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Tuition & Fee Information

Security Courses
Course Tuition GIAC Fees
Intro to Information Security :: SEC-301 $2,911 GISF $499
Computer and Network Security Awareness :: SEC-351 $149 N / A
SANS Security Essentials Bootcamp Style :: SEC-401 $3,438 GSEC $499
Advanced Security Essentials - Enterprise Defender :: SEC-501 $3,353 GCED $499
Perimeter Protection In-Depth :: SEC-502 $3,311 GCFW $499
Intrusion Detection In-Depth :: SEC-503 $3,353 GCIA $499
Hacker Techniques, Exploits & Incident Handling :: SEC-504 $3,353 GCIH $499
Securing Linux/Unix :: SEC-506 $3,311 GCUX $499
Computer Forensics, Investigation, and Response :: SEC-508 $3,438 GCFA $499
Securing Oracle :: SEC-509 $3,396 N / A
Cutting Edge Hacking Techniques :: SEC-517 $931 N / A
Advanced Filesystem Recovery and Memory Forensics :: SEC-526 $846 N / A
Windows Command-Line Kung Fu In-Depth for Info Sec Pros :: SEC-531 $931 N / A
Metasploit for Penetration Testers :: SEC-553 $846 N / A
Network Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking :: SEC-560 $3,651 GPEN $499
Reverse-Engineering Malware: Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques :: SEC-610 $2,673 GREM $499
Wireless Ethical Hacking, Penetration Testing, and Defenses :: SEC-617 $3,496 GAWN $499
Developer Courses
Course Tuition GIAC Fees
Software Security Awareness :: DEV-304 $424 N / A
Secure Coding for PCI Compliance :: DEV-536 $1,445 N / A
Secure Coding in Java/JEE: Developing Defensible Applications :: DEV-541 $2,588 GSSP-JAVA $499
Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking :: DEV-542 $3,268 GWAPT $499
Management Courses
Course Tuition GIAC Fees
Fundamentals of Information Security Policy :: MGT-404 $1,084 N / A
SANS 17799/27001 Security & Audit Framework :: MGT-411 $3,112 G7799 $499
SANS® +S™ Training Program for the CISSP® Certification Exam :: MGT-414 $3,268 GISP $499
SANS Leadership and Management Competencies :: MGT-421 $931 N / A
SANS Security Leadership Essentials For Managers with Knowledge Compression™ :: MGT-512 $3,651 GSLC $499
Audit Courses
Course Tuition GIAC Fees
IT Security Audit and Control Essentials :: AUD-410 $3,268 N / A
Auditing Networks, Perimeters & Systems :: AUD-507 $3,268 GSNA $499
Meeting the Minimum: PCI/DSS 1.2: Becoming and Staying Compliant :: AUD-521 $1,445 N / A
Course Tuition GIAC Fees
$2,911 N / A

International Orders Only: Please Note You May Be Required to Pay Duties and Taxes On Top of Shipping Costs When Receiving Shipments

When you purchase SANS OnDemand courses, you'll receive access to SANS OnDemand's online security training and assessment system, which includes web-based courseware, course lectures & assessment tests presented one learning objective at a time, along with access to our virtual mentor. Some of our technical courses also include hands-on exercises and labs. SANS OnDemand enables you to hone your knowledge of each learning objective and to fully prepare you for the GIAC exams.

Note: All courses Include 4 months of online access.

