This program uniquely combines cybersecurity education with heritage language immersion, offering a dual skill-building opportunity for high school students.
The Heritage Language Cybersecurity Program at the University of Washington offers high school students a unique opportunity to delve into the fundamentals of cybersecurity while simultaneously enhancing their heritage language skills. Participants become familiarized with core cybersecurity principles, key concepts, and essential online safety practices. The program emphasizes hands-on projects, case studies, and cyber challenges to provide practical experience. Students explore the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Cybersecurity Workforce Framework and resources like Cyberseek.org, gaining insight into the high demand and diverse career opportunities within the cybersecurity field. The curriculum also includes modules on identifying cybersecurity career paths and constructing a job outlook, preparing students for future endeavors in the industry. Successful completion of the program earns participants a certificate in the "Essentials from Cybersecurity and [Heritage Language]" from UW CIAC and the UW LLC, and may also qualify them for the Washington State Seal of Biliteracy and the Global Seal of Biliteracy.
A typical day involves engaging in hands-on projects, analyzing case studies, and participating in cyber challenges, all while integrating heritage language learning.
This program is ideal for high school students who are heritage speakers of a language (e.g., Korean, Portuguese, Spanish) and are interested in exploring cybersecurity careers.
University of Washington, Seattle
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