camp Training and Self-Paced Training for the below globally recognized cybersecurity certifications.

Why Choose an ISC2 & Marine Corps Partnership?

  • DoD Directive 8140: All active ISC2 certifications meet the requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) 8140 and can be found in the DoD Cyber Workforce Qualification Provider Marketplace.
  • Strong Government Affiliation: Thousands of dedicated government personnel and contractors trust and value their membership within our extensive community.
  • Risk Management Framework (RMF) Certification: We provide specialized RMF-aligned certifications to bolster the security measures of your digital assets.
  • A Legacy of Trust: With a relationship spanning decades, our commitment and dedication to the U.S. government's cybersecurity needs remain unwavering.

Leveraging COOL Funds with ISC2

What is COOL?
The Department of Defense Civilian Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (DOD Civilian COOL) is a platform designed to assist federal civilian employees in identifying and obtaining certifications and licenses relevant to their roles. Through COOL, employees gain comprehensive insights into how their training and experience align with civilian occupational credentials, furthering their professional development.

Who Can Benefit from COOL?

  • Current Federal Employees: Discover how your existing skills and training can be enhanced with relevant civilian credentials.
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  • Prospective Federal Employees: Considering a federal government role? Understand how civilian credentials can give you an edge.
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  • Recruiters & HR Professionals: Offer comprehensive guidance on career pathways, educational opportunities, and professional growth to current and prospective employees.
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Set Your Sights on Success

With Military Tuition Assistance (MilTA), your cybersecurity ascent is well within reach. Be a trailblazer—plan and pitch your request anywhere from 45 days to just a week before you embark. Need approval? Your supervisor's got your back, usually within a week. And when it comes to ensuring your funds reach ISC2? Sit back and relax—we've perfected a hassle-free, transparent process ensuring smooth sailings from enrollment to execution.

Cyber Learning Tailored to You

Training Options:

Online Instructor-led Training

Official ISC2 Online Instructor-Led combines convenience and flexibility for busy schedules. Learners progress through the course domain-by-domain with content that’s organized to align to each certification’s exam outline to be easier-to-follow in live sessions led by an ISC2 Authorized Instructor.

Training includes:

  • 180-day access to the most up-to-date course content — straight from the source
  • Virtual live instruction and access to recordings if you miss a session
  • Official ISC2 Student Training Guide (electronic format)
  • Interactive content
  • Online interactive flash cards
  • 24x7x365 chat technical support
  • Education Guarantee
  • And more!

Online Self-Paced Training

Self-guided journey toward certification — featuring adaptive learning for a streamlined experience customized to each individual. Leveraging the power of AI, the training guides candidates through a self-paced learning experience adapted to their individual needs.

The course activities draw from real-world scenarios and industry topics to reinforce material and increase your knowledge retention.

Training includes:

  • Flexibility to study at learner’s own time and pace
  • Personalized learning that adapts to individual needs
  • Interactive, engaging courseware
  • Analytics dashboard to track learning progress
  • Education Guarantee

Need help registering for your training? Schedule a call with Jan Fagala or email jfagala@ISC2.org or call (571) 321-5317. We accept SF-182 Forms and P-Cards.