Materials Included With Course Purchase

Security Courses
Course Estimated # of Online Training Hours Additional Material included CPE Credits
Intro to Information Security :: SEC-301 60 hours Books 36 CPEs
Intro to Web Application Security :: SEC-319 20 hours Book / CD 12 CPEs
SANS Training for the CompTIA Security+ Certification :: SEC-330 40 hours Books 24 CPEs
Computer and Network Security Awareness :: SEC-351 5 hours Book 3 CPEs
SANS Security Essentials :: SEC-401 80 hours Books / CD 46 CPEs
IP Packet Analysis :: SEC-452 5 hours Book / CD 3 CPEs
Perimeter Protection In-Depth :: SEC-502 70 hours Books / CD 36 CPEs
Intrusion Detection In-Depth :: SEC-503 70 hours Books / CD 36 CPEs
Hacker Techniques, Exploits & Incident Handling :: SEC-504 70 hours Books / CD / Virtual Hacker Lab 36 CPEs
Securing Windows :: SEC-505 70 hours Books / CD 36 CPEs
Computer Forensics, Investigation, and Response :: SEC-508 70 hours Books/SIFT Kit w/ DVD & Bonus Book 36 CPEs
Cutting Edge Hacking Techniques - Hands On :: SEC-517 10 hours Book 6 CPEs
Microsoft ISA Server :: SEC-520 10 hours Book 6 CPEs
Advanced Filesystem Recovery and Memory Forensics :: SEC-526 10 hours Book / CD 6 CPEs
Windows Command-Line Kung Fu In-Depth for Info Sec Pros :: SEC-531 10 hours Book / CD 6 CPEs
Power Search with Google :: SEC-550 5 hours Book / CD 3 CPEs
Up and Running with the Metasploit Framework :: SEC-553 10 hours Book / CD 6 CPEs
Network Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking :: SEC-560 70 hours Book / CD 36 CPEs
Reverse-Engineering Malware: The Essentials of Malware Analysis :: SEC-601 20 hours Book / CD 12 CPEs
Reverse-Engineering Malware: Additional Tools and Techniques :: SEC-602 20 hours Book / CD 12 CPEs
Reverse-Engineering Malware: Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques :: SEC-610 40 hours Book / CD 36 CPEs
Assessing and Securing Wireless Networks :: SEC-617 70 hours Books / CD / SWAT Kit 36 CPEs
Developer Courses
Course Estimated # of Online Training Hours Additional Material included CPE Credits
Secure Coding in Java/JEE: Developing Defensible :: DEV-541 50 hours Book / CD 24 CPEs
Management Courses
Course Estimated # of Online Training Hours Additional Material included CPE Credits
Fundamentals of Information Security Policy :: MGT-404 10 hours Book 6 CPEs
SANS 17799/27001 Security & Audit Framework :: MGT-411 60 hours Book 36 CPEs
SANS® +S™ Training Program for the CISSP® Certification Exam :: MGT-414 60 hours Books 51 CPEs
SANS Leadership and Management Competencies :: MGT-421 10 hours Book 6 CPEs
SANS Security Leadership Essentials For Managers with Knowledge Comp ression™ :: MGT-512 60 hours Books 36 CPEs
Security Policy & Awareness :: MGT-524 30 hours Books / CD 18 CPEs
Audit Courses
Course Estimated # of Online Training Hours Additional Material included CPE Credits
IT Security Audit & Control Essentials :: AUD-410 60 hours Books 36 CPEs
Meeting the Minimum: Standard for Protecting Credit Card and Other Private Information PCI CISP: The Visa Digital Dozen :: AUD-521 20 hours Book / CD 12 CPEs
Java Quality Assurance, Security Testing and Auditing :: AUD-428 20 hours Book / CD 12 CPEs
Auditing Networks, Perimeters & Systems :: AUD-507 70 hours Books / CD 36 CPEs
Course Estimated # of Online Training Hours Additional Material included CPE Credits
10 hours Book 6 CPEs
10 hours Book 6 CPEs
10 hours Book 6 CPEs
50 hours Books 30 CPEs

Note: Shipping charges for course materials will be calculated during the online registration process. Course books are shipped directly from the printer and will arrive in a separate shipment from CDs or other additional materials. Additional materials may arrive a few days after books are received.

Registration Information

How to Register
  1. Everyone with Internet access must complete the online registration form. (We do not take registrations by phone.)
  2. Even if you do not want to submit your payment information online, still complete the online form. There is an option to submit Credit Card information for payment by fax OR phone once the online form is completed and you have your invoice number.
  3. SANS ONLY ACCEPTS US & CANADIAN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT PURCHASE ORDERS. If you normally use a PO, and are not part of the federal government, please see our additional PO information on the Tuition Information page.
  4. You must print YOUR OWN INVOICE at the end of the online registration process, if you need one.

An immediate e-mail confirmation is sent to you when the registration is submitted properly. If you have not received e-mail confirmation within two business days of registering, please call the SANS Registration office at 301-654-SANS(7267) . You may also contact us by e-mail at registration@sans.org.

Group Discounts

For groups of 2 or more, SANS OnDemand offers discounts starting at 5% off of course fees. Please contact ondemand@sans.org for information on group discounts. OnDemand will provide you with a discount code to be used during the online registration process.

*Discounts do not apply toward the $499 GIAC Certification fee or shipping fees.

To register with a discount you must:

  • Obtain a discount code BEFORE you register. Codes cannot be applied to your account after registration is completed.
  • There is a field to enter your discount code on the online registration form.
  • All group discount registrations MUST arrive in ON THE SAME DAY or the discount will NOT apply. Discounts are NOT retroactive.

***Only one discount may be used per customer per registration/order. Discounts may not overlap. If you are eligible for more than one discount, we will apply the discount of the largest percentage.

What to Do Once Registered

Once your online registration is submitted, you will receive a copy of your invoice via email. If you do not pay online with a credit card, your invoice will be marked as unpaid. Once your payment has been made, you will receive a paid receipt via email.

