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:
Code: AXVLNWHHYG2R2SWX
Verify at: http://verify.CompTIA.org
- There are two versions of CompTIA certificates – one suitable for framing which does not have a verification code and another version which does have a verification code. Obtain a CompTIA certificate which has a verification code and website on the lower left of the document.
- 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 Cougar ID number in the email.
We will validate your certificate with CompTIA and add your credit to your transcript. Your credential must be up-to-date to receive credit.