IT Flexible Apprenticeship (ITFA)
Now recruiting for the 2022 cohort of the ITFA Program! Interested students should
complete the Request for Information Form.
Current student participants of the ITFA Program needing assistance of any kind should
email Student Support Services Supervisor, Ellen Neutzling, at eneutzli@cscc.edu.
Upcoming Events
To view date and time options, simply click the event you are interested in below:
These are 30-minute information sessions offered on many Wednesdays at Noon and Thursdays
at 5:30 p.m. throughout the 2021 Autumn semester. All of the below dates will be hosted
virtually and event access will be emailed to you upon registration.
| Wednesday SESSIONS Noon-12:30 p.m. CLICK the date of your choice |
Thursday SESSIONS 5:30-6:00 p.m. CLICK the date of your choice |
| September 15, 2021 | September 9, 2021 |
| September 29, 2021 | September 23, 2021 |
| October 27, 2021 | October 7, 2021 |
| November 10, 2021 | October 21, 2021 |
| December 8, 2021 | November 4, 2021 |
| December 22, 2021 | November 18, 2021 |
| December 2, 2021 | |
| December 16, 2021 |
This is an evening event that will share information about technology industries and
career tracks as well as how Columbus State's IT Flexible Apprenticeship Program can
help students create a career path while concurrently completing their educational
endeavors. Successful participants will receive an opportunity to interview for an
apprenticeship placement at an industry employer partner. 85% of participants graduate
debt-free and get hired full-time upon completion of the program. Join us to learn
more!
| Date and Time | Location | Registration |
| Wednesday, October 27, 2021 6:00-8:00 p.m. |
You will be able to select In-Person or Virtual | Click Here to Register |
This is an evening event that will share information about technology industries and
career tracks as well as how Columbus State's IT Flexible Apprenticeship Program can
help students create a career path while concurrently completing their educational
endeavors. Successful participants will receive an opportunity to interview for an
apprenticeship placement at an industry employer partner. 85% of participants graduate
debt-free and get hired full-time upon completion of the program. Join us to learn
more!
| Date and Time | Location | Registration |
| Wednesday, October 27, 2021 6:00-8:00 p.m. |
You will be able to select In-Person or Virtual | Click Here to Register |
Recent Events
Missed one of our recent events or simply wish to watch again? View recordings below from our most recent events!
Original Event Date: February 10, 2021
Original Event Date: February 9, 2021
Original Event Date: October 20, 2020
Original Event Date: February 18, 2020
Program Overview
Technology careers are in higher demand in Central Ohio than ever before. Ranked the #1 City to Work in Tech by SmartAsset, Columbus is home to 14 Fortune 1000 headquarters as well as many other
major operations in the healthcare, defense, finance, and retail industries - creating a
strong ecosystem for IT talent.
Program Benefits
You'll earn:
- An industry-recognized Associate of Applied Science degree in Cybersecurity or Software Development
- Approximately 1,800 hours of on-the-job training and work experience
- Potential to graduate debt-free with zero student loan debt
- Opportunity for full-time employment with a sponsoring employer, or as a Data Center Technician
Eligibility
Eligible Majors:
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
- Data Center Tech
- * Additional Computer Science majors coming soon
Additional Eligibility Requirements:
- Must show "College Readiness" through ACT/SAT Scores, HS Transcript, Placement Testing, or prior college transcripts.
- Must be legally able to work in the United States
To be eligible for apprenticeship positions, students must complete a brief series of eligibility requirements that include technical courses related to their chosen career pathway. Full-time students can complete these requirements in two semesters or less. Once eligibility requirements have been met, students are able to apply for acceptance into the IT Flexible Apprenticeship where they will be eligible to participate in interviews facilitated by Columbus State for positions with industry employers.
Getting Started
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