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My PACE — Personalized, Adaptable Competency-Based Education

CNM's My PACE is a Competency-Based Education program that allows students to accelerate toward graduation by demonstrating mastery of learning objectives.

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If you need more information about My PACE and CBE, please submit a contact form and we will respond promptly. 

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What is My PACE? 

CNM's My PACE is a Competency-Based Education (CBE) program that allows you to move at your own pace through each course instead of requiring a set length of time. While you will still take tests, write papers, and complete assignments, you’ll decide:

  • when you are ready to take an assessment to demonstrate your mastery and 
  • when to start your next class — no need to wait for a new semester to start. 

This allows a more personalized and adaptable way for you to complete your degree or certificate program. 

CBE is perfect for you if you 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 My PACE

  • Customize Your Schedule: Take as many classes as you can complete in each 14-week semester.
  • 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. 
  • Focus on New Material: Earn an 'In-Progress' to continue learning new material in the next semester without losing your progress.
  • Personalized Instruction: We provide custom feedback and a learning plan to CBE students for the best experience.  
  • Master the Course Content: Employers can trust a your training, as CBE students must pass all competencies with a B or higher.

My PACE Pathways

CNM is committed to offering educational pathways that meet the needs of our students and workforce. Learn more about the current My PACE pathways offered at CNM. Check back regularly, as additional degrees and certificates are coming soon. 

Cybersecurity Certificate of Completion 

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CNM's My PACE 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 My PACE?
Begin by filling out an interest form. Our team is ready to answer your questions and get you started.
Complete the My PACE Interest Form