Looking to launch or grow a career in ITwithout 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 3035 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 projectall with real employer demand in Central Ohio.
Program Features
Non-credit training: Build job-ready skills without earning college creditthese 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 viewingbuilt 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:
Cybersecurity (34-weeks) 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
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Querying databases using SQL
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Managing and protecting Linux systems
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Understanding networking fundamentals and secure communication protocols
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Scripting with Python for automation and security tasks
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Implementing security controls for confidentiality, integrity, and availability
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Applying real-world defensive strategies via a culminating SSCP-aligned capstone project
Who Should Enroll
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IT professionals seeking a transition into cybersecurity
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Career changers looking to enter a high-growth field
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Students pursuing SSCP certification and foundational cybersecurity roles
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Individuals interested in security operations, system protection, and threat mitigation.
Artificial Intelligence Certificate (30 weeks) October 7th May 26, 2027, $2,600 (Each course billed separately)
What Youll Learn
Practical experience applying:
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Computer Vision
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Generative AI
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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
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Students with a working knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL, and Python programming.
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Students who have completed Columbus States IT certificate programs in Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or Software Development or have equivalent certifications, degrees or experience.
Ready to Get Started?
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