# Understanding CMMC 2.0 for Federal Contractors (Self-Paced)

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## Overview

If your organization handles Department of Defense information, CMMC 2.0 compliance is becoming a condition of doing business. This plain-language overview explains what the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification is, who must comply, the maturity levels, and the rollout timeline - so you know where you stand before assessment, not after.

## What you'll learn

- Explain what CMMC 2.0 is and why it exists.
- Identify who must comply.
- Describe the maturity levels and what they require.
- Understand the assessment and certification path.
- Know the rollout timeline and key deadlines.
- Plan your organization's next steps.

## Curriculum

#### Module 1: What CMMC 2.0 is and who it affects

- Why CMMC exists: protecting DoD information
- FCI and CUI explained
- Who must comply across the defense industrial base
- The 2.0 model in brief

#### Module 2: Levels, scoping, and assessment

- The maturity levels: Foundational, Advanced, Expert
- What each level requires
- Scoping your environment
- Self-assessment vs third-party certification

#### Module 3: Timeline and next steps (capstone)

- The phased rollout and key dates
- Preparing before assessment
- Common gaps to close
- Where to get help

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $795