Start your career journey with industry-leading, skills-first training that gets you job ready
Central State University has collaborated with a top-rated online learning platform to bring you an unparalleled opportunity to hone your skills and gain hands-on experience in high-growth areas.
The best part? It’s absolutely free for residents of Montgomery, Clark, and Greene counties in Ohio, and there are no prerequisites!
With an array of 30 in-demand careers to choose from, you can fast-track your way to a successful career in no time. Don't miss out on this unique chance to embark on a fulfilling career journey.
You do not need to be enrolled as a student at Central State to take these certification courses. Learn for free at your own pace!
Transform your career with Central State University Workforce Training and Business Development Center's exceptional certificate programs! Upon completion, you'll receive a professional certificate in workforce development and upskilling. Plus, you can earn multiple stackable certificates, boosting your qualifications and unlocking new career opportunities. Don't miss out on this chance to take your career to new heights! Enroll today and start your journey toward a thriving future.
Certificates available now
Check out our growing list of courses available and read on for more details! Courses include the following: Cybersecurity Professional, IT Support Specialist, Data Analyst, Project Manager, UX Designer, Social Media Marketer, Data Scientist, Sales Development Representative, Application Developer, iOS Developer, Android Developer, Bookkeeper, Sales Operations Specialist, Data Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Mainframe Developer, Digital Marketer, Sales Representative, Front-End Developer, Back-End Developer, Technology Consultant, Career Coach, IT Project Manager, Solutions Architect, Customer Service Representative, Network Engineer, Human Resources Specialist, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Warehouse Developer. Register now to learn more!
Discover your skills
Are you looking to build a successful career? Look no further! With 34 in-demand careers to choose from, you can fast-track your way to success in no time. Don't miss out on this unique chance to embark on a fulfilling career journey. Enroll now!
Featured programs
- IT Support Specialist
- Cybersecurity Professional
- Data Analyst
- Social Media Marketer
- Digital Marketer
- Marketing Analyst
IT Support Specialist
Get certified by Google and IBM with our program! You'll learn to troubleshoot tech issues and ensure equipment runs smoothly. Join us if you love helping people and problem solving.
Cybersecurity Professional
Learn to protect organizations from cyber threats and disruptions with our course. Perfect for problem solvers who enjoy technical challenges and attention to detail. Gain credentials from Microsoft, IBM, and Google.
Data Analyst
In today's data-driven world, it's crucial to collect, organize, and transform data to make informed decisions. With credentials from both Google and IBM, you can be confident in your ability to excel in this field.
Social Media Marketer
As a social media specialist, you have the power to build and manage a company's online presence, connecting with people and keeping up with the latest trends. With credentials like Meta, you'll have the tools you need to make a real impact.
Digital Marketer
Enroll now in our Digital Marketing course and earn a certificate. Develop effective strategies for online business growth and advance your career.
Marketing Analyst
Earn your certification in Digital Marketing and become an expert in leveraging data to help companies market their products or services effectively. Perfect for those who love numbers, people, and teamwork.
For career starters or switchers
If you are looking for in-demand, entry-level jobs, you've come to the right place. Central State University, Ohio's only public Historically Black University and 1890 Land-Grant Institution, now offers training to advance your career. Join thousands of learners, and get on the fast-track to a successful career.
Check out the opportunities below, and register now to get started!
Note: Classes are available for you to work independently online or in person at the CSU Workforce Training and Business Development Center at CSU-Dayton. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday.
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Develop strategies to protect organizations from cyber-attacks and disruptions. This course is best suited for those who like problem solving, technical challenges, and attention to detail. Credentials: Microsoft, IBM, Google
$119,700 media salary*
147,973 jobs available*
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Evaluate and troubleshoot technology issues so equipment runs smoothly. If you like helping people, problem solving, and troubleshooting, this is the certificate for you! Credentials: Google, IBM
$56,200 median salary*
318,249 jobs available*
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Collect, organize, and transform data to make informed decisions. This provides a solid foundation for those who enjoy attention to detail, problem solving, and working with numbers.
Credentials: Google, IBM
$90,500 median salary*
82,489 jobs available*
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Oversee the planning and execution of projects to ensure they're successful. If you like leading a team, problem solving, and community, sign up now! Credentials: Google, IBM
$102,800 median salary*
336,402 jobs available*
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Make digital and physical products easier and more enjoyable to use. This course is great for those who like understanding people, thinking creatively, and problem solving. Credentials: Google
$121,200 median salary*
70,778 jobs available*
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Social media specialists establish, build, and manage a company's social media. Great if you like engaging with people, following trends, and thinking creatively. Credentials: Meta
$50,000 median salary*
22,146 jobs available*
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Extract and analyze data to make informed business decisions. If you like working with numbers, writing, and communication and are intellectually curious, this certificate would be a great fit for you. Credentials: IBM
$138,100 median salary*
69,304 jobs available*
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Work with prospective customers to help them in their buying journey. Great if you like engaging with people, building relationships, and understanding people. Credentials: Salesforce
$64,900 median salary*
51,277 jobs available*
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Analyze customer needs and design systems and solutions for the cloud. If your talents are managing projects, learning new technologies, and problem solving, this is the course for you. Credentials: IBM.
