Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 semester hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principle(s) level in software development, computer information systems, management information systems, information technology, computer science, or a computer related field as appropriate to the program. Possesses an earned bachelors degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in information systems, information technology, or related field as appropriate to the program, with documentation in one or more of the following: Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the information technology field.