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Competency-Based Education (CBE) Program

CNM's Competency-Based Education (CBE) program provides students with the opportunity to accelerate through a certificate or degree program by demonstrating a mastery of learning objectives.

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If you need more information about CBE at CNM, please email us or submit a contact form and we will respond promptly. 

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About CBE at CNM

Competency-Based Education (CBE) is a method of academic instruction and evaluation that focuses on learners showing what they know to earn credit towards a certificate or degree.

Our instructors develop project-based assessments that allow you to demonstrate your mastery of a topic with actionable evidence from work, educational, and life experiences. This means you can complete a CBE program in a fraction of the time it takes to complete a traditional program.

CBE creates positive outcomes in education and training for students who are ready to upskill for a current job, enter a new career with a strong foundation in a new industry, or earn a credential quickly using prior knowledge. 

Key Benefits of CBE

  • Move at Your Own Pace: Accelerate or move at a more traditional pace depending on your knowledge level. 
  • Learn Critical Information: Our curriculum emphasizes career-relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviors. Learn what you need to know to be successful.  
  • Personalized Instruction: Our instructors and program directors provide custom feedback and learning plans to CBE students for the best experience.  

CBE Pathways

CNM is committed to offering educational pathways that meet the needs of our students and workforce. Learn more about the current CBE pathways offered at CNM. 

Cybersecurity Certificate of Completion 

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CNM's Competency-Based Education program currently offers a certificate of completion in Cybersecurity, a rapidly expanding industry with a high demand for educated professionals. 

Our instructors will provide you with learning experiences that will help you develop fundamental knowledge and skills in network security and defense, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. This program is ideal for you if:

  • you are interested in entering the Cybersecurity industry,
  • you want to add a well-respected certificate to your resume, and/or
  • you have work, life, or educational experience in technology that could help you accelerate through the program. 
Curious about CBE at CNM?
Begin by filling out an interest form. Our team is ready to answer your questions and get you started.
Complete the CBE Interest Form