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Learn online with Columbus State—instructor-led courses, self-paced certificates, and career training you can start from anywhere. Some courses are taught by our own instructors and register right here; others are offered through ed2go, our online education partner, and register on their site. Either way, you are learning with Columbus State University.
Our online courses
Taught and supported by Columbus State—register here, and call us at 706-507-8070 with questions. Current dates and pricing are on each course page.
PMI Project Management Ready™
On-demand, starts monthly, no prerequisites—the first step into project management, from a PMI Authorized Training Provider.
CAPM® Exam Prep
Online anytime, no experience required—official PMI materials included.
PMP® Exam Cram: Study Companion
Self-paced companion for candidates who already have their 35 training hours.
Generative AI Foundations Certification
Practical, working fluency with generative AI tools—and the certification to show for it.
Critical Career Skills Certificate
Generative AI foundations plus professional communication, in one certificate.
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
Prepare for the MOS certification exams—testing available in our own Certiport center.
Grant Writing and Acquisition Workshop
Grant writing best practices for a competitive funding environment—in person October 23, with an online option coming soon.
AI for Educators
Put AI to work in your classroom—3.0 CEUs, enroll anytime.
TESOL for Young Learners Certificate
Teach English to young learners—3.4 CEUs, enroll anytime.
Grammar Refresher for ESL Teachers
Sharpen the grammar you teach—3.0 CEUs, enroll anytime.
CompTIA Certification Training
Prepare for CompTIA’s industry certifications with our own training—most include the exam voucher.
More online courses through ed2go
Through our partnership with ed2go, hundreds of additional online programs and short courses are backed by CSU. Registration, tuition, and course support are handled on ed2go’s site; questions about which program fits your goals are always welcome here at 706-507-8070.
Career Training Programs
In-depth online programs—typically 100 hours or more—that prepare you for a new career or a national certification, many with exam vouchers included.
Popular programs:
HVAC/R Technician (Voucher Included)
Train for a high-demand skilled trade—certification exam voucher included.
Home Inspection Certificate
Train for a career inspecting residential properties.
Chartered Tax Professional
Prepare individual and small-business returns and work toward the CTP designation.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Exam Cost Included)
The process-improvement credential employers recognize.
Travel Agent Training (Exam Cost Included)
Start a career in travel planning.
Veterinary Assistant
Learn to assist veterinarians with animal care and clinic operations.
Browse career training by subject:
Six-Week Short Courses · Fundamentals
Instructor-moderated online courses that start monthly, run about six weeks, and cover everything from accounting to photography—an affordable way to build one skill at a time. Browse the full Fundamentals catalog, or jump to a subject:
Not sure where to start?
Call us at 706-507-8070 and we will help you find the right course—ours or a partner’s, whichever actually fits your goal.
Continuing & Professional Education · Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center · Columbus State University · columbusstate.edu/ce