$114,600 median salary*
66,200 jobs available
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Build and write code for mobile apps hosted on iOS, an operating system used on Apple devices like the iPhone and iPad. Great if you like creative challenges, building better user experiences, and using Apple products. Credentials: Meta
$140,200 median salary*
11,382 jobs available*
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Build and write code for mobile apps hosted on Android smartphones and mobile tablets. If you like creative challenges, building better user experiences, and using Android products, this is the course for you. Credentials: Meta
$141,200 median salary*
12,048 jobs available*
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Record financial transactions and manage financial records. Earn credentials from Intuit and Tally Bookkeeping. Great if you like working with numbers, attention to detail, and writing and organization. Credentials: Intuit Academy Bookkeeping and Tally Bookkeeper
$45,700 median salary*
296,935 jobs available*
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Create strategies that support sales teams to optimize growth while earning credentials from Salesforce. Great if you like leading a team, troubleshooting, and efficiency. Credentials: Salesforce
$49,000 median salary*
13,423 jobs available*
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Design and build systems to collect and transform data into usable information for data science. Great if you like working with numbers, identifying patterns, and problem solving. Credentials: Meta and IBM.
$130,000 median salary*
74,302 jobs available*
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Perform research and gather data to help companies market their products or services. If you like working with numbers, understanding people, and collaborating, check out this course. Credentials: Meta
$87,400 median salary*
5,645 jobs available*
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Build the tools and infrastructure to allow companies to maintain and improve their platform. Great if you like building tools, problem solving, and collaborating. Credentials: IBM
$135,000 median salary*
49,598 jobs available*
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Design and build systems to collect, transform, and store data for companies' Business Intelligence. This is the course for those who enjoy building tools, identifying patterns, and problem solving. Credentials: IBM
$76,200 median salary*
33,429 jobs available*
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Develop and maintain applications and systems for high-performance computers. Great for those who like collaborating, learning new technologies, and troubleshooting. Credentials: IBM
$117,000 median salary*
7,673 jobs available*
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Define and develop digital strategies to deliver business growth through online channels. Great if you like working with numbers, understanding people, and problem solving. Credentials: Google
$61,300 median salary*
81,463 jobs available*
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Analyze sales activity to advise on ways to increase sales. Great if you like engaging with people, building relationships, and understanding people. Credentials: HubSpot
$60,100 median salary*
728,054 jobs available*
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Design and develop the look, feel, function, and user experience of a website. This is the course for you if you like problem solving, thinking creatively, and creating great user experiences. Credentials: Meta, IBM
$130,900 median salary*
29,258 jobs available*
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Build the structures that help websites function using industry-standard tools and programming systems. Great if you like thinking logically, solving complex problems, and collaborating. Credentials: Meta, IBM
$148,400 median salary*
28,403 jobs available*
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Provide clients with strategic guidance on the use of technology to help them meet their business objectives. Great if you like strategic thinking, improving processes, and technology. Credentials: SAP Technology Consultant, AWS Cloud Technology Consultant
$104,300 median salary*
102,622 jobs available*
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Help individuals plan their career choices through goal setting, job search guidance, workplace skills development, and more. This is the course for you if you like helping others, communication, and strategy. Credentials: Goodwill Career Coach and Navigator
$48,000 median salary*
29,407 jobs available*
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Oversee IT projects, ensuring they are completed within set timeframes and budgets. This is the course for you if you like leading a team, problem solving, and technology. Credentials: IBM
$120,200 median salary*
117,312 jobs available*
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Work closely with clients to implement and support solutions, ensure customer success, and minimize service disruptions. Great if you like technology, problem solving, and collaboration. Credentials: Akamai Customer Consulting and Support
$122,800 median salary*
14,614 jobs available*
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Troubleshoot, communicate, and maintain records to provide quality service and identify upselling opportunities. Great if you like helping others, problem solving, and creating positive experiences. Credentials: CVS Health
$37,600 median salary*
826,296 jobs available*
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Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain networks in a 24/7 environment to sustain stability and security. This is the course for you if you like technology, problem solving, and analytical thinking. Credentials: Akamai Customer Consulting and Support
$80,300 median salary*
22,972 jobs available*
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Recruit and place individuals within an organization, interpret policies, and address employee relations matters. Great if you like working with people, communication, and problem solving. Credentials: HRCI Human Resource Associate
$52,100 median salary*
91,953 jobs available*
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Make data-driven decisions through SQL-based data extraction, dashboard creation, and report analysis for an organization. Great if you like data analysis, problem solving, and strategy. Credentials: Microsoft
$110,000 median salary*
76,679 jobs available*