Welcome to our Certification Pathways Courses

 Certification Pathways help learners build skills step-by-step toward industry-recognized credentials. Each pathway is designed to guide you through a sequence of targeted courses that prepare you for certification exams and career advancement.

Visit our homepage for in-person courses as well as additional content and events. 

Note: Cleveland State University Faculty/Staff using Staff Development Benefit should register for the course by contacting the Professional Development Center at prodev.business@csuohio.edu


Course Categories

Arts and Design
9 Programs
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Online graphic design and web design programs make it easy for you to learn new skills or transition to a new career.
Business
96 Programs
business
Online management training and business skills programs can help you enter a new career field or advance your current skillset. Select programs even prepare you for industry-recognized certifications, such as Lean Six Sigma or PMP.
Computer Applications
32 Programs
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Whether you want to earn Microsoft certifications, learn QuickBooks, or even Photoshop, these online training programs can help you achieve your goals.
Computer Science
20 Programs
computer-programming
Prepare for a career in software development or web development with online programming courses and programs. Programs include sought after programming languages, like Java, C#, and HTML5.
Construction and Trades
2 Programs
construction-and-trades
The convenience of online construction training allows you to learn new concepts and skills at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home.
Health and Fitness
24 Programs
health-and-fitness
Whether you’re seeking a career in the health sector or want to earn a fitness certification, these online training programs can help you start or advance a rewarding career in helping people lead healthier lives.
Hospitality
17 Programs
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Making a career out of helping others can be incredibly rewarding. Whether you want to be a travel agent, a wedding planner, or even a pastry artist, these online hospitality training programs can help you get started.
Information Technology
75 Programs
information-technology
Start your career in IT with foundational understanding of the industry. If you’re an advanced professional, prepare for in-demand IT certifications, to advance your career.
Legal
1 Programs
legal
These online training programs will prepare you for various legal careers.