Information Technology Certification Pathways
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About the ITCP program
The University of Louisville’s Digital Transformation Center presents the Information Technology Certification Pathways (ITCP) — a fully online program designed to help you build technical skills and earn industry-recognized certifications. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up, ITCP provides the tools, resources, and support to help you succeed in IT and cybersecurity.
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Available courses
CompTIA Tech+, formerly known as CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+), is a foundational certification that demonstrates a broad understanding of technology and its applications
Level: Beginner
Target Audience: Beginners entering IT support and infrastructure roles
Criteria: No specific requirements needed; suitable for beginners
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $418
Your Price: $334 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $293 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA Data+ is an entry-level certification focused on data analytics, covering data concepts, visualization, and reporting.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Individuals pursuing roles in data analysis and data-driven decision-making
Criteria: Basic understanding of data concepts recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $882
Your Price: $706 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $617 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA DataSys+ validates skills in database administration, including deployment, management, and security of data systems.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Aspiring database administrators and data management professionals
Criteria: Basic IT and data knowledge recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,293
Your Price: $1,034 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $905 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA SecAI+ is a certification focused on the application of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, including threat detection, automation, and data-driven security analysis.
Please note that this is an expansion certification that helps you keep pace by building on the cybersecurity knowledge you already have, whether from certifications like Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, or SecurityX, or from equivalent experience.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: IT and cybersecurity professionals interested in applying AI to security operations
Criteria: Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts recommended; a prior certification such as Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, or SecurityX (or equivalent experience) is strongly recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $993
Your Price: $794 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $695 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized certification that validates foundational cybersecurity skills and knowledge.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Individuals pursuing cybersecurity roles such as security analyst or administrator
Criteria: Basic networking and IT knowledge recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,399
Your Price: $1,119(20% below market)
UofL Price: $972 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA A+ is a widely recognized certification for IT support, covering hardware, software, troubleshooting, and networking fundamentals.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Individuals starting careers in IT support and help desk roles
Criteria: No formal prerequisites; basic IT familiarity helpful
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,715
Your Price: $1,372 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $1,201 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA Project+ covers essential project management concepts, including planning, execution, and communication.
Level: Entry to Intermediate
Target Audience: Professionals managing small to medium-sized projects
Criteria: No formal prerequisites; basic project exposure helpful
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,164
Your Price: $931 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $815 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA Network+ validates core networking skills, including configuration, management, and troubleshooting of networks.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: IT professionals pursuing networking roles
Criteria: Prior IT or networking knowledge recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,284
Your Price: $1,027 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $899 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA Cloud+ focuses on cloud infrastructure, deployment, and operations across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Level: Intermediate
Target Audience: IT professionals working with cloud technologies
Criteria: Prior experience with networking and systems recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,348
Your Price: $1,078 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $944 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
CompTIA PenTest+ validates advanced skills in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and ethical hacking.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Target Audience: Cybersecurity professionals specializing in offensive security
Criteria: Prior cybersecurity and networking experience recommended
Duration: 12 weeks
Retail Price: $1,388
Your Price: $1,110 (20% below market)
UofL Price: $972 (an additional 10% off for UofL participants using a louisville.edu email)
Special offers and Program initiatives
10% off on all IT Certification Pathways
GI Bill® eligibility for reimbursement
Eligible individuals who qualify for VA education benefits, including Chapter 33 (Post-9/11) and Chapter 35 (Dependents Education Assistance), may be entitled to reimbursement for select preparatory courses offered through the IT Certification Pathways.
These preparatory courses help participants prepare for certification exams, include the exam voucher and must be paid for upfront by the participant. Reimbursement is not guaranteed and is subject to individual VA eligibility.
Approved courses include:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
Participants must first verify their eligibility and apply for VA education benefits before enrolling. To learn more about how VA pays for licensing and certification prep courses, visit:
https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/how-to-use-benefits/test-fees/
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
How it works
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Apply for GI Bill® benefits
Begin by applying for VA education benefits to determine your eligibility as a Veteran, service member, or qualified family member.
How to apply for the GI Bill® and related benefits about2
Enroll in a preparatory course
Choose one of the VA-approved preparatory courses offered through the IT Certification Pathways.
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
You must pay upfront for the course at the time of enrollment.
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Complete the course
After successfully completing the course, you will receive a letter of completion and a voucher to take the certification exam.
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Submit your reimbursement request to the VA
Once the course is completed, you can apply to the VA for reimbursement of the prep course cost.
Learn how to request reimbursement aboutVA benefits and other resources
Program resources
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