IT Workforce Certificates
Columbus State offers non-credit IT workforce certificates in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and DevOps. At this time, the Software Development program is only available to associates of Nationwide Insurance.
Certificate programs include multiple courses delivered through a mix of online coursework and virtual, real-time instruction. Our certificate programs are designed for working adults with some background in informational technology. Individuals looking to reskill or upskill in IT-related fields can also enroll in the certificate programs.
Each certificate program is designed to prepare individuals for in-demand jobs by helping them build relevant, employer-desired skills.
These programs are offered as non-credit training programs. They build job-ready skills but do not grant college credit.
Upcoming Programs:
Cybersecurity Certificate Program (36 weeks)
Program Schedule: January 14, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Meeting Time: Tuesdays 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Live online)
Total Program Cost: $4,095
Tuition payment due upon registration for each course.
Registration is now open for the first course.
| Database/SQL WIIT-7730 |
January 14 - March 4 | $685 |
| Linux for Security WIIT-7781 |
March 18 - May 6 | $685 |
| Networking WIIT-7790 |
March 18 - May 6 | $685 |
| Python WIIT-7740 |
May 27 - July 15 | $745 |
| Cybersecurity SSCP WIIT-7430 |
July 29 - October 14 | $1295 |
Artificial Intelligence (30 weeks)
Program Schedule: January 15, 2025 - September 3, 2025
Meeting Time: Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Live online)
Total Program Cost: $2,600
Tuition payment due upon registration for each course.
Registration is now open for the first course.
| Introduction to Artificial Intelligence WIIT-7810 |
January 15 - February 19 | $520 |
| Machine Learning I WIIT-7820 |
March 5 - April 16 | $520 |
| Machine Learning II WIIT-7830 |
April 30 - June 4 | $520 |
| *Artificial Intelligence for Manufacturing WIIT-7840 |
June 18 - September 3 | $1040 |
| *Artificial Intelligence for Natural Language Processing WIIT-7850 |
June 18 - September 3 | $1040 |
*Students complete the first 3 courses and then choose between the AI for Manufacturing course OR the AI for Natural Language Processing course.
Microcredential in Python Fundamentals (8-weeks)
Course Dates: March 13, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Class Times: Thursdays 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Live online)
Tuition Cost: $745 (Due upon registration)
Registration opens January 13, 2025
Next Steps
- Review specific program details.
- Get notified: Our offerings are regularly updated to meet the needs of our industry partners, based on student demand, and employer requests. To express interest and be notified when new programs become available, complete the interest form below.
- Review our most Frequently Asked Questions about time commitments, program requirements, and financial assistance.
- Follow the Instant Enrollment Guide for registration instructions. Note: Registration opening dates vary by program. See program information above.
Employers interested in offering these certificates as a professional development opportunity for their workforce should contact acceleratedtraining@cscc.edu
For additional questions:
acceleratedtraining@cscc.edu
Noncredit Registration Office: 614-287-5858
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity professionals are the first line of defense in ensuring the confidentiality,
integrity, and availability of digital information. Columbus State offers two unique
cybersecurity programs:
Cybersecurity: The traditional 36-week Cybersecurity Certificate is designed to provide a broad introduction to the field of cybersecurity. This program expands upon the content covered in the Network Intensive Cybersecurity Certificate with additional coursework in database, Linux, and Python fundamentals.
Network Intensive Cybersecurity Program: Network Intensive Cybersecurity Certificate is an accelerated 8-week program that meets two days per week and is designed to prepare students for the SSCP Certification Exam. This program is recommended for individuals with prior IT experience.
Data Analytics
Data analytics professionals combine qualitative and quantitative data and critical
thinking techniques to organize and collect data, describe behaviors and processes,
prescribe objective decision-making, and predict trends and outcomes.
This 35-week program begins with essentials in computer science, followed by coursework with a specific focus on data analytics in relevant business scenarios. This program equips students with practical, foundation-level skills in data analytics through a hands-on approach.
DevOps
Information Technology (IT) systems management and software development professionals
are relied upon to develop and maintain resilient solutions using emerging cloud technologies.
This 12-week program is intended for individuals with pre-requisite knowledge of basic IT software development technologies, including basic programming, simple code versioning, and basic software configuration. Currently available to Nationwide associates only.
Software Development
Today’s businesses count on highly trained software developers who can keep pace with
the company's needs.
This 48-week certificate program is designed to help you become a Java developer. Students begin by learning the fundamentals of programming logic and advance to building complex programs with Java and cloud technologies. Currently available to Nationwide associates only.
AWS Academy
In addition to the IT Workforce Certificate, Columbus State’s also offers additional
non-credit AWS Academy courses
Artificial Intelligence IT Certificate
Columbus State Community College’s Introduction to AI is a flexible, noncredit program designed to grow in-demand skills and experience for application in the digital economy.