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Certified Human-Computer Interaction Specialist (CHCIS)
The "Certified Human-Computer Interaction Specialist (CHCIS)" course focuses on designing intuitive, secure, and user-centered digital interfaces. Learn how usability intersects with cybersecurity — ensuring users don’t unknowingly compromise systems. Human error remains a leading cause of cyber breaches, and well-designed interfaces reduce risks dramatically. You’ll be trained to incorporate security cues, authentication workflows, and interaction patterns that support digital safety without hindering user experience across industries like healthcare, finance, and defense.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles of human-computer interaction (HCI) and user-centered design.
- Apply HCI methodologies to design usable, accessible, and engaging interactive systems.
- Evaluate the usability and user experience of software and hardware interfaces.
- Conduct user research to inform the design and development process.
- Explore emerging trends and technologies in human-computer interaction.
- Poorly designed user interfaces can create vulnerabilities for social engineering attacks, highlighting the impact of HCI on cybersecurity.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
Feedback
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