Certifications & Licenses

Certifications & Licenses

Students with industry-recognized credentials and certifications may qualify for course credit at Jackson College. This credit can be applied to a variety of certificate and degree programs across Michigan. Eligible credentials include specific licensures, certifications, apprenticeships, training academies, and other industry-recognized qualifications.

To be eligible for Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), prospective students must first apply to Jackson College and receive a student ID number. Credit for prior learning cannot be awarded until these steps are completed.

Find your Certification

Credential	Earned Through	JC Course Awarded	Credits
70-740: Installation, Storage, and Computer Server 2016	Microsoft	CNS 123: Microsoft® Networking Server I	3
70-741: Networking with Windows Server 2016	Microsoft	CNS 124: Microsoft Networking Server II	3
70-742: Identity with Windows Server 2016	Microsoft	CNS 125: Microsoft® Directory	3
70-744: Securing Windows Server 2016	Microsoft	CNS 221: Securing Microsoft® Networks	3
CCNA-2	CISCO	CNS 101: Network Fundamentals	4
CCNA-3	CISCO	CNS 106: Computer Neworking 2	4
CCNA-4	CISCO	CNS 107: Computer Networking 3	4
Certified Associate in Python Programming	Python Institute	CNS 210: Python Security	3
Certified Associate, Information Storage and Management v5	Dell Technologies	CNS 254: Information Storage	3
Certified EKG Technician	National Healthcareer Association	HOC 135: Electrocardiograph Technician	4
Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist	National Healthcareer Association	HOC 150: Electronic Health Records Specialist	3
Certified Phlebotomy Technician	National Healthcareer Association	HOC 145: Phlebotomy Technician	4
Certified Professional Coder	American Academy of Professional Coders	MIC 141: Principles of Medical Coding and Billing	3
Certified Professional Coder	American Academy of Professional Coders	MOA 241: Principles of Medical Coding and Billing	3
Certified Wireless Network Administrator	Certified Wireless Network Professionals	CNS 141: Wireless Networking	3
CompTIA A+	CompTIA	CIS 175: PC Repair/A+ Software	3
CompTIA A+	CompTIA	CIS 174: PC Repair/A+ Hardware	3
CompTIA Linux+	CompTIA	CNS 131: Linux Administration I	3
CompTIA Linux+	CompTIA	CNS 132: Linux Administration II	3
CompTIA Network+	CompTIA	CIS 179: Network+ Certification Exam Prep	1
CompTIA PenTest+	CompTIA	CNS 234: Ethical Hacking	3
CompTIA Security+	CompTIA	CNS 201: Network Security/Security+	3
CyberOps Associate	CISCO	CNS 233: Hacker Techniques	3
First Aid & CPR	American Heart Association	HOC 110: Advanced First Aid and American Heart CPR	2
MD-100: Windows Client	Microsoft	CNS 121: Microsoft® Networking Client I	3
MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops	Microsoft	CNS 122: Microsoft® Network Client II	3
Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Access Expert (Office 2019)	Microsoft	CIS 122: Microsoft Access®	3
Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Excel Expert (Office 2019)	Microsoft	CIS 121: MS Excel Comprehensive	3
Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Word Expert (Office 2019)	Microsoft	CIS 120: MS Word Comprehensive	3
Microsoft Office Specialist: PowerPoint Associate (Office 2019)	Microsoft	CIS 119: Microsoft PowerPoint	2
Nurse Aid/Certified Nurse Assistant	State of Michigan	HOC 115: Introduction to Patient Care	3
Palo Alto Certified Networks Security Administrator	Palo Alto Networks	CNS 231: Firewall Intrusion Detection	3
QuickBooks Certified User Online version	Intuit Quickbooks	ACC 250: Technology for Accounting	3
Radiography (R)	American Registry of Radiologic Technologists	DMS 100: Intro Diagnostic Imaging	3
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer	American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers	DMS 100: Intro Diagnostic Imaging	3
Wireshark Certified Network Analyst	WCNA	CNS 235: Packet Analysis and Network Forensics	3