North Dakota Mandates Cybersecurity Education

Written By AccessCyber Staff

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Government Technology, and was written by Aaron Gifford.

The new legislation, slated to take effect in 2025, will add graduation requirements, provide for the training and certification of teachers and make technology courses available to adult education outlets. Learn more.

 
 
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