SANS: OnDemand FAQ

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OnDemand FAQ

General Info

What are Job-based courses and Skill-based courses?
How do I access my SANS OnDemand course?
How can I get an extension to my OnDemand course?
How do I submit OnDemand training as CPE credits for my CISSP certification?
Is OnDemand accessible to folks with hearing and/or vision restrictions (508 Compliancy)?
Will there be something I can give my employer that shows I completed the course successfully?

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SANS Security Awareness Training

How long does it take to complete SEC351 in OnDemand?
Is there a recommended training schedule that I should follow?

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General Info

What are Job-based courses and Skill-based courses?

Job-Based (Long) Courses

These courses address a range of skill sets including entry level information security and broad based security essentials, as well as advanced subject areas like audit, intrusion detection, incident handling, firewalls and perimeter protection, forensics, hacker techniques, and Windows and Unix operating system security.

Audit 410 :: IT Security and Control Essentials
Audit 507 :: Auditing Networks, Perimeters, and Systems
Developer 541 :: Secure Coding in Java/JEE: Developing Defensible Applications
Developer 542 :: Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Legal 523 :: Legal Issues in Information Technology and Information Security
Management 411 :: SANS 17799/27001 Security & Audit Framework
Management 414 :: SANS +S Training Program for the CISSP Certification Exam
Management 512 :: SANS Security Leadership Essentials for Managers with Knowledge Compression
Security 301 :: Introduction to Information Security
Security 401 :: SANS Security Essentials
Security 502 :: Perimeter Protection In-Depth
Security 503 :: Intrusion Detection In-Depth
Security 504 :: Hacker Techniques, Exploits and Incident Handling
Security 505 :: Securing Windows
Security 506 :: Securing Unix/Linux
Security 508 :: Computer Forensics, Investigation and Response
Security 509 :: Securing Oracle
Security 542 :: Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Security 560 :: Network Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Security 610 :: Reverse-Engineering Malware: Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques
Security 617 :: Assessing and Securing Wireless Networks

Skill-Based (Short) Courses

Skill-based courses address a specific skill set in audit, legal, management and security.

Audit 521:: Meeting the Minimum Standard for Protecting Credit Card and other Private Information PCI CISP: The Visa Digital Dozen
Developer :: 304 Software Security Awareness
Developer 536 :: Secure Coding for PCI Compliance
Legal 523 :: Legal Issues in Information Technology and Information Security
Management 404 :: Fundamentals of Information Security Policy
Management 421 :: SANS Leadership and Management Competencies
Security 351 Computer and Network Security Awareness
Security 430 :: Windows SysAdmin Essentials
Security 517 :: Cutting Edge Hacking Techniques
Security 526 :: Advanced Filesystem Recovery and Memory Forensics
Security 531 :: Windows Command-Line Kung Fu In-Depth for Info Sec Pros
Security 553 :: Metasploit for Penetration Testers

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How do I access my SANS OnDemand course?

Log into the SANS portal at portal.sans.org. Click on the "SANS OnDemand" link towards the top & center of your portal home page. The access period for your course is 4 months (120 days) from the date payment is received. Should you need to purchase an extension to your certification exam (30 days for $199), the access to the OnDemand training, integrated assessments, and the mp3 files are also extended.

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How can I get an extension to my OnDemand course?

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Write to ondemand@sans.org to request an extension. The cost is $199 for each one-month extension.

Note: If you are registered for a GIAC certification attempt with your OnDemand training, you must register for an extension through the "GIAC Exam Engine" link located on your SANS Portal Home Page. Go to Exam > Certification to purchase the extension once your certification attempt expires.

Purchasing an extension will add 30 days to the date of your current expiration date. The extension does not add 30 days from the date you purchase the extension, but rather 30 days to your current expiration date. Please be advised that if you wait for a number of weeks before you purchase your extension, you will not be taking advantage of the full 30 days.

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How do I submit OnDemand training as CPE credits for my CISSP certification?

You will be able to print your own Certificate of Completion which notes the CPE Credits once you have completed the entire course.

Once you have completed the course, you can submit your SANS CPE credits by going logging in to: https://www.isc2.org/cgi-bin/login.cgi.

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Is OnDemand accessible to folks with hearing and/or vision restrictions (508 Compliancy)?

Yes. SANS OnDemand does have audio captioning & our system is compatible with screen readers.

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Will there be something I can give my employer that shows I completed the course successfully?

Yes. You will be able to:

Print a progress report at anytime throughout your course that shows your up to the minute course progress.
Print a Certificate of Completion once all slides have been viewed and all assessments are successfully completed.

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Discounts

Does OnDemand offer Alumni discounts?: Yes. If you have taken a course with SANS and wish to take the same course again in our online training format, you are eligible for a 50% alumni discount. To receive this discount, please contact SANS Customer Support at 301-654-SANS (7267).
Does OnDemand offer Group Discounts?: Yes. If you are interested in receiving a group price quote or if you would like to have an Account Manager contact you to discuss your options, write to ondemand@sans.org. Also, see our current specials at http://www.sans.org/ondemand/discounts.php.