Looking to launch or grow a career in IT-without the time or cost of a full degree? Columbus State Community College\'s Short-Term IT Certificate programs are non-credit, so you can build job-ready skills in as little as 30-35 weeks, at a fraction of the cost of the same courses taken for college credit. Gain hands-on experience, build a portfolio, and complete a real-world capstone project-all with real employer demand in Central Ohio.
Program Features Non-credit training: Build job-ready skills without earning college credit-these programs cost significantly less than the same coursework taken as part of an associate degree.
Cohort model: Courses are offered sequentially, allowing students to progress together as a group.
Flexible format: 100% online classes meet weekly via Zoom, with sessions recorded for later viewing-built to fit around the schedules of working adults.
Instructor support: Study sessions are held virtually, via Zoom, based on student and instructor availability.
Upcoming Programs: September 15 - June 15, 2027, $3,595 (Each course billed separately) Be the front line of digital defense: safeguard networks, systems, and data
Upon completion, you\'ll earn a microcredential in Python Fundamentals, and prepared to take the optional ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification exam.
What You\'ll Learn - Querying databases using SQL
- Managing and protecting Linux systems
- Understanding networking fundamentals and secure communication protocols
- Scripting with Python for automation and security tasks
- Implementing security controls for confidentiality, integrity, and availability
- Applying real-world defensive strategies via a culminating SSCP-aligned capstone project
Who Should Enroll - IT professionals seeking a transition into cybersecurity
- Career changers looking to enter a high-growth field
- Students pursuing SSCP certification and foundational cybersecurity roles
- Individuals interested in security operations, system protection, and threat mitigation.
October 7th - May 26, 2027, $2,600 (Each course billed separately) What You'll Learn Practical experience applying:
- Natural Language Processing
Strengthen your understanding of mathematical, statistical, and logical reasoning, and complete a capstone project and learning portfolio to demonstrate your ability to apply AI solutions to real-world problems.
Who Should Enroll - Students with a working knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL, and Python programming.
- Students who have completed Columbus State's IT certificate programs in Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or Software Development - or have equivalent certifications, degrees or experience.
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