Getting Certified

Earn Your IT Certifications Online and Kickstart Your Tech Career

Whether you’re just entering the workforce or trying to take your career to the next level, CIAT offers the certifications needed to prove your expertise to current and future employers. CIAT ensures our students are prepared to pass their certification exams with personalized instruction, test preparation workshops, unlimited attempts on most exams*, convenient remote and on campus authorized testing, and more. 

Explore Certifications:

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CompTIA is a globally recognized industry certification association, well respected by employers hiring for a wide range of IT levels and specialized positions from IT HelpDesk support to Network Administrator, Cybersecurity Specialist and more. CIAT’s IT programs help students build a strong IT foundation skillset utilizing CompTIA’s best practices for stackable certifications.

Microsoft certifications are the gold standard for showcasing your skills IT, server, and cloud administration. CIAT incorporates five Microsoft certifications across multiple program paths to ensure students have what it takes to build up an impressive resume.

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Amazon AWS has become one of the world’s leading cloud platforms used by small, midsize and enterprise organizations. Showcase your range of AWS skills from Associate to Specialty in cloud administration, database management, cloud-based security and system operations. 

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CIAT is a part of the Cisco Networking Academy, designed to help IT professional build successful careers specializing in the leading Cisco networking platforms. CIAT curriculum stays up to date with the latest course curriculum to match Cisco’s 2020 certification exam changes and is on the leading front of technical colleges, incorporating Cisco’s newest DevNet certification.

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The Google Cloud platform is rising in adoption for some of the world’s top companies across multiple industries from retail to software to telecommunications and entertainment. Students can build their skills from the ground-up and finish with the Google Cloud Associate Engineer certification as part of our Applied Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems Cloud Concentration path.

EC Council Certification

EC-Council is a globally recognized cybersecurity certification association, specializing in network security, ethical hacking, and more. Students can build their skills from the ground-up and finish with the Certified Ethical Hacking certification as part of our Applied Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems Cybersecurity Concentration path.

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(ISC)2 is an international, nonprofit membership association committed to the growth of information technology security professionals. CISSP is considered the gold standard, designed for advanced-level cybersecurity professionals with a strong IT foundation and background already under their belt. Students can build their skills from the ground-up and finish with the Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification as part of our Applied Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems Cybersecurity Concentration path.

Questions About Getting Certified?

Whether you’re just entering the workforce or trying to take your career to the next level, CIAT offers the certifications needed to prove your expertise to current and future employers. Navigating the IT certification landscape by yourself can be challenging. If you’re wondering if this Microsoft Windows Operating System certification training is right for you or you need help getting started on another path, we’re here to help.

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2022 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status two years running in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

2021 Best Cybersecurity Programs

2021 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

2018 Academic Circle of Excellence award badge

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

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MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

Fully Accredited School

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

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Request an appointment with one of our IT expert Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan. You’ll be able to book an appointment instantly for a time that fits your schedule. 

Enrollment Deadline - September 23, 2024!

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