Within 48 hours of payment, you will receive an email with information on how to access your course.

GIAC Certification

To receive the discounted rate of $499 for the GIAC certification attempt, you must add the certification attempt when you register for your SANS training course. On the online registration form, simply choose to add the certification attempt with your course.

The duration of access for your training and to pass the certification exams will be 4 months. The GIAC certification attempt may also be purchased without SANS training at a higher rate of $899, through the GIAC Challenge program. For more information about the GIAC program andsteps to certification, go to www.giac.org.

If You Must Substitute / Cancel
Substitutions:
You may substitute another person in your place at any time prior to accessing your course by emailing registration@sans.org.
No substitutions will be given once you access your online course materials or once your additional course materials have been shipped.
Refunds:
If you have no one to replace you, please submit your refund request in writing to registration@sans.org prior to accessing your online course materials and receiving the additional course materials that are shipped to you. Your registration fee will be returned, less a $300.00 processing fee, in the same manner in which it was paid.
No refunds will be given once you access your online course materials or once your additional course materials have been shipped.

If you need any assistance during your registration process, contact the SANS registration office at registration@sans.org or call 301-654-SANS(7267) 9am - 8pm EST.

Acceptable Forms of Payment:

The SANS Federal ID# is 52-1935637

Check

If paying by check, please make it payable to: The SANS Institute, and mail it to:

The SANS Institute
8120 Woodmont Avenue,
Suite 205
Bethesda, Maryland 20814

Be Sure to Include the Following with Your Check:

  • Your name & phone number
  • Full Invoice Number (Letters & Numbers)
  • Conference name(SANS OnDemand)
Credit Card

Credit card payments can be made securely on-line through the registration form.

Or by Phone: Complete the on-line registration form and select "Credit Card by Fax or Phone" as the payment method. After you have received your invoice number, call 301-654-SANS(7267) to complete the credit card transaction.

DO NOT e-mail your credit card information, it will not be accepted.

We Accept:

  • Visa
  • Master Card
  • American Express
  • Discover Card
  • Diners Club
Wire Transfers:

Complete the on-line registration form and select "Bank Transfer" as the payment method. Fill in the "Bank Name" field with the name of your bank, and then e-mail tuition@sans.org requesting information to complete the transfer. Do not deduct any bank fees from your transmittal. We must receive the full amount shown on your Invoice.

Wire transfers may take up to 2 weeks to be posted to the SANS account. Once funds are received, you will be given access to your course.

Important: Please include a registration number and name in the special instructions area of the wire form. All wire fees to be paid by originator/sender.

Federal Government Purchase Orders (ONLY US & CANADIAN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT)

You must register before submitting your PO to ensure accurate processing see below for instructions.

Purchase Orders (US & CANADIAN FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ONLY):

You must register before submitting your PO to ensure accurate processing.

The SANS Institute expects payment in advance for all courses. The only exception is made for federal government employees, who must submit a copy of a DD form 1556 or other federal form in advance of training.

We do not accept state, provincial, corporate, or university purchase orders. You may use one of these purchase orders to obtain funding for the course, but do not send us a copy.

Be sure that your organization can process your purchase order in time to send payment to the SANS Institute before the training begins. You may bring a check or credit card with you and pay at the door if necessary.

IMPORTANT: A completed PO must include the full SANS conference invoice number (letters & numbers) and the amount on the PO MUST match the invoice. Incomplete or inaccurate POs will cause delays in processing, which could lead to delays in training.

Completed forms may by faxed to 301-951-0140 - Attention: "Tuition Dept. - Fed PO", or they may be mailed to:

SANS Tuition Dept.
Fed PO - SANS OnDemand
8120 Woodmont Avenue,
Suite 205
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Purchase Orders (ALL OTHERS):

The SANS Institute ONLY accepts US & Canadian Federal Government Purchase Orders(PO). We do not accept POs from state governments, local governments, corporations, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, or any one else except for the US and Canadian Federal Government.

If your regular method of payment is by PO and you are not part of the US or Canadian Federal Government, please use the following procedure:

  • Complete the on-line registration form
  • Verify all the information is correct and click "Proceed" at the bottom of the page
  • Make sure your Billing Address is Correct.
  • Choose a method of payment at the bottom of the page.
  • Submit the printed invoice to whomever is responsible for paying your training fees
Invoices:

The SANS Institute does not mail invoices requesting payment. If you require an invoice to process payment, or would like one for your records, you need to complete the on-line registration form. Click print when you have completed your registration.

If you would like to obtain a copy of your invoice at a later date, simply go to your "attendance history" link in your SANS Portal account.

If you need any assistance during your registration process, contact the SANS registration office at registration@sans.org or call 301-654-SANS(7267) 9am - 8pm EST.