Get Credit for Prior Learning
Columbus State’s Computer Science department offers college credit to students who have industry-recognized IT credentials.
Students who already have one or more of the following credentials can opt out of certain classes. This allows you to advance toward your degree more quickly, saving time and money.
| Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) | CSCI 2750 Introduction to Cisco Networks CSCI 2752 Cisco Routing & Switching Essentials |
| Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | CSCI 2750 Introduction to Cisco Networks CSCI 2752 Cisco Routing & Switching Essentials CSCI 2754 Scaling Cisco Networks CSCI 2756 Connecting Cisco Networks |
| CompTIA A+ | ITST 1123 PC Tech |
| CompTIA Network+ | CSCI 1152 Network Concepts |
| CompTIA Security+ | ITST 2238 Information Security Fundamentals |
| CompTIA Linux+ | CSCI 2790 Linux Administration |
To apply for credit for prior learning:
- Bring a copy of your certificate to Student Central in Madison Hall or the Delaware Campus Student Services office.
- Email your certificate to transcriptevaluation@cscc.edu. Include your CougarID number when you email us.
We will validate your certificate with CompTIA and add your credit to your transcript. Your credential must be up-to-date to receive